Detailed Introduction
Salthouse Smiles is a distinguished pediatric dental clinic located at 11941 Manchester Rd, Des Peres, MO 63131, serving the St. Louis metropolitan area. Founded with a mission to deliver world-class pediatric dental care and compassion, the clinic aims to ensure a positive and lasting impact on children's oral health and overall well-being. The team, led by Dr. Corbin Salthouse, a board-certified pediatric dentist, is dedicated to making dental visits fun and comfortable for young patients.
The clinic offers a comprehensive range of pediatric dental services, focusing heavily on preventative care and education. This includes routine cleanings, fluoride varnish treatments, and sealants. For restorative needs, they provide fillings, crowns, and nerve treatments (pulpotomies and pulpectomies). Salthouse Smiles also handles surgical procedures like extractions and space maintenance, along with interceptive pediatric orthodontic care.
A key differentiator for Salthouse Smiles is their embrace of advanced technology, notably being the first pediatric dental practice in St. Louis to utilize the Solea Laser. This state-of-the-art CO2 dental laser system allows for virtually pain-free procedures, often eliminating the need for anesthesia for common treatments like cavity fillings and frenectomies (lip and tongue tie corrections). This technology significantly reduces discomfort, noise, and vibration, leading to a less invasive experience, shorter recovery times, and a more relaxed environment for children.
Salthouse Smiles is particularly recognized for its specialized care for children with special needs, with numerous positive reviews highlighting Dr. Salthouse's patience, kindness, and expertise in treating medically complex children and those on the autism spectrum. The clinic's commitment extends to creating an accessible and comforting environment for all patients. They also offer various sedation options, including nitrous oxide, conscious sedation, and general anesthesia (administered by board-certified dentist anesthesiologists) for children who require it.
To encourage consistent dental hygiene, Salthouse Smiles offers a "Kids Club" membership, which includes benefits like multiple cleanings, fluoride treatments, unlimited exams, and discounts on other preventative and restorative treatments. They aim to partner with parents to instill good oral habits from an early age, recommending a child's first dental visit by their first birthday. The clinic also accepts various dental insurance plans and is transparent about treatment recommendations based on evidence-based dentistry, ensuring parents are fully informed to make decisions for their children's care.
