Smiles4Children

Smiles4Children is a well-established pediatric dental practice with a strong presence in the Maryland communities of Catonsville, Ellicott City, and Eldersburg. With over 35 years of experience, the clinic is deeply committed to providing comprehensive oral health care tailored specifically to children, from infants to teenagers. Their philosophy centers on creating a comfortable, safe, and positive environment to foster a lifetime of healthy smiles. The clinic offers a wide array of services, emphasizing preventative care such as routine examinations, professional dental cleanings, and fluoride applications, often following the recommendations of the American Dental Association for bi-annual check-ups. They also provide essential restorative treatments, including tooth-colored composite fillings (BPA-free), stainless steel crowns for extensively decayed or malformed teeth, pulp therapy, and extractions when necessary, sometimes in preparation for orthodontic treatment or due to severe decay or infection. Smiles4Children also provides elective and adjunctive treatments, such as mouthguards for sports or teeth grinding, and professional teeth whitening options like Opalescence Go and Pola Home Bleaching for older children and teenagers. Understanding that dental anxiety is common in children, they offer various behavior guidance techniques, including nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") and conscious oral sedation for minor pain and anxiety management. In cases where extensive treatment is needed or a child's needs far outweigh what can be tolerated in an office setting, they have privileges to perform procedures under general anesthesia at local hospitals like Kernan and Johns Hopkins Hospital. The practice prides itself on its compassionate and highly trained staff, who are skilled in engaging with children and addressing their unique needs, including those with special needs. Their offices are designed with a kid-friendly atmosphere, featuring elements like rocket ship waiting areas and screens with cartoons in each dental chair to help distract and entertain young patients. They maintain a clean and organized environment and strive for efficient, on-time appointments. Smiles4Children actively participates in community service, sponsors local sports teams, and educates children about oral health in schools and daycares.