Special Care Smiles DDS

Special Care Smiles DDS, located at 1325 PA-315 Suite 1, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, is a dental practice helmed by Dr. Laura B. Holena, DDS. The clinic is dedicated to serving a unique patient population, primarily focusing on children and individuals with special needs, along with their families. Dr. Holena brings over 12 years of experience in this specialized field. What sets Special Care Smiles DDS apart is its commitment to providing individualized and empathetic care. Dr. Holena herself has a personal connection to the challenges faced by medically complex patients, having been diagnosed with Chiari Malformation during dental school. This experience has deeply influenced her approach, fostering a profound understanding and patience for her patients' needs. The practice aims to create a positive dental experience, particularly for those who might find traditional dental settings overwhelming. They offer various levels of sedation to ensure comfort and ease during procedures. Services provided at Special Care Smiles DDS include comprehensive diagnostic exams, preventive care, restorative services (fillings, crowns), periodontic services, endodontic services (root canals), and oral surgery services (extractions). They also assist patients and families with navigating health records, medical clearances, and insurance coverage. The clinic maintains a paperless office system for efficiency. Dr. Holena is highly regarded in the special care dentistry community, serving as the Vice President of the Special Care Dentistry Association and a board member for the Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities. She also holds hospital privileges at Lehigh Valley Hospital, enabling her to treat more medically complex cases when necessary. The practice's staff is known for being friendly, respectful, and understanding, with some reviews even mentioning the presence of therapy dogs to help anxious patients.