St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry

St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry is a well-established pediatric dental clinic with four locations in the St. Louis metropolitan area: O'Fallon, Des Peres, Ladue, and Chesterfield. The clinic is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate dental care specifically for infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special needs. Their approach emphasizes creating a positive, interactive, and educational experience to help children develop a lifelong appreciation for oral health. The offices of St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry are designed with children in mind, featuring bright, modern, and kid-friendly environments equipped with amenities like TVs in treatment rooms, tablets, and Treasure Towers to make visits enjoyable and reduce anxiety. The team of professional and caring staff, including multiple pediatric dentists, strives to communicate effectively with both children and parents, explaining procedures in simple, non-frightening terms. Services offered at St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry include a wide range of pediatric dental treatments, from preventive care like routine checkups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants, to restorative procedures such as fillings, crowns, and extractions. They utilize advanced technology, including digital X-rays that expose patients to significantly less radiation. For anxious patients, the clinic offers patient comfort options including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), and for children who require more extensive care or have difficulty with traditional treatment, deep sedation options are available in both office and hospital settings. All their pediatric dentists are on staff at Mercy Children's Hospital, allowing for dental treatments under general anesthesia when necessary. St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents to schedule their child's first dental exam by age one, aligning with recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, to establish a "dental home" early on. The clinic also maintains an "Open Door Policy," welcoming parents to accompany their child during appointments to ensure a supportive and transparent experience. Patient testimonials frequently highlight the friendly staff, kid-friendly atmosphere, and the dentists' ability to make children feel comfortable and even excited about their dental visits.