Detailed Introduction
The Kids Dentist, located at 7250 Center St Suite C, Mentor, OH 44060, is a dedicated pediatric dental clinic providing specialized oral healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents. The practice is led by board-certified pediatric dentists, including Dr. Ahmad Al Saad and Dr. Mohammed Mubarak (Dr. Moe), who possess extensive training and expertise in addressing the unique dental needs of younger patients. Dr. Sylvia Kramer, a general dentist with significant continuing education in pediatric dentistry, also contributes to the team.
The clinic prioritizes creating a positive and comfortable experience for children, understanding that early dental visits significantly impact a child's lifelong oral health. Their approach involves a child-friendly environment, a compassionate and patient staff, and techniques to alleviate dental anxiety. They use terminology children can understand and allow parents to be present during appointments. The office often features engaging elements like video games, toys, and themed decor to make visits enjoyable.
Services offered by The Kids Dentist are comprehensive and cater specifically to children's developing teeth and oral health. These include:
Preventive Care: Regular cleanings and exams, fluoride treatments to strengthen enamel, and dental sealants to protect against cavities. They emphasize educating both children and parents on good oral hygiene habits and proper nutrition.
Restorative Procedures: Cavity fillings (often tooth-colored), crowns (including esthetic and stainless steel), and nerve treatments (pulpotomy, pulpectomy) for baby teeth.
Specialized Treatments: Frenectomies (for lip and tongue ties) using soft tissue lasers, space maintainers for premature tooth loss, and management of dental injuries.
Anxiety Management: Various sedation options, including nitrous oxide ("laughing gas"), oral sedation, and IV sedation, are available for anxious children to ensure a safe and non-traumatizing experience.
Emergency Dental Care: The clinic is equipped to handle dental emergencies.
Early Orthodontic Evaluations: Monitoring growth and development to anticipate and address potential orthodontic issues.
The Kids Dentist serves families from Mentor, OH, and surrounding communities in Northeastern Ohio, including Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties. They are committed to building long-lasting relationships with their patients, fostering a foundation for excellent oral health that extends into adulthood. Patients and parents frequently praise the practice for its friendly staff, patient doctors, kid-friendly atmosphere, and ability to make dental visits fun and stress-free.
