Where Smiles Grow

Where Smiles Grow is a prominent pediatric dentistry practice serving the Capital Region of New York, with established offices in Delmar, Latham, and Schodack. The practice has a rich history, originally opening as Capital District Pediatric Dentistry in the 1980s. Since its founding in 1979, it has been committed to providing specialized dental care for infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special healthcare and behavioral needs. Their mission is to deliver compassionate, innovative, and high-quality pediatric dental care in a safe, child-friendly environment. They aim to educate families about oral health in a professional and approachable manner, making the dental experience positive and enjoyable for children, thereby contributing to lifelong healthy smiles. Where Smiles Grow offers a comprehensive range of pediatric dental services, including: Early Infant Oral Care: Emphasizing the importance of oral care even before the first tooth emerges. Preventive Care: Regular check-ups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants to prevent cavities. Diagnostic, Restorative, and Surgical Care: Including fillings, pulpotomies, crowns, tooth extractions, and laser soft tissue surgery. Nutrition and Oral Health Guidance: Educating families on the link between diet and dental health. Special Needs Dentistry: Their team has advanced training and experience in treating children with special needs, recognized by the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region and being part of the Albany Medical Center Cleft & Craniofacial Team. Sedation Options: Offering nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation to help anxious children. Custom Mouthguards: For child athletes to protect teeth from injuries. Infant Frenectomies: To address tongue or lip ties. The practice prides itself on its highly trained and dedicated team of pediatric dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business specialists. They strive to create a warm, nurturing, and fun atmosphere, understanding that positive early dental experiences are crucial. This commitment to patient comfort is reflected in their amenities, such as kid-friendly reception areas, cool glasses for cleanings, TVs playing movies during procedures, and a no-cavity club with incentives. Where Smiles Grow has received recognition for its excellence, including being a multi-year winner of the Times-Union's "Best of the Capital Region" award for "Best Dentist." They are also actively involved in community outreach, visiting local schools to provide dental health education and participating in various charity events. Their approach emphasizes individualized care, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met with compassion and expertise.