Where Smiles Grow - Pediatric Dentistry

Where Smiles Grow - Pediatric Dentistry

4.9 (240 reviews)
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Dentist in Latham, NY

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About

Where Smiles Grow is a pediatric dentistry practice dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive dental care for infants, children, and adolescents in New York's Capital Region. With offices in Latham, Delmar, and Schodack, they offer a wide range of services, focusing on creating a comfortable and child-friendly environment. They are committed to educating families about oral health and are recognized for their expertise, including specialized care for children with special needs.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

9 Century Hill Dr, Latham, NY 12110

Phone

(518) 785-3911

Website

https://www.wheresmilesgrow.com/

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Emergency services
  • Pediatric care

Amenities

  • Toilet

Planning

  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Payment plans

Offerings

  • Teeth whitening

Planning

  • Accepts new patients

Payments

  • Cash only

Detailed Introduction

Where Smiles Grow is a well-established pediatric dentistry practice serving the Capital Region of New York for over 40 years. Originally founded as Capital District Pediatric Dentistry in the 1980s by Dr. Steve Davidson, it has since grown into a leading provider of specialized dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. The brand's core mission is to deliver compassionate, innovative, and high-quality pediatric dental care within a safe, child-friendly environment, while also educating patient families about oral health in an approachable and professional manner. Where Smiles Grow offers a comprehensive suite of dental services tailored to the unique needs of young patients. These services include early infant oral care, laser frenectomies for tongue or lip ties, preventive care (such as cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants), diagnostic, restorative, and surgical care, nutrition and oral health guidance, and custom mouthguards for athletes. They are particularly recognized for their expertise in providing care for children with special healthcare and behavioral needs, with dentists possessing advanced training in this area. They are also part of the Albany Medical Center Cleft & Craniofacial Team, the only accredited craniofacial team in the region. The practice prides itself on its highly trained team of pediatric dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business specialists who are dedicated to making every child feel comfortable and at home. They understand that some children experience anxiety about dental visits and strive to create a positive and happy experience. This commitment to patient comfort and excellent care has earned them accolades, including the Times-Union's "Best of the Capital Region" award for Best Dentist multiple times, and the Outstanding Providers Award from the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region. Where Smiles Grow operates three convenient locations in Latham, Delmar, and Schodack (Castleton-on-Hudson), making their specialized services accessible to families across the Capital District and surrounding areas, including Albany, Schenectady, and Troy. They emphasize a holistic approach that considers not only clinical dentistry but also early childhood development, behavior management, and child psychology to ensure a well-rounded and supportive dental journey for every child.

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Meet Our Team

Our experienced dental professionals are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5
Chinasa Izeogu Seyse

Chinasa Izeogu Seyse

My kids love it here. Been coming down 8 years. the staff is kind, knowledgeable and always helpful when you need papers for school. There's an arcade corner in the waiting room. Private rooms with TVs and incentives for a great visit.

April 2, 2025

Kristy Elizabeth

Kristy Elizabeth

Edit for the owner’s response: We really liked Dr Dan and Dr Jason and asked not to be seen by Dr Jen again; which was listened to. It’s your salesperson/receptionist scaring my friends and family that was the final issue for me. They really hunted us down just to schedule a cleaning and couldn’t tell my father that’s why they were calling?? He thought one of us was in an ambulance. Not ok. Not what an emergency contact is for.

Best of wishes with everything, you have some great dentists, maybe just educate your dental assistants more on how to handle children like my son or that it’s not nice to stand and stare and it is nice to ask if I need assistance using something I’ve never used before. There are now pointless questions, there are impolite actions. ❤️ Dentists are nice enough. Dr Jen can’t handle my son and should stick to easy going neurotypical kids(my son is severely autistic/needs to use a Velcro board) and she just kinda stands there and stares while I do it on my own. I guess dental assistants don’t “assist” in this way? It’s not my equipment I don’t get why they assumed I was qualified to know how to use it.

Then one of the receptionist’s tried to get a hold of me to schedule a cleaning and couldn’t so they call my emergency contacts to get my new number. They don’t say why they’re calling just you’re an emergency contact and we need her new number. Scaring them over scheduling a cleaning? My contacts thought something happened to my son while a caregiver was at the dentist with him. I switched to the other dentist in Clifton Park that deals with special needs kids and actually helps instead of standing there watching me do it all.

April 9, 2025

Meggan Fawcett

Meggan Fawcett

If I could have left 100 stars it still wouldn't have been enough. We travel almost an hour for our children to have the best dental care and that's what they have. Everyone at "Where Smiles Grow" are friendly, compassionate, caring and fun.

We will continue to travel the distance that we do because of love that our family has received. Hats off to you all, you make a HUGE difference in the lives of our children.

May 16, 2025

Avery

Avery

They did an amazing job on are teeth and had the best mood ever when we where they and just giving everybody the best service in general. And even left us with a ton of goodies like a floss or a toothbrush, toothpaste, a card, and a token so you Can grab a little game on your way out.

April 3, 2025

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Where Smiles Grow - Pediatric Dentistry

9 Century Hill Dr, Latham, NY 12110

Contact Information

Address

9 Century Hill Dr, Latham, NY 12110

Phone

(518) 785-3911

Website

https://www.wheresmilesgrow.com/

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