Where Smiles Grow – Pediatric Dentistry

Where Smiles Grow is a highly regarded pediatric dental practice serving the Capital Region of New York, with offices in Schodack (Castleton-On-Hudson), Latham, and Delmar. Originally established as Capital District Pediatric Dentistry in 1979, the practice has grown significantly over the decades, building a reputation for compassionate and comprehensive dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. Their mission is to provide every patient with compassionate, innovative, and quality pediatric dental care in a safe, child-friendly environment, and to educate patient families about oral health in an approachable, professional manner. Where Smiles Grow offers a wide range of services tailored to the unique needs of young patients, including: Early Infant Oral Care: Emphasizing the importance of dental care from the eruption of the first tooth or by the first birthday, they guide parents on establishing healthy oral hygiene habits. Preventive Care: This is a cornerstone of their practice, encompassing regular check-ups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants (BPA-free) to prevent cavities and maintain optimal oral health. They also provide custom mouthguards for young athletes. Diagnostic, Restorative, and Surgical Care: Their services include tooth fillings (white composite, BPA-free), pulpotomies, dental crowns, tooth extractions, and laser soft tissue surgery, all performed with advanced radiography technology in a comfortable setting. Nutrition and Oral Health Guidance: They educate families on how proper nutrition and at-home oral care routines contribute to lifelong dental wellness. Special Needs Dentistry: Where Smiles Grow is particularly dedicated to providing tailored care for children with special healthcare or behavioral requirements. Their pediatric dentists have advanced training in clinical dentistry for these patients and are recognized by the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region. They are also the exclusive pediatric dental practice on the Albany Medical Center Cleft & Craniofacial Team, the only accredited team in the region. Sedation Dentistry: They offer options like nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation, and can arrange hospital-based general anesthesia when necessary, to ensure a comfortable and safe experience for anxious children or those requiring extensive treatment. The practice prides itself on creating a fun and comfortable atmosphere to help children relax and enjoy their dental visits. They feature kid-friendly reception areas, provide cool glasses and movies during procedures, offer choices of toothpaste flavors, and have a "no-cavity club" with incentives. Their team consists of highly trained pediatric dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and business specialists, with over 90 years of combined dental experience. They consistently receive positive feedback from parents for their friendly staff, efficient service, and ability to make dental visits a positive experience for children. Where Smiles Grow has been recognized with awards such as the Times-Union's "Best of the Capital Region" for Best Dentist in 2021 and 2022. They are also actively involved in community outreach, visiting schools to provide dental health education and participating in charity events.