Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry

Our preventative dentistry services include exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants to protect children's teeth from decay. We emphasize early education on oral hygiene and dietary habits to foster lifelong dental health. Our approach combines advanced technology with a gentle, child-friendly environment to ensure positive experiences.

Sedation dentistry options like nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV anesthesia help anxious or special needs patients receive care comfortably. Our team is trained in safe, controlled sedation techniques to ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures. We tailor sedation plans to each child's medical history and treatment needs.

We perform frenectomies using CO2 laser technology to correct tethered oral tissues affecting feeding, speech, or development. Our board-certified specialists collaborate with lactation consultants and myofunctional therapists to optimize outcomes. Post-operative care includes stretching exercises to prevent reattachment and promote healing.

Restorative treatments like fillings, crowns, and pulp therapy address tooth decay and trauma while preserving natural teeth. We use durable, aesthetic materials suitable for children's developing mouths. Our minimally invasive techniques prioritize long-term oral health and function for growing patients.

We provide age-specific care from infancy through adolescence, addressing unique dental needs at each developmental stage. Services include early oral hygiene guidance, eruption monitoring, and orthodontic assessments. Our approach supports proper craniofacial development and transitions to permanent dentition.

Dr. Karen Benitez is a board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in orofacial myology and lip/tongue-tie release. She specializes in airway-centric dentistry and sedation techniques, prioritizing comprehensive care for children's oral health.

Dr. Babak Razmazma contributes expertise in pediatric dental care, focusing on preventative and restorative treatments. He collaborates with the team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care for children of all ages.

We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit after the first tooth erupts, but no later than their first birthday for optimal oral health monitoring.

Yes, we provide emergency dentistry services for urgent dental issues like trauma or severe toothaches outside regular appointment hours.

We offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia tailored to each child's needs and treatment complexity.

Our team has experience providing adapted care for children with special needs, including sensory-friendly environments and customized sedation plans.

A frenectomy releases restrictive oral tissues affecting feeding, speech, or development. We use CO2 lasers for precise, minimally invasive corrections when functional issues are present.

Highly, enthusiastically recommend! We had an unbelievably positive first dentist visit here for my toddler. My son is in a shy and stubborn phase, where he is wary of strangers and anything new - I expected we would not be able to get him to even open his mouth. But Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry is masterful at what they do. The decor feels more like an ice cream shop or toy store than a dentist office; my son was immediately put at ease. Dr. Bianca and every staff member there was super warm and friendly.

To my great surprise my toddler listened to everything Dr. Bianca said and the visit went smoothly. Dr. Bianca was thorough and took time to answer all my questions. There are also clever touches like tv screens on the ceiling playing kid's movies, but we barely even needed it. Fortunately, CCPD is in my insurance network; I was surprised to learn that some popular pediatric dentists in the area don't accept insurance. At the end of the visit, my toddler got to pick a small toy in addition to the bag of dental goodies he received - he is already asking about his next visit!

We love Dr.Benitez. She's so good with my daughter. We took her in for her 2.5 year checkup and they were able to do a cleaning on her. She has a great manner with the kids to make it seem fun. My daughter wanted to go to the dentist again the next day! The office is super cute with a play nook in the front. The rooms have screens above the chairs and toys on the walls. The decor is also whimsical and fun for children and adults. The staff were all very good with kids and everyone wears a fun mask. Highly recommend this practice!

I had to switch dental practices and I am very happy happy for you my choice.. I feel like my children are in great hands. Dr. Karen is so accomplished and I can tell she is a superb dentist. Also, her office is well run and the staff and hygienists are incredibly professional, warm and welcoming.
Also, the office is very neat and exudes cleanliness-
It's bright and cheery too- I'm grateful for having found this wonderful dentist and office for my family.

Dr Bentez is very caring and effective with my child who doesn't like dentists :) appointments are often on time and the lady from the front desk is very helpful. The staff who works with Dr Benitez are also very attentive to the kids and talk with them directly as to get the conversation going and distract the kids. Parking is easy. I truly recommend their services.