Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Experience Starts Here
Dr. Pike Dentistry for Children has dedicated over five decades to transforming pediatric dental care in Portland. Founded on the innovative methods developed by Dr. Allan Pike, our practice prioritizes creating positive, anxiety-free experiences for children through a unique approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles. Our team focuses on empowering young patients by fostering control and comfort during visits, resulting in a dental environment where children genuinely enjoy their appointments.With specialized expertise in treating children with special needs and a holistic perspective on oral health, we address root causes of dental issues through lifestyle guidance. Our legacy of trust spans generations, with many families returning for multiple decades, and our methods are now the subject of academic research validating their effectiveness.
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Emergency Care
Special Needs Dentistry
Orthodontic Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We've perfected our child-friendly dental approach over 50 years of practice
- Our Anxiety Reduction Appointments help children overcome dental fears without sedation
- Specialized training in treating children with Down syndrome, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders
- Proven methods validated through academic research and multi-generational patient families
- Holistic approach addresses root causes of dental issues through lifestyle guidance
What people say
Love coming here
Positive experience
Great dentist
Comfortable appointments
Helped overcome fears
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry focuses on maintaining optimal oral health through regular checkups and cleanings. We educate children on proper hygiene techniques while making the process enjoyable. Our approach helps establish lifelong dental care habits in a stress-free environment.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer multiple sedation options including nitrous oxide and IV sedation for children requiring additional anxiety relief. Our team ensures safe, effective treatment while maintaining patient comfort throughout procedures.
Special Needs Dentistry
Our practice provides tailored dental care for children with developmental disabilities and medical conditions. We implement customized treatment plans and sensory-friendly accommodations to ensure comfortable visits for every patient.
Emergency Dentistry
We provide prompt treatment for dental emergencies including injuries and severe toothaches. Our team prioritizes immediate pain relief while maintaining a calming environment to minimize patient distress during urgent situations.
Anxiety Reduction Appointments
These specialized appointments gradually introduce children to dental procedures at their own pace. Using empowerment techniques and positive reinforcement, we help patients build confidence through controlled, comfortable exposure to dental care.
People
Steven Pike
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Steven Pike leads our practice with expertise in child-friendly dentistry. He continues his father's legacy through research-backed anxiety reduction techniques and specialized care for children with unique needs.
Questions
What makes your pediatric dentistry approach unique?
Our method combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles with decades of experience to empower children during dental visits, creating positive experiences without sedation when possible.
Do you treat children with special needs?
Yes, we specialize in caring for children with developmental disabilities, providing customized treatment plans and sensory-friendly accommodations to ensure comfortable dental experiences.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
We provide prompt emergency care using our anxiety-reduction techniques to ensure children receive necessary treatment while maintaining comfort and minimizing distress.
What payment options are available?
We accept major dental insurance plans including Delta Dental Premier and offer flexible financing options to make quality pediatric dental care accessible for all families.
How can I prepare my anxious child for a visit?
We recommend our Anxiety Reduction Appointments that gradually introduce children to dental procedures at their own pace through positive reinforcement and controlled exposure.
