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Your Child's Trusted Dental Partner in Novato, CA
At Novato Pediatric Dentistry, we are dedicated to providing clinically sound oral healthcare tailored to children's unique needs. Our practice combines clinical expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring every child receives personalized care in a welcoming environment. With over a decade of combined experience, our board-certified pediatric dentists specialize in creating positive dental experiences for infants through teenagers, including those with special healthcare needs. Our team prioritizes preventive care while offering advanced treatments like sedation dentistry and emergency services.We emphasize patient education, empowering families to maintain optimal oral health through all developmental stages. Our facility features child-friendly amenities and employs evidence-based techniques to minimize anxiety and build lifelong dental hygiene habits. Through consistent focus on comfort, education, and clinical excellence, we've established ourselves as trusted providers in Marin County's pediatric dental community.
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Emergencies
Preventive Care
Special Needs Dentistry
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Dental Sealants
Orthodontic Evaluation
Highlights and features
- We offer child-specific dental care with board-certified pediatric dentists
- Our office features kid-friendly amenities and anxiety-reducing techniques
- We provide comprehensive treatment for all pediatric dental needs, including emergencies
- Our team specializes in care for children with special healthcare requirements
- We emphasize preventive education tailored to each child's developmental stage
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
What people say
Professional, kind, thorough
Amazing experience
Super patient
Best dental facility
Excited to return
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Our comprehensive pediatric dental care covers all aspects of oral health for children aged 0-18. We specialize in creating positive dental experiences through child-friendly techniques and specialized equipment. Our services include routine checkups, preventive treatments, and restorative procedures performed with sensitivity to children's unique needs and developmental stages.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer safe sedation options for children requiring complex treatments or experiencing dental anxiety. Our board-certified team administers nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and deep sedation to ensure comfortable care. This enables us to complete necessary procedures while minimizing distress and creating positive dental memories for young patients.
Dental Emergencies
Our practice provides urgent dental care for children's oral injuries and acute conditions. We treat broken teeth, toothaches, knocked-out teeth, and soft tissue injuries with prompt attention. Our team offers after-hours emergency services and immediate care guidance to protect children's dental health during critical situations.
Special Needs Dentistry
We provide customized dental care for children with developmental disabilities or medical conditions. Our experienced team employs specialized techniques and adaptive equipment to accommodate diverse needs. This includes sensory-friendly environments and modified treatment approaches that prioritize patient comfort and safety while maintaining clinical excellence.
Preventive Care
Our preventive services focus on establishing lifelong oral health habits through regular cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants. We offer age-specific education programs for children at all developmental stages, from infant oral care to adolescent orthodontic preparation. Our preventive approach reduces future dental issues while making dental visits positive experiences for young patients.
People
Benjamin Robinson
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training from NYU Langone. Specializes in child anxiety management and preventive care. Committed to making dental visits positive experiences through gentle techniques and patient education.
Joanna Meekay
Pediatric Dentist
Dedicated pediatric dentist focused on comprehensive care for children. Expertise in treating special needs patients and implementing preventive strategies. Emphasizes family education and early intervention to establish lifelong oral health habits.
Questions
What age range do you treat?
We treat children from infancy through adolescence, ages 0-18 years old.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we provide urgent care for dental injuries and acute oral conditions with after-hours availability.
What options exist for anxious children?
We offer sedation dentistry, specialized anxiety-reduction techniques, and child-friendly treatment approaches.
Do you treat special needs patients?
Yes, our team has specialized training and equipment to accommodate children with developmental disabilities or medical conditions.
What preventive services do you offer?
We provide cleanings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and age-specific oral hygiene education programs.
How can I prepare for the first visit?
Arrive early to complete paperwork, bring insurance information, and discuss any specific concerns with our team.
