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45 Years
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Emergency
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Pediatric Dental Care in Palos Heights, IL
At Chicago kiDDS Pediatric Dentistry, we specialize in providing compassionate and comprehensive dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. Our team of board-certified pediatric dentists brings decades of combined experience, ensuring every child receives personalized attention tailored to their unique developmental needs. We prioritize creating a welcoming, child-friendly environment designed to alleviate anxiety and foster positive dental experiences from the first visit. Our practice emphasizes preventive care, early intervention, and education to establish lifelong oral health habits.With advanced training in pediatric dentistry, we offer services ranging from routine checkups to specialized treatments, including sedation dentistry and emergency care. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of modern technology, evidence-based practices, and a family-centered approach that involves parents at every stage. We serve Palos Heights and surrounding communities, striving to make dental visits engaging, stress-free, and educational for young patients.
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Infant Dental Care
Dental Sealants
Fluoride Treatments
Cavity Treatment
Dental Crowns
Tooth Extraction
Sedation Dentistry
Emergency Care
Mouthguards
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatric specialists with decades of experience
- Child-friendly office designed to reduce dental anxiety
- Comprehensive preventive and restorative care for all childhood stages
- Emergency dental services for urgent pediatric needs
- Parent-inclusive approach with personalized oral health education
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
Friendly staff
Great with kids
Positive experience
Emergency care available
Professional team
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Our pediatric dental care focuses on comprehensive oral health for children from infancy through adolescence. Services include routine checkups, cleanings, and developmental monitoring to ensure proper growth of teeth and jaws. Our specialists use child-friendly techniques to create positive experiences that establish lifelong dental habits. We emphasize preventive care while addressing unique needs at every stage of childhood development.
Infant Dental Care
Infant dental care begins with early evaluations of oral development and eruption patterns. We provide guidance on teething, pacifier use, and proper cleaning techniques for primary teeth. Our team educates parents on nutrition and preventive measures to protect infants' oral health, ensuring a strong foundation for permanent teeth development through personalized care plans.
Cavity Treatment
Cavity treatment for children includes minimally invasive procedures like tooth-colored fillings and advanced options for severe decay. We use gentle techniques and behavior management to ensure comfort during treatment. Our approach combines restorative care with education to prevent future decay through improved oral hygiene and dietary habits tailored to each child's needs.
Sedation Dentistry
Child-safe sedation dentistry options help anxious patients receive necessary care comfortably. We offer nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation under strict safety protocols. This service enables comprehensive treatment for children with dental phobias, special needs, or extensive procedures requiring prolonged cooperation while maintaining a stress-free environment.
Dental Emergencies
Emergency dental care addresses traumatic injuries, toothaches, and broken teeth with prompt treatment. Our team provides same-day appointments for urgent cases, including reimplantation of knocked-out teeth and infection management. We educate families on handling dental emergencies at home before professional care becomes available.
People
Dr. Ned Savide
Pediatric Dentist
Practicing since 1981, Dr. Savide completed his specialty training at UCLA. Former president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, he brings decades of expertise in children's dental care while maintaining board certification through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Christopher Neal
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Neal specializes in pediatric dentistry with residency training from USC and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. A board-certified specialist, he combines technical expertise with a compassionate approach to create positive dental experiences for children while maintaining active involvement in community dental health initiatives.
Dr. Anne-Ashley Compton
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Compton completed her pediatric residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, she focuses on creating comfortable dental experiences while volunteering internationally to provide care for underserved children through various outreach programs.
Dr. Sandra Trinh
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Trinh earned her dental degree from NYU and completed pediatric training at Montefiore Medical Center. She specializes in making dental visits positive experiences for children while maintaining active membership in professional organizations dedicated to advancing pediatric dental care standards.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents, including teens preparing for adulthood.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency care for dental injuries, toothaches, and broken teeth.
Are your dentists board-certified?
All our pediatric dentists are board-certified specialists with advanced training in children's dental care.
Do you offer sedation options?
Yes, we provide safe sedation dentistry for anxious patients or complex procedures.
When should my child's first visit be?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends by age one or within six months of the first tooth.
How do you help children feel comfortable?
Our child-friendly office uses playful education, gentle techniques, and a welcoming environment to reduce dental anxiety.
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