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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Experience Starts Here
Hingham Pediatric Dentistry PC is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care tailored to children's unique needs. Our experienced team creates a positive, fun, and comfortable environment for every child, fostering healthy habits that last a lifetime. Founded in 2015, we prioritize education, preventive care, and family engagement to ensure every visit is both educational and enjoyable. Our team includes specialists in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, offering expertise in preventive care, sedation dentistry, and early orthodontic intervention. We utilize advanced technologies, including digital x-rays and sealants, to minimize radiation exposure and protect children's oral health.Our practice emphasizes personalized care, with sedation options tailored to children's needs, including nitrous oxide, oral medication, and general anesthesia. We collaborate with specialists like Dr. Jeremy Zuniga to address orthodontic concerns early, promoting proper dental development and confident smiles. Our commitment extends beyond clinical care to community involvement, sponsoring local sports teams and school charities. Located in Norwell, Massachusetts, we serve families seeking a welcoming, child-friendly dental experience. Our mission is to build trust through transparency, expertise, and a focus on making dental visits stress-free for children and parents alike.
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Orthodontics
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized pediatric dental care with board-certified experts.
- Our team provides tailored sedation options for anxious or special needs children.
- We emphasize preventive care with advanced technologies like digital x-rays and sealants.
- Early orthodontic intervention ensures proper dental development and confident smiles.
- Our child-friendly environment reduces anxiety and builds lifelong oral health habits.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Board of Orthodontics
What people say
Excited about dental care
Welcoming and fun environment
No tears were shed
Kids look forward to visits
Highly recommend
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry services include regular cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants to protect children's teeth from decay. Digital x-rays and exams detect early issues, ensuring timely, cost-effective care. We educate families on oral hygiene to build lifelong healthy habits.
Pediatric Dentistry
Specialized dental care for infants through teens, addressing unique needs with two to three years of additional training beyond dental school. We treat baby teeth to support speech, chewing, and permanent tooth alignment, using calming techniques for anxious patients.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation options like nitrous oxide, oral medication, and general anesthesia help children with dental fears or special needs receive care comfortably. Dr. Young tailors methods to ensure pain-free, stress-free procedures for complex treatments or lengthy appointments.
Orthodontics
Early orthodontic intervention by Dr. Jeremy Zuniga addresses misaligned teeth and bite issues to prevent future complications. Services include braces and retainers, promoting proper jaw development and confident smiles through personalized treatment plans.
People
Caroline Young
Pediatric Dentist
Founder of Hingham Pediatric Dentistry PC, Dr. Young graduated summa cum laude from Tufts University and completed a Pediatric Dentistry Residency at Boston University. Board-certified and active in continuing education, she focuses on minimally invasive care and community involvement.
Gregory Rizzo
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Rizzo specializes in calming anxious patients, offering personalized care with a gentle approach. His expertise ensures children receive stress-free dental treatments, supported by a team praised for kindness and patience during procedures.
Jeremy Zuniga
Orthodontist
Board-certified orthodontist Dr. Zuniga brings expertise in early intervention for dental alignment issues. With a background from Columbia University and awards for research and conduct, he collaborates with pediatric dentists to create confident smiles through braces and retainers.
Questions
What age should my child first visit a pediatric dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child's first dental visit by age 1 or within six months of their first tooth erupting.
What sedation options are available for anxious children?
We offer nitrous oxide, oral medication, IV sedation, and general anesthesia tailored to your child's needs and the procedure's complexity.
Do you accept my dental insurance?
Our team verifies insurance coverage during scheduling. Contact us directly to confirm acceptance of your specific plan.
How do you make dental visits less scary for kids?
Our child-friendly office features engaging activities, a welcoming atmosphere, and specialized training to help children feel comfortable and excited about dental care.
What orthodontic services do you offer for children?
Dr. Zuniga provides early orthodontic intervention for alignment issues, including braces and retainers, to ensure proper dental development and confident smiles.
