All About Pediatric Dentistry at The Gentle Dentist

Here at The Gentle Dentist, your dentist in Collegeville, PA, we offer pediatric dentistry services. We teach your children the proper way to take care of their teeth and that going to the dentist can be fun. We want to provide the best pediatric experience possible. An experience that is calm and inviting. Many parents choose Dr. Srinivasan as their children’s dentist because of her ability to deal with all types of child behavior and special needs.

Gentle and Friendly Dental Care For Children

Collegeville Gentle Dentist provides comprehensive pediatric dentistry in a kid-friendly and fun environment. From routine checkups to pain-free treatment, Dr. Geetha Srinivasan offers gentle oral care for children from infancy to adulthood. Our pediatric dental services include preventative care, fillings, sealants, root canal, laser dentistry, emergency dental care, and orthodontic care including traditional braces and Invisalign®. We also fabricate custom fitted TekFit custom athletic mouth guards in our office.

First Impressions Matter

A child’s first experience at the dentist can have lasting effects on his/her feelings about dental visits and oral health care. The highly trained staff at Collegeville Gentle Dentist truly cares about your child’s comfort. We know new experiences can cause anxiety, and we take the time to explain procedures, encourage questions and alleviate any stress.

Oral Health Care For Every Stage

As a family dental practice, we have many patients who started with our practice as children and now trust us with their own children’s dental care. We offer age-appropriate dentistry, based on your child’s development. Collegeville Gentle Dentist follows the American Dental Academy’s recommendation for scheduling baby’s first visit to the dentist before his/her first birthday. Read more about infant oral health.

Kid Friendly Zone

Collegeville Gentle Dentist provides a separate, child-friendly waiting room, fully stocked with books, games, puzzles and a television. This relaxing kids zone is designed to encourage kids to relax and have fun at the dentist – and the space gets rave reviews by our own kids.

Cool Enough For Teens

Our staff ensures young adults feel at ease in our office as well. Teens are better at hiding dental anxiety, and our staff takes the time to address their concerns and encourage their growing independence. We work to give them the confidence to take responsibility for their oral health care and develop good adult dental habits. Collegeville Gentle Dentist offers traditional braces and Invisalign® clear braces, giving your teen one central place for comprehensive dental care.

Kid-Friendly Hours

Collegeville Gentle Dentist offers after school appointment slots and works with your schedule.

BPA Free Tooth-Colored Fillings

You may have heard some worrying things about BPA, or Bis-Phenol A, a compound in tooth-colored dental fillings, but don’t go rushing back to silver amalgam just yet. At our Your dentist in Collegeville understands your concerns about the safety of dental materials. That’s why we offer tooth-colored fillings that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also BPA-free. 

These advanced composite materials provide a safe and effective alternative to traditional silver amalgam fillings. You can trust that your child’s dental health is our top priority, and we use the latest materials to ensure their well-being.

Nitrous Oxide for Children

We understand that a visit to the dentist can be a daunting experience for children. To help them feel more at ease, we offer nitrous oxide, commonly referred to as laughing gas. Nitrous oxide is a colorless, odorless gas consisting of two nitrogen atoms and one oxygen atom bonded together. 

Studies have indicated that it can reduce a patient’s perception of pain and increase the release of dopamine, creating a calm and comfortable atmosphere during dental procedures. Our skilled team ensures that the administration of nitrous oxide is safe and tailored to your child’s unique needs, allowing them to relax and even laugh through their dental appointments.

Pit and Fissure Sealant

The chewing surfaces of molars, with their deep crevices and fissures, can be a haven for bacteria and plaque. To protect your child’s precious teeth from decay, we offer pit and fissure sealants. These are specially designed to fill in and cover any crevices on the tooth’s surface, creating a shield against bacterial intrusion. Sealants can reduce the risk of cavities in the molar teeth by up to 80% and are extremely easy to apply (for the patient as well as the children’s dentist!).

Our dental professionals make the application process quick and painless, ensuring your child’s comfort during the procedure. With pit and fissure sealants, your child can enjoy a layer of defense against cavities, all while experiencing a relaxed and stress-free visit to our pediatric dentistry practice. And sealants aren’t only for kids. We’re happy to discuss whether sealants would be a good option to protect your teeth as well.

Your Child’s Smile Is in the Best Hands

The entire team here at The Gentle Dentist is committed to providing an anxiety-free dental experience. If you live in or around Collegeville, please consider us as your new pediatric dentistry family. We love serving our local community and we would love to serve you. Please give us a call if you’re interested in a free dental consultation. Call us at 610-489-9005 or send us an email. Make sure to get directions before heading our way.