Business Details
Your Trusted Pediatric Dentist in Vancouver, WA
Under the Sea Dentistry for Kids has been dedicated to providing exceptional pediatric dental care in Vancouver, Washington, since our founding. With over 27 years of experience, our team prioritizes creating a welcoming, child-friendly environment where young patients feel comfortable and excited about oral health. We specialize in a comprehensive range of services tailored to children's unique needs, including preventive care, restorative treatments, and specialized care for children with developmental challenges. Our use of advanced dental technology, such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras, ensures precise diagnostics and efficient treatment. We emphasize early dental education, offering first visits for children as young as one year old to establish lifelong healthy habits.Our commitment to compassionate care is reflected in our non-invasive treatment options like the Hall Crown Technique and nitrous oxide sedation, which minimize discomfort. We serve families in Vancouver and surrounding areas, maintaining consistent hours Monday through Friday to accommodate busy schedules. Our team's expertise in addressing common childhood dental issues, such as shark teeth and severe decay, ensures comprehensive solutions for every patient. We maintain transparent communication with parents and provide personalized follow-up care to monitor dental development. Our practice philosophy centers on making dental visits positive experiences that build confidence in children's smiles.
Services
Children's Dentistry
First Dental Visit
Dental Crowns
Dental Fillings
Dental Sealants
General Anesthesia
Nitrous Oxide
Shark Teeth Treatment
Special Needs Dentistry
Digital X-Rays
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer 27+ years of specialized pediatric dental experience
- Our child-friendly environment reduces anxiety during visits
- We use advanced technology for precise, comfortable treatments
- Specialized care for children with developmental challenges
- Non-invasive treatment options minimize patient discomfort
What people say
Friendly staff
Positive experience
Great with kids
Comfortable environment
Effective treatments
Services
Children's Dentistry
Our comprehensive dental care addresses children's unique oral health needs from infancy through adolescence. We provide preventive checkups, restorative treatments, and specialized care in a playful, non-threatening environment. Our team's expertise ensures children develop proper brushing techniques and positive dental habits that last a lifetime.
Dental Crowns
We offer zirconia and stainless steel crowns for severely decayed primary teeth using the non-invasive Hall Crown Technique. This method avoids drilling while preserving tooth structure and preventing further decay. Our approach prioritizes patient comfort while maintaining proper dental development in young patients.
Dental Sealants
Protective sealants are applied to children's molars to prevent decay in hard-to-clean grooves. This quick, painless procedure creates a barrier against bacteria and acids. We recommend sealants as part of our preventive care strategy to maintain strong, healthy teeth during critical development years.
General Anesthesia
For anxious patients or complex procedures, we provide general anesthesia to ensure comfortable, stress-free treatment. Our team carefully monitors patients throughout the process while delivering necessary dental care. This option allows completion of multiple treatments in a single visit when appropriate.
Shark Teeth Treatment
We address 'shark teeth' cases where permanent teeth erupt behind baby teeth. Our team monitors dental development and performs necessary extractions to maintain proper alignment. Early intervention prevents future orthodontic complications while ensuring healthy permanent tooth positioning.
People
Dr. Pamela Butler
Pediatric Dentist
With over 27 years of experience, Dr. Butler specializes in creating positive dental experiences for children. She focuses on preventive care and specialized treatments while maintaining a playful, comforting environment that reduces patient anxiety during visits.
Questions
What age should a child first visit the dentist?
We recommend first dental visits starting at age 1 to establish healthy oral care habits early.
How do you handle anxious children during procedures?
We use nitrous oxide sedation and child-friendly techniques to help nervous patients feel comfortable during treatments.
What technology do you use for diagnostics?
Our practice utilizes digital X-rays and intraoral cameras for precise, low-radiation diagnostics and treatment planning.
Do you treat children with special needs?
Yes, we provide specialized dental care tailored to children with developmental and physical challenges in a supportive environment.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 360-891-9283 to book visits for routine checkups, emergency care, or specialized treatments.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and work with most insurance providers to help families access necessary dental care.
Reviews (4)
Lindsey Nishikawa
May 22, 2022
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My 5 year old daughter had to have some work done today and Dr. Pam and her team took such amazing care of her! They made her feel safe and comfortable and she didn't get anxious or upset once because they supported her through the whole process. My family is so grateful to have found this wonderful dentist and will continue to have Dr. Pam work with both our children to ensure they're teeth stay healthy. Thank you Dr. Pam!
Ashley Dougherty
May 10, 2022
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My son has a lot of anxiety around going to the dentist after some negative experiences elsewhere. We are so pleased with Under the Sea! They helped my son feel safe and at ease so that they could complete the cleaning. They explained everything to him and were so calm and patient with him. Thank you thank you!
Genna Barber
Apr 12, 2022
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The staff were very friendly from check in to check out. The technician was super gentle and great with my one year old, and Dr. Pam is excellent! She was very informative and great at making the exam easy and fun. I'm so glad we were recommended to go here! I would recommend Under the Sea dentistry to anyone with littles.
Annie Ramos
Apr 07, 2022
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My son was put to ease by the wonderful team and dentist at under the sea. He had some dental work done and it was great from the moment we walked in all the way through the treatment process. Treatment plan was explained so that we can easily understand and set up. We won't go anywhere else now! Thank you Under the Sea Dentistry!
