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Trusted Pediatric Dental Care in Torrance
At South Bay Pediatric Dentistry, we have dedicated ourselves to creating a welcoming environment where children receive comprehensive dental care tailored to their unique needs. Our practice emphasizes preventive strategies and conservative approaches, ensuring young patients develop healthy oral hygiene habits early in life. With a team of experienced professionals, we prioritize patient comfort while utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and non-toxic materials. Our commitment extends beyond clinical excellence to include thorough patient education, empowering families with actionable knowledge about cavity prevention and oral health maintenance.By maintaining strict safety protocols and focusing on child-friendly interactions, we aim to transform dental visits into positive experiences that build lifelong trust in dental care. Our practice remains accessible for emergencies while maintaining regular hours for routine care, serving families across Torrance and surrounding communities.
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Anxiety-Free Dentistry
Digital X-Rays
Non-Toxic Materials
Emergency Care
Highlights and features
- We specialize in pediatric dental care with child-friendly treatment approaches
- Our team uses low-dose digital X-ray technology for safer diagnostics
- We provide personalized oral hygiene education for families
- Our office maintains strict infection control and safety protocols
- We offer emergency dental care availability for urgent situations
What people say
Child-friendly environment
No cavities detected
Thorough explanations
Patient with children
Professional and kind
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry focuses on early intervention and education to establish lifelong oral health habits. We provide comprehensive checkups, professional cleanings, and customized home care guidance for children of all ages. Our approach emphasizes non-invasive treatments and regular monitoring to maintain optimal dental development while minimizing future treatment needs.
Anxiety-Free Dentistry
We specialize in anxiety-free dental experiences using nitrous oxide sedation and gentle communication techniques. Our team creates comfortable environments through child-friendly explanations and gradual acclimation to dental procedures. This approach helps children with dental fears receive necessary care while building positive associations with dental visits.
Digital X-Rays
Our low-dose digital X-ray technology provides precise diagnostic imaging with minimal radiation exposure. This advanced imaging helps detect hidden dental issues, monitor tooth development, and create accurate treatment plans. The digital format allows immediate viewing and easy sharing with specialists when needed.
Non-Toxic Materials
We use biocompatible, non-toxic materials for all restorative treatments. Our tooth-colored sealants and fillings provide durable protection while maintaining natural aesthetics. These materials eliminate concerns about mercury exposure and offer better bonding properties for long-lasting dental repairs.
Emergency Care
We provide urgent care for dental injuries and acute oral conditions outside regular hours. Our emergency services address tooth trauma, severe pain, infections, and other urgent dental issues. Patients receive prompt attention with clear treatment options and follow-up care planning to ensure complete recovery.
People
Nick Brajevich
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nick Brajevich specializes in pediatric dental care with a focus on compassionate treatment and preventive strategies. He emphasizes creating positive dental experiences for children while maintaining high clinical standards.
Laura Van
Dentist
Dr. Laura Van provides comprehensive dental care for young patients using gentle techniques and modern technology. She works closely with families to establish effective oral hygiene routines and monitor dental development.
Coral
Appointment Coordinator
Coral manages patient scheduling and coordinates appointments to ensure smooth office operations. She serves as the first point of contact for families seeking dental care services.
Minerva
Office Manager
Minerva oversees daily office operations and patient relations. She ensures efficient practice management while maintaining the practice's commitment to quality pediatric dental care.
Alison
Registered Dental Hygienist
Alison provides professional cleanings and preventive care while educating patients about proper oral hygiene techniques. She focuses on making dental visits comfortable and educational for young patients.
Questions
When should my child's first dental visit occur?
We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit by age 1 to establish proper oral care foundations.
What types of sedation do you offer for anxious children?
We provide nitrous oxide sedation to help children feel relaxed during dental procedures while remaining conscious and responsive.
Do you use mercury-containing fillings?
No, we exclusively use non-toxic, tooth-colored materials for all restorative treatments to ensure patient safety and natural aesthetics.
How do you handle dental emergencies after hours?
We're available for dental emergencies outside regular hours. Please call our office for urgent care assistance.
What technology do you use for dental imaging?
We utilize low-dose digital X-ray technology that provides clear diagnostic images with minimal radiation exposure for patient safety.
How do you make dental visits comfortable for children?
Our team uses child-friendly communication, gentle techniques, and a welcoming environment to create positive dental experiences for young patients.
Reviews (6)
Heather O'Connell
Jun 22, 2022
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We absolutely love this dental office! All the dentists and hygienists are amazing. They are all so good with nervous kids and creating fun conversation. Also very knowledgeable and explain everything well regarding what's going on in the mouth. We are so glad to have found them early on!
Jackie R.
Jun 17, 2022
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When I called to schedule an appointment was told insurance was good to go. My child had a check up done and I get billed. Called to ask why and suddenly, my insurance was "out of network". Had I known that before when they "checked" my insurance I wouldn't have moved forward with the services. Something that should have been mentioned prior to services being done.
Anisa M.
May 19, 2022
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This dentist office and it's staff are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I was referred by my close friend years ago and I am so happy she did My 15yo LOVES going to the dentist! I would recommend this dentist office to anyone looking for a caring safe place with amazing dentist and staff to go here! You will be glad you did!
Juan Silva
May 10, 2022
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My daughter is 6 and has always feared going to the dentist. Yesterday was her 1st time at South Bay Pediatric and it was amazing. The whole staff was exceptional and quickly turned her tears into a smile. She loved every minute and was actually sad that she has to wait 6 months for her next visit. I cannot thank everyone one there enough. Greatest Dentist and staff!
Tess W.
Apr 15, 2022
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Amazing dentist and staff. Not only took their time to be informative and playful with the kids but had great patience for my boys when they wanted to chat. They were respectful, fun, and even though we never felt rushed we were out the door in record time. We have been to some of the greatest pediatric dentist offices and finding a new one after moving was a bit nerve racking. So thrilled to have found this gem!
Angela Espericueta
Feb 04, 2022
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I had a great experience at this dentistry. Dr. Nick was very informative and actually took the time to talk to me and made my daughter feel comfortable. It was my daughters first time as a toddler so I was nervous. The nurses were so nice with her & made her feel comfortable during the process of flossing and checking all her teeth. Overall, I highly recommend this place :
