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Trusted Pediatric Dental Care in San Francisco
Discovery Pediatric Dentistry has been dedicated to providing high-quality pediatric dental care in the Bay Area for over three decades. Our practice is built on a foundation of family-oriented care, treating every patient with the utmost respect and creating a welcoming environment designed to make dental visits stress-free for both children and parents. We prioritize prevention as the cornerstone of oral health, offering services ranging from routine cleanings to advanced treatments tailored to children's unique needs. Our experienced team, including specialists with over 30 years of combined experience in pediatric dentistry, works closely with families to maximize insurance benefits and ensure transparent financial planning.We offer Saturday appointments and maintain a child-friendly office with multilingual staff fluent in Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, and other languages. Our commitment to excellence extends to addressing complex issues like sleep-disordered breathing through innovative therapies and orthodontic appliances. We pride ourselves on building trust with young patients, using compassionate approaches to help children overcome dental fears. With convenient access via public transportation and parking options in San Francisco's Van Ness district, we strive to accommodate busy families' schedules while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Services
Prevention
Dental Treatment
Development and Breathing Wellness
Infant Oral Care
Space Maintenance
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized pediatric dental experience
- Multilingual staff fluent in 7 languages
- Saturday appointment availability for busy families
- Expert insurance verification and benefits maximization
- Compassionate care for children with special needs
What people say
Stellar service in every way
Made dental work a breeze
Highly skilled dentists
Flexible and approachable staff
On-time appointments guaranteed
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive care focuses on maintaining optimal oral health through regular checkups, cleanings, and patient education. We offer fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and anticipatory guidance to help children develop lifelong oral hygiene habits. Our team works closely with parents to create customized prevention plans that address each child's unique needs while making dental visits positive experiences.
Restorative Treatment
We provide comprehensive restorative services including cosmetic restorations, extractions, and space maintenance solutions. Our approach combines advanced techniques with child-friendly methods to ensure comfortable treatment experiences. The team specializes in using silver diamine fluoride as a non-invasive cavity treatment option while maintaining focus on preserving natural tooth structure whenever possible.
Sleep Appliance Therapy
Our practice offers innovative solutions for sleep-disordered breathing through Vivos therapeutics and HealthyStart appliances. These orthodontic treatments help reshape oral cavities to improve breathing patterns during sleep. We conduct airway assessments and provide home sleep testing to address developmental issues that may affect children's growth, learning, and overall well-being through proper breathing mechanics.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer nitrous oxide sedation to help anxious patients achieve comfortable dental experiences. Our team carefully evaluates each child's needs to determine appropriate sedation options that maintain safety while reducing dental fears. This service enables us to perform necessary treatments efficiently while ensuring positive associations with dental care for young patients.
Special Needs Care
Our practice specializes in providing dental care for children with special needs, including autism spectrum disorders. We implement sensory-friendly approaches and customized treatment plans to accommodate diverse patient requirements. The team receives ongoing training in adaptive techniques to ensure all children receive compassionate, effective dental care tailored to their specific needs.
People
Dr. Emily Wang
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Emily Wang specializes in pediatric dentistry with extensive experience treating children's dental needs. She focuses on preventive care and innovative sleep apnea solutions while maintaining a gentle approach that helps children feel comfortable during dental visits.
Dr. Melanie Perea-Corkish
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Melanie Perea-Corkish provides compassionate dental care for children, emphasizing patient education and family involvement. She works closely with parents to establish effective oral hygiene routines and addresses complex dental issues with specialized treatment approaches.
Dr. Nate Gerodias
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nate Gerodias combines technical expertise with child-friendly communication to create positive dental experiences. He specializes in treating anxious patients and implementing preventive strategies that promote long-term oral health for children of all ages.
Questions
What pediatric dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including preventive exams, restorative treatments, sleep apnea solutions, sedation dentistry, and specialized care for children with special needs.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes, our experienced insurance team helps maximize benefits through verification, treatment analysis, and claim submission assistance for various dental plans.
Are you equipped to handle dental emergencies?
We prioritize emergency cases and offer same-day appointments for urgent dental issues affecting children after regular business hours.
What makes your practice child-friendly?
Our office features child-oriented amenities, multilingual staff, sensory-friendly approaches, and specialized training in pediatric behavior management techniques to create comfortable experiences.
Do you offer Saturday appointments?
Yes, we provide Saturday exam appointments to accommodate busy family schedules with extended hours from 9 AM to 4:30 PM.
How do you handle anxious or special needs patients?
Our team uses specialized techniques including nitrous oxide sedation, adaptive approaches, and customized treatment plans to ensure comfortable experiences for anxious or special needs children.
Reviews (5)
Nerissa Vergara
Jun 23, 2022
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Love bringing my kids. The staff are all so welcoming. They know how to make my daughter feel comfortable. I've been bringing my older son since he was 5 yrs old now my 2 yr old daughter.
Charline Souffan
Jun 19, 2022
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Awesome first experience for my 4 and 2 years old kids. Dr. Emily and her staff were very sweet and patient, and the kids didn't move a notch during their exam, even WITHOUT any screens. Would definitely recommend!
Walter Lee
Jun 08, 2022
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Dr. Melanie and staff were so kind and patient! My toddler was very frightened and had a total meltdown (and she gets frightened in most healthcare situations, not just dentists). They really went above and beyond to try to comfort her. They were still able to get an exam and cleaning done, between all the tears, and they had a great attitude throughout. Thank you!
Jennifer Henley
Mar 22, 2022
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Estelle loves Dr. Emily and all of the technicians. She needed x rays and I needed to complete a form. in the time it took me to complete the form, E had been whisked away, gotten her x rays, and was back in the main treatment area with a dinosaur toy. My girl loves going to the dentist and has no fear or anxiety because of the marvelous way she's treated.
Sophia Montoya
Feb 26, 2022
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This place was great but I have to doc a point for price. Holy wow are they expensive! I was shocked when they gave me the bill. They charge far more then my adult dentist and they didn't even have to do anything. This was an introductory visit for a 16 month old where they brushed his teeth, visually examined them and applied a thin coat of fluoride. $400! The fluoride alone was $140 and that very morning I had myself a dentist appointment and got fluoride on my much larger then baby teeth and was only charged $30.
I feel robbed. But I will say the stuff was very friendly and efficient. While they were on time there was still pockets of time where we were waiting and a play area would had been nice, even like a wall activity board or something for a restless toddler to occupy themselves because it was exhausting trying to keep him entertained an patient. I think I would had expected more thought put into an establishment that works with children daily.
I feel robbed. But I will say the stuff was very friendly and efficient. While they were on time there was still pockets of time where we were waiting and a play area would had been nice, even like a wall activity board or something for a restless toddler to occupy themselves because it was exhausting trying to keep him entertained an patient. I think I would had expected more thought put into an establishment that works with children daily.
