Chomper Checkups: Top 5 Staten Island Pediatric Dentists
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Let’s be honest; no one likes going to the dentist. It’s nothing personal, dentists! Many people just tend to wince at the thought of being asked to “open wide!” This is a common hurdle for dentists to overcome with their patients, one that is especially difficult when those patients are children. Pediatric Dentists have the difficult task of keeping anxious young patients comfortable while providing the kind of skilled care that brand new sets of teeth require. It isn’t easy, but the Staten Island Pediatric Dentists below sure make it look that way.
Each of these practices offer expert but gentle dental care for little ones, allowing for both parents and kids to stress less when it’s time for their annual chomper checkup. Here’s the top 5 Staten Island Pediatric Dentists.
Community Health Center of Richmond
439 Port Richmond Ave.
917-830-0838
135 Canal Street
917-830-1950
chcrichmond.org/services/dentistry
Community Health Center of Richmond Dental and Medical Specialty Center believes in making dental care a breeze for kids. Their skilled team of dentists and hygienists provide top-notch care for little ones starting from the age of 2. They go beyond just ensuring healthy smiles; they teach kids and parents how to keep those smiles bright and healthy. They also welcome all families, no matter their ability to pay. CHCR accepts most insurances and also offers a schedule of sliding fees based on family size and income. CHCR believes keeping your child’s teeth healthy should be easy and affordable.
Salvatore Indelicato, D.M.D., P.C.
444 Huguenot Avenue
bracesbydrindelicato.com
718-967-5213
Dr. Indelicato and his highly motivated, trained, certified and friendly staff are dedicated to making patients feel comfortable while providing high quality personal care. They offer all new Orthodontic treatment technology, Invisalign, braces of all types (ceramic/clear, metal, Iconix), digital x-rays and scanning technology for the comfort of patients. They also offer free new patient consultations and a freshly baked cookie at each visit, too! Dr. Indelicato and his staff keep up with continuing education courses, ensuring patients benefit from new advancements in dental care. He’s been making smiles since 1991!
Dr. Brandon Jackson
Quality Care Pediatric Dental Specialists
821 Clove Rd.
718-448-0976
qualitycaredds.com
Dr. Jackson is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist serving the greater Metropolitan area who specializes in the treatment of anxious pediatric patients. His energetic and engaging approach to dentistry creates an atmosphere that puts patients at ease. He strives to provide evidence-based dentistry and individualized treatment plans for each child, and all treatment plans are explained and reviewed with every parent to ensure the best standard of care. Dr. Jackson keeps up with the latest dental technology and uses computer-based charting and digital X-rays to streamline patient education. He understands how important it is for a child to be supported during their dental care, so he strongly encourages parents to become engaged in their child’s oral health and to ask questions as they arise throughout treatment.
Lisa Lazzara, Kids Dental
sikidsdental.com
718-356-5437
The doctors at Kids Dental pride themselves on specialized, comprehensive, and personalized dental care solely focused on a child’s complete needs. Every child’s dental health needs are as unique as their smiles and require an individualized approach. Receiving routine dental care is crucial for a child’s well-being and overall health. Kids Dental’s delightful and cheerful decor will ensure the most favorable and stress free dental visit as their team creates a positive and supportive dental experience. From the moment of arrival at a first appointment, patients immediately feel at ease as the staff maintains full focus making the visit comfortable and enjoyable, leaving parents feeling confident about managing their child’s dental needs.
Phyllis G. Merlino, DDS
Todt Hill Pediatric Dentistry
268 Todt Hill Road
Staten Island, NY 10314
718-761-2090
DrMerlino.com
Dr. Phyllis G. Merlino and her staff provide pediatric dental services to children of all ages and to those with special physical, mental and healthcare needs. They are committed to quality care ensuring that children continue on the path to good oral health; together they strive to make the experience of each patient a positive one. Dr. Merlino is involved on a local level with the dental community as an active member of the Richmond County Dental Society and visits schools to educate children on the importance of good dental hygiene, dental care and diet. Dr. Merlino is a native Staten Islander and a Board-Certified specialist in Pediatric Dentistry, practicing since 2000.
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