Experience children's dental care like no place else.
Healthy smiles start here
A child's early dental experiences can shape how they feel about the dentist for years to come. That's why we create gentle, positive visits that help make caring for their smile something they look forward to.
Children need more than smaller dental tools and a cheerful room. They need Care Creators who listen, move at their pace, explain things in ways they can understand, and help them feel comfortable every step of the way. By creating positive dental experiences early, we help children build healthy habits that support a lifetime of confident smiles.
Feel safe and comfortable
We take time to help children settle in, understand what is happening, and feel supported throughout their visit.
Build healthy habits
We make brushing, nutrition, and preventive care easier to understand, so children can begin taking an active role in their own health.
Create positive experiences
Every comfortable visit helps replace uncertainty with familiarity and makes future care feel easier.
Grow with confidence
We celebrate progress, encourage questions, and help children feel proud of their healthy smile.
What to expect at your child's first visit
Every child is different. Some arrive excited and curious. Others need a little more time, reassurance, or support. We meet them where they are.
✓ A warm welcome and time to get comfortable
✓ A gentle exam of their teeth, gums, bite, and development
✓ Age-appropriate explanations throughout the visit
✓ Personalized recommendations based on their needs
✓ Time for your questions without rushing the process
More than a dental visit
You'll see plenty of smiles around TDC Kids, but you'll also see conversations, encouragement, learning, and genuine relationships. That's because we believe caring for children means caring for the whole experience.
Complete care for growing smiles
TDC Kids provides care tailored to each stage of childhood, from first teeth through the teenage years.
Children’s dental exams
Regular evaluations allow us to monitor your child’s teeth, gums, bite, and oral development as they grow.
Fluoride and sealants
Regular evaluations allow us to monitor your child’s teeth, gums, bite, and oral development as they grow.
Orthodontic and growth evaluations
We monitor the development of your child’s smile, jaw, and bite so we can identify concerns early and recommend the right next step.
Digital X-rays
When needed, digital imaging gives our team a clearer view of developing teeth and areas that cannot be seen during a visual exam.
Tooth-colored fillings
When a tooth needs treatment, we focus on restoring its health while keeping your child as comfortable as possible.
Emergency children’s dentistry
When an unexpected dental injury or toothache happens, our team is here to help your family understand what to do next.
Healthy smiles begin with healthy growth
HealthyStart® is designed to support healthy growth while your child is still developing. By evaluating how their teeth, jaws, bite, and airway are working together, we can often identify concerns earlier—when growth provides the greatest opportunity for change.
For children who are good candidates, HealthyStart uses comfortable, removable appliances to help guide healthy development and address habits that may impact long-term oral health. Our team will determine whether it's the right fit and create a personalized plan based on your child's unique needs.
Our Care Creators are with your child every step of the way
No matter which doctor or Care Creator you see, your child will be welcomed by a team committed to making every visit a positive one. When additional guidance is needed, our specialized expertise in children's airway health and HealthyStart® helps ensure your family has the support you need.
Come in for a Happy Visit
A Happy Visit is a no-pressure first visit designed to help babies and young children become familiar with the dentist before they ever need treatment. By following your child's lead and celebrating every small step, we help build something even more important than healthy teeth: a positive relationship with the dentist that can last a lifetime.
✓ Explore the office at their own pace
✓ Meet their Care Creators and make new friends
✓ Sit in the dental chair—or watch Mom or Dad go first
✓ Count teeth and take a quick peek if they're comfortable
✓ Learn with puppets, toys, and hands-on activities
✓ Celebrate every little milestone
Don’t just take our word for it
Questions we love to answer
Our Care Creators are always standing by at (209) 417-1139.
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The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling your child's first dental visit by their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth appearing. Early visits allow us to monitor healthy development, answer your questions, and help your child become comfortable with dental care from the very beginning.
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Every child's first visit is tailored to their age, comfort level, and stage of development. We'll gently examine their teeth, gums, bite, and oral growth, answer your questions, and share personalized recommendations for caring for their smile at home. Our goal is to help both you and your child leave feeling informed, comfortable, and excited to come back.
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Most children benefit from dental visits every six months to monitor growth, prevent cavities, and keep their smile healthy. Depending on your child's needs, we may recommend a different schedule to provide the right level of preventive care and support.
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Many children feel unsure about visiting the dentist, especially the first time. Before your visit, try talking about the dentist in a positive, matter-of-fact way and consider reading a children's book or watching a kid-friendly video about dental visits. Bringing along a favorite stuffed animal or comfort item can also help.
Once you're here, we'll take it from there. Our Care Creators move at your child's pace, explain each step in age-appropriate ways, and focus on building trust—not rushing through the appointment. Our goal is to help your child leave feeling proud, confident, and excited to come back.
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Yes. If your child has a toothache, chipped tooth, dental injury, or another urgent concern, contact our office as soon as possible. We'll help you understand the next steps and do everything we can to see your child quickly.
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Absolutely. We care for children from their very first tooth through the teenage years. As your child grows, we'll continue monitoring their oral health and development while adapting our care to meet their changing needs.
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Experience children’s dental care like no place else
The care experience your child has today can influence how they care for their smile tomorrow. We'd be honored to help make that first impression a positive one.