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Your Trusted Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics Partner in San Diego
Poiset and Associates Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics has been serving San Diego families since 1994, providing specialized dental care for infants, children, teens, and orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages. Our team of board-certified pediatric dentists brings decades of combined experience in managing complex dental needs, including sedation dentistry and hospital-based care. We maintain affiliations with Rady Children's Hospital and prioritize patient comfort through child-friendly facilities and evidence-based treatment approaches.Our comprehensive services span preventative care, restorative procedures, orthodontic evaluations, and emergency dental treatment. We emphasize early oral health education and utilize advanced technology to ensure optimal outcomes for every patient.
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontics
Preventative Care
Restorative Care
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Sealants
Mouthguards
Space Maintainers
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in pediatric dentistry
- Our team includes board-certified specialists with hospital affiliations
- We offer comprehensive care from infancy through orthodontic treatment
- Our child-friendly office features advanced dental technology
- We provide sedation options for anxious or special needs patients
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Our specialized pediatric dental care addresses the unique oral health needs of infants, children, and teenagers. We provide comprehensive examinations, developmental monitoring, and preventive treatments in a child-friendly environment. Our board-certified dentists use age-appropriate techniques to ensure positive dental experiences and establish lifelong oral health habits.
Orthodontics
We offer full-service orthodontic care for patients of all ages, including early interceptive treatment for children and comprehensive alignment solutions. Our specialists evaluate bite development, create personalized treatment plans, and utilize modern orthodontic systems like the Pitts21 System and Spark aligners to achieve optimal dental alignment and facial aesthetics.
Sedation Dentistry
Our sedation options include nitrous oxide, oral sedatives, and IV sedation administered by trained anesthesiologists. These methods help anxious patients, children with special needs, or those requiring extensive treatment receive necessary dental care comfortably. We offer both office-based and hospital sedation services for maximum safety and effectiveness.
Restorative Care
We provide white composite fillings, stainless steel crowns, and pulpotomy treatments to restore damaged primary teeth. Our restorative services preserve dental function while maintaining aesthetics, using child-safe materials and techniques that prioritize long-term oral health. Space maintainers are also available for premature tooth loss cases.
Preventative Care
Our preventative program includes regular checkups, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants to protect children's teeth. We offer personalized oral hygiene instruction and dietary guidance to prevent cavities, with customized recall schedules based on each child's individual risk factors and developmental needs.
People
Dr. Mitchell Poiset
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Poiset is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and former Section Chief at Rady Children's Hospital. He specializes in sedation dentistry and complex care for children with special needs, having earned his DDS from UCLA and completed residency at USC.
Dr. Shay Brannan
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Brannan has served Poiset and Associates since 2008 after completing her specialty training at UCLA. A San Diego native, she focuses on creating positive dental experiences for young patients and maintains active memberships in major pediatric dental associations.
Dr. Amanda Effat
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Effat completed her pediatric residency at NYU Langone in San Diego and serves on Rady Children's Hospital medical staff. She advocates for children's oral health and brings international experience from Canada and Egypt to her patient care approach.
Questions
What age range do you treat?
We treat infants, children, teens, and also provide orthodontic care for adult patients.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer emergency dental care for children and have hospital privileges for urgent cases.
What sedation options are available?
We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedatives, IV sedation, and hospital-based anesthesia options for anxious patients.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most major insurance plans and offer assistance with claims processing and payment plans.
When should my child's first visit be?
We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit by age 1 or when their first teeth erupt.
What orthodontic systems do you use?
We offer traditional braces, Pitts21 System, Spark clear aligners, and customized orthodontic solutions.
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