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Trusted Pediatric Dental Care in Salt Lake City, UT
At Salt Lake Pediatric Dentistry, we specialize in creating positive dental experiences for children through personalized care and advanced techniques. Our board-certified pediatric dentists provide comprehensive services including emergency care, sedation dentistry, and preventive treatments tailored to each child's unique needs. With a focus on education and community involvement, we empower families to maintain optimal oral health while fostering trust and comfort in every patient.Our team utilizes cutting-edge technology like laser frenectomies to ensure precise, minimally invasive procedures. By prioritizing individualized attention and compassionate communication, we help children develop lifelong healthy dental habits in a welcoming environment designed just for them.
Services
Emergency Pediatric Dentistry
Frenectomy
Pediatric Sedation
Preventive Care
Restorative Dentistry
Special Needs Dentistry
Dental Sealants
Fluoride Treatment
Composite Fillings
Dental Crowns
Highlights and features
- Our board-certified specialists provide various types of sedation dentistry for anxious children
- We use advanced laser technology for frenectomies with greater comfort and precision
- We treat each child as an individual, recognizing that every smile is unique
- We partner with families to educate children about dental health through playful communication
- We schedule appointments with flexibility and care, respecting each family's unique routine
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
Great with special needs kids
Friendly and helpful staff
Made fillings experience positive
Patient with anxious children
Excellent solutions for dental issues
Services
Emergency Pediatric Dentistry
We provide immediate treatment for children experiencing dental trauma, toothaches, infections, or injuries. Our team uses child-friendly techniques and comfort-focused approaches to address emergencies while minimizing anxiety. Services include repairing broken teeth, managing dental pain, and treating infections to prevent long-term complications.
Pediatric Sedation Dentistry
We offer IV and oral sedation options to help anxious children receive necessary dental care comfortably. Our experienced team closely monitors patients throughout procedures to ensure safety and comfort. Sedation is ideal for children with special needs, dental phobias, or those requiring extensive treatments.
Frenectomy
We perform laser frenectomies to correct restrictive lip or tongue ties affecting speech, feeding, or oral hygiene. This minimally invasive procedure improves oral function with reduced discomfort and faster healing. Our specialists assess each case to determine if frenectomy would benefit your child's development.
Preventive Care
Our preventive services include regular checkups, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments to stop decay before it starts. We educate families on proper oral hygiene techniques and nutrition to establish lifelong healthy habits. Early intervention helps prevent more serious dental issues in the future.
Restorative Dentistry
We treat decayed teeth with fillings, crowns, and pulpotomies to restore function and appearance. Our child-friendly approach makes procedures comfortable while preserving dental health. Restorative care prevents further damage and maintains space for permanent teeth development.
People
David Gustafson
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in dental trauma and care for special needs patients. Member of American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Provides compassionate care at Primary Children's Medical Center.
Jeffery K. Rupp
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified specialist with master's degree in health professions education. Combines compassionate approach with professional expertise. Faculty member at Primary Children's Hospital. Father of nine children with extensive experience treating anxious young patients.
Whitney Jensen
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified dentist focused on creating positive dental experiences. Specializes in care for special needs patients. Combines latest technology with parental education to promote home dental care. Passionate about humanitarian work and outdoor activities.
Jed Nordfelt
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified specialist with advanced training from Eastman Institute for Oral Health. Treats each patient as if they were his own child. Former LEND Fellowship participant with expertise in neurodevelopmental disabilities. Active in community dental outreach.
Questions
When should my child have their first dental visit?
Children should establish a dental home by age one or within six months of their first tooth erupting.
What constitutes a pediatric dental emergency?
Toothaches, broken/chipped teeth, dental infections, mouth injuries, or objects stuck in teeth require immediate attention.
Is sedation dentistry safe for children?
Yes, when administered by experienced pediatric dentists and closely monitored throughout the procedure.
How do you help anxious children during dental visits?
We use playful communication techniques, personalized care, and sedation options to ease anxiety and build trust.
What services are available for special needs children?
We provide customized preventive, restorative, and sedation dentistry with specialized training in treating patients with developmental disabilities.
What preventive care services do you offer?
Regular checkups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and parental education on home oral care routines.
