Business Details
31 Years
experience
Quality Pediatric Dental Care in Collierville, TN
Welcome to the office of Drs. Caroline and Molly Churchwell, a sister-led pediatric dental practice established in 1995. Our practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a welcoming environment designed specifically for children. With board-certified expertise in pediatric dentistry, we offer comprehensive services ranging from preventive care and restorative treatments to sedation and hospital dentistry.Our team prioritizes patient comfort, utilizing non-intimidating approaches and advanced techniques to ensure positive dental experiences for children from infancy through adolescence. Located in Collierville, Tennessee, we serve generations of families with professionalism and personalized attention.
Services
Preventive Care
Restorative Treatments
Sedation Dentistry
Space Maintainers
Hospital Dentistry
Thumb Habit Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We are board-certified pediatric dentists with specialized training.
- Our practice offers comprehensive care from infancy through adolescence.
- We provide non-intimidating, child-friendly dental experiences.
- We offer sedation options for anxious or special needs patients.
- Our team has served Collierville families for over 25 years.
Associations and certifications
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
Kind and caring staff
Positive dental experiences
Generations of family patients
Services
Preventive Care
We provide age-appropriate preventive dental care following ADA and AAPD guidelines. Our services include biannual checkups, fluoride treatments, sealants, and oral hygiene education. Early intervention helps establish lifelong oral health habits while monitoring developmental milestones in children's dental growth.
Restorative Treatments
Our comprehensive restorative services address dental decay and trauma in children. We offer composite fillings, stainless steel crowns, extractions, and pulp therapy using gentle techniques. Treatment plans are developed collaboratively with parents to ensure optimal outcomes for young patients' oral health.
Sedation Dentistry
We provide safe sedation options including nitrous oxide and oral sedation for anxious patients. Administered by trained professionals, these methods help children receive necessary dental care comfortably. The approach follows ADA-endorsed protocols while maintaining strict safety standards during treatment.
Space Maintainers
Custom-made space maintainers preserve proper dental alignment after premature tooth loss. Our devices prevent adjacent teeth from shifting, ensuring proper eruption of permanent teeth. This preventive measure reduces future orthodontic needs through early intervention in children's dental development.
Hospital Dentistry
We offer hospital-based dental care under general anesthesia for patients requiring complex treatment. Performed by trained anesthesia providers, this option safely addresses severe dental needs in anxious or special needs children while maintaining strict monitoring protocols throughout the procedure.
People
Dr. Caroline Churchwell
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with over 25 years experience. Graduated Phi Beta Kappa from University of Tennessee, completed residency in pediatric dentistry, and actively involved in children's sports activities. Member of Farmington Presbyterian Church.
Dr. Molly Churchwell
Pediatric Dentist
Specialist in advanced pediatric dentistry with two decades of practice. Completed two-year residency at University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Active in children's sports and community church activities. Committed to gentle, family-centered dental care.
Questions
What pediatric dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including preventive exams, restorative treatments, sedation dentistry, space maintainers, and hospital-based procedures under general anesthesia for children of all ages.
At what age should my child have their first dental visit?
We recommend initial visits around age one, following American Dental Association guidelines, to establish preventive care and monitor early dental development.
How do you handle anxious or fearful children?
Our team uses non-intimidating approaches, nitrous oxide sedation, and oral sedation options to ensure comfortable experiences while maintaining strict safety protocols for anxious patients.
What options exist for thumb-sucking or pacifier habits?
We monitor developmental habits during regular checkups and offer gentle guidance to help families address prolonged sucking behaviors that may affect dental alignment.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via phone at 901.854.9555 or through our website contact form to schedule appointments or consultations with our Collierville pediatric dental specialists.
