Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Pediatric Dentists in Montgomery, AL
Dentistry for Children has been dedicated to pediatric dental care since 1979, serving families in Montgomery and Wetumpka, Alabama. Our practice specializes in treating infants, children, teenagers, and patients with special needs, providing personalized, gentle care in a child-friendly environment. The train-themed offices are designed to make visits engaging and stress-free, fostering positive dental experiences that build lifelong oral health habits. Our team of board-certified pediatric dentists, Dr. Julia Isherwood Schreiber and Dr. LaKeshia Thomas, combines advanced training with compassionate care, offering preventive services, restorative treatments, and sedation options tailored to each child's needs. We emphasize early intervention, patient education, and family involvement, with services ranging from infant dental exams to orthodontic guidance.The practice maintains affiliations with professional organizations like the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and utilizes modern technology to ensure high-quality care. Our administrative team streamlines processes through digital forms, online portals, and flexible payment options, while maintaining accessibility for emergency appointments. The open treatment area design and staff training in child communication techniques help alleviate anxiety during visits. We provide dietary counseling, trauma care, and space maintenance solutions, addressing both immediate dental needs and long-term development. Our commitment to community education includes resources on snack choices, tooth decay prevention, and emergency response protocols.
Services
Infant Dental Exams
Space Maintenance
Dietary Counseling
Lip Tongue Tie Treatment
Sedation Options
Preventative Sealants
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatric dentists with specialized training in children's dental care
- Child-friendly offices designed to reduce dental anxiety
- Emergency dental services available for urgent care needs
- Sedation options for patients with special needs or complex procedures
- Digital tools for convenient appointment scheduling and records access
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Alabama Dental Association
Services
Infant Dental Exams
Early dental exams monitor oral development and establish preventive care routines. These visits help detect potential issues with gum health and tooth eruption patterns. Our team provides parental guidance on proper oral hygiene practices for infants.
Space Maintenance
Space maintainers prevent dental alignment issues when baby teeth are lost prematurely. This treatment ensures proper spacing for permanent teeth eruption. Our customized appliances help avoid future orthodontic complications.
Sedation Options
We offer safe sedation methods for anxious patients or complex procedures. Options include nitrous oxide and general anesthesia administered by trained specialists. This ensures comfortable treatment experiences for children with special needs.
Preventative Sealants
Protective sealants are applied to back teeth chewing surfaces. This preventive measure blocks food particles and bacteria from hard-to-clean grooves. The treatment significantly reduces cavity risk in permanent molars.
Lip Tongue Tie Treatment
We diagnose and treat lip and tongue ties affecting nursing, speech, or dental development. The procedure improves oral function and prevents future feeding difficulties. Laser technology enables precise, minimally invasive corrections.
People
Julia Isherwood Schreiber
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Schreiber earned her D.M.D. from University of Alabama at Birmingham and completed pediatric residency at UAB and Children's Hospital of Alabama. She maintains memberships in multiple dental associations and specializes in treating children with special needs.
LaKeshia Thomas
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Thomas received her D.M.D. from University of Connecticut and completed pediatric specialty training at University of Alabama School of Dentistry. A Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive children's dental care.
Questions
When should my child first visit the dentist?
The American Dental Association recommends a child's first dental visit by age 1 or when the first tooth erupts.
What services do you offer for children?
We provide infant exams, preventive care, restorative treatments, sedation dentistry, and emergency care for children of all ages.
Do you treat children with special needs?
Yes, our team has specialized training in caring for patients with special needs, including advanced sedation options.
How can I prepare for a dental emergency?
Keep our emergency number (334) 277-6830 accessible and know basic first aid for dental injuries like knocked-out teeth.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, CareCredit financing, and work with most insurance providers to maximize your benefits.
