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Your Child's Trusted Dental Care Partner in Bangor, ME
Bangor Children's Dentistry is dedicated to creating and maintaining healthy, beautiful smiles for children in a positive, lighthearted environment. Our practice prioritizes trust, communication, and preventive care, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to ensure pain-free and anxiety-free visits. We specialize in pediatric dentistry, offering tailored services for children's unique developmental needs, including early appointments, fluoride treatments, and sedation options.Our team of experienced dentists and hygienists works closely with parents to develop customized care plans, emphasizing education and comfort. With a focus on prevention and early intervention, we aim to make dental visits enjoyable through child-friendly amenities like video games and themed murals. Our professionals bring extensive training and a passion for pediatric care, ensuring each child receives compassionate, high-quality treatment.
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Dental Cleanings
Fluoride Treatments
Fillings
Space Maintainers
Sedation Dentistry
Emergency Dentistry
Interceptive Orthodontics
Highlights and features
- We use state-of-the-art equipment designed for pediatric comfort.
- Our child-friendly office features games and murals to ease anxiety.
- Dentists have specialized training in pediatric and hospital dentistry.
- Early morning appointments available for young children's optimal focus.
- Parents are welcome to accompany children during all treatments.
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Specialized dental care for infants, children, and adolescents focusing on prevention, early detection, and treatment of oral health issues. Our team creates customized care plans while educating families on proper oral hygiene practices. Services include routine checkups, developmental monitoring, and trauma management in a child-friendly environment.
Dental Cleanings
Professional teeth cleaning sessions tailored for children, combining plaque removal with educational guidance on brushing and flossing techniques. Our hygienists work alongside parents to establish effective home care routines while monitoring dental development through regular six-month visits.
Fluoride Treatments
Topical fluoride applications strengthen tooth enamel and prevent decay. We use flavored varnishes and foams applied during cleanings, following AAPD guidelines for children at risk of cavities while respecting parental preferences regarding treatment.
Emergency Dentistry
Immediate treatment for dental trauma including knocked-out teeth, chipped teeth, and mouth injuries. We provide same-day appointments during business hours and after-hours emergency protocols for reimplantation and pain management.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide sedation and hospital-based general anesthesia options for children requiring complex procedures or experiencing dental anxiety. Administered by specialists trained in pediatric sedation techniques to ensure safe, comfortable treatment experiences.
People
Sadaf Taheri, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Graduated from Kerman University of Medical Sciences in 2016, practiced privately in Iran, then completed pediatric training at Loma Linda University. Specializes in child-focused care with leadership experience in dental education programs.
Terrin Porter, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Completed pediatric honors program at University of Missouri and hospital residency at Alaska Native Medical Center. Brings 12+ years of pediatric experience with expertise in treating anxious young patients and special needs children.
Maxwell Doxey, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Trained at LECOM School of Dental Medicine with hospital dentistry experience in Nevada and Utah. Specializes in gentle techniques for children, combining art and science in pediatric dental care with decade-long clinical experience.
Questions
What services does Bangor Children's Dentistry offer?
We provide pediatric dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, fillings, space maintainers, sedation dentistry, emergency care, and interceptive orthodontics tailored to children's developmental needs.
Do you accept emergency dental appointments?
Yes, we prioritize dental emergencies and offer immediate care during business hours. After hours, contact our office for urgent cases requiring reimplantation or trauma treatment.
What sedation options are available for anxious children?
We offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for mild sedation and coordinate hospital-based general anesthesia for extensive procedures, administered by trained pediatric specialists.
How do you accommodate very young patients?
We recommend first visits by age 12 months using knee-to-knee exams. Morning appointments are available for toddlers, with child-friendly amenities to reduce anxiety.
Can parents stay with their children during treatments?
Yes, parents are encouraged to accompany children during all visits to provide comfort and participate in care discussions with our team.
What preventive care programs do you emphasize?
Our preventive program includes biannual checkups, fluoride applications, dietary counseling, and early orthodontic intervention to minimize future dental issues.
