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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Journey Starts Here
At Burien Childrens Dentistry, we specialize in creating a gentle and comforting environment for children to ensure positive dental experiences. Our board-certified pediatric dentists, Dr. Sofia and Scott Kennel, combine over 20 years of combined expertise with advanced technologies to provide tailored care for infants through teens, including children with special needs. We prioritize preventive education to empower families with lifelong oral hygiene practices while maintaining open communication to continuously improve our service. Our team is dedicated to building trust through compassionate care, innovative treatments, and a deep understanding of child-friendly dental practices. 
Services
Preventive dentistry
BPA-Free sealants
Digital radiography
Restorative dentistry
Nitrous oxide sedation
General anesthesia
Space maintenance
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We prioritize positive first dental experiences to shape lifelong attitudes toward oral care.
- Specialized training in pediatric behavior management for personalized treatment approaches.
- Preventive care education empowers families to maintain optimal oral health together.
- Board-certified team with advanced pediatric dental technology expertise.
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
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Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry focuses on early intervention and education to establish lifelong oral hygiene habits. We offer age-appropriate care for infants, children, and teens, including customized brushing techniques and cavity risk assessments. Our approach combines parental guidance with child-friendly explanations to ensure effective home care routines.
BPA-Free Sealants
Dental sealants create protective barriers on molars to prevent decay. These BPA-free solutions effectively reduce cavity risks by up to 90% when maintained properly. We apply sealants painlessly during routine check-ups, making them ideal for cavity-prone children and teens.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide ensures comfortable dental visits for anxious patients. This safe, reversible sedation method keeps children fully conscious while reducing treatment-related stress. We recommend light fasting before appointments using this gentle anxiety management technique.
Digital Radiography
Our digital X-rays provide precise diagnostics with 80-90% less radiation than traditional methods. This technology enables early detection of decay patterns, developmental monitoring of permanent teeth, and accurate treatment planning for children at various growth stages.
Space Maintenance
Space maintainers preserve proper alignment when primary teeth are lost prematurely. These custom-fitted appliances prevent future orthodontic issues by ensuring permanent teeth erupt correctly. We monitor their effectiveness during regular six-month check-ups to guide proper jaw development.
People
Dr. Sofia Kennel
Pediatric Dentist
A board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training from NYU Langone Hospitals. Previously served as Chief Resident during residency, she focuses on child-centered care and preventive education.
Dr. Scott Kennel
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with specialized training from Idaho State University and NYU Langone Hospitals. Combines family dental experience with pediatric expertise for comprehensive child dental care.
Elizabeth Calton
Office Manager
Office manager with extensive dental operations experience since 2009. Coordinates patient care as the primary office contact, blending clinical knowledge with administrative expertise for efficient family-centered service.
Questions
What age should children first visit the dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends first visits by age 1 or within 6 months of first tooth eruption.
What specialized services do you offer for children?
We provide preventive care, sealants, digital X-rays, restorative treatments, nitrous oxide sedation, and space maintainers for infants through teens.
Are dental X-rays safe for children?
Yes, our digital X-ray systems use ultra-low radiation doses with protective measures to ensure child safety during diagnostic procedures.
How do you manage anxious children during treatment?
We employ kid-friendly communication, positive reinforcement, and offer nitrous oxide sedation for anxious patients to create comfortable dental experiences.
What emergency dental care options exist?
Call us immediately for knocked-out teeth, fractures, or severe toothaches - we provide same-day emergency appointments for urgent pediatric dental needs.
Which insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Aetna, DSHS, Guardian, WDS, Humana, LifeWise, Dentamax, Tri-care, All Delta Dentals, Metlife, United Concordia, Premera, Regence, and GEHA.
