Business Details
Your Child's Trusted Dental Care Partner in Fayetteville, NC
At Highland Pediatric Dental, we specialize in creating positive dental experiences for children from infancy through adolescence. Our team of board-certified pediatric dentists brings decades of combined experience in addressing the unique oral health needs of young patients, including those with special needs. We prioritize preventive care through routine cleanings, fluoride treatments, and patient education to establish lifelong dental hygiene habits. Our child-friendly office environment, featuring soothing colors and interactive waiting areas, helps alleviate anxiety during visits. We emphasize early intervention with services like dental sealants, interceptive orthodontics, and sedation dentistry to address developmental concerns.Our clinical staff maintains active memberships in professional organizations including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association. We serve Fayetteville, NC and surrounding communities, offering comprehensive dental care from toddlerhood through teenage years. Our practice philosophy centers on building trust between children and dental professionals through personalized, compassionate treatment approaches.
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Routine Cleanings
Fluoride Treatments
Dental Sealants
White Fillings
Extractions
Crowns
Interceptive Orthodontics
Sedation Dentistry
Space Maintainers
Highlights and features
- We specialize in pediatric dental care for children from infancy through 21 years old
- Our office features child-friendly design elements to reduce dental anxiety
- We provide comprehensive treatment including preventive care and specialized procedures
- Our dentists maintain active memberships in leading pediatric dental organizations
- We offer sedation dentistry options for complex cases and anxious patients
What people say
Friendly staff
Child-friendly atmosphere
Special needs patient expertise
Decades of service
Positive dental experiences
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Specialized dental care for infants through teenagers addresses unique oral development needs. Our board-certified pediatric dentists provide comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each child's growth patterns. Services include preventive care, restorative treatments, and early orthodontic intervention in a child-friendly environment.
Routine Cleanings
Professional teeth cleaning services remove plaque and tartar buildup while educating children on proper oral hygiene techniques. Our gentle approach helps young patients develop positive associations with dental care through twice-yearly visits that track dental development and prevent future problems.
Fluoride Treatments
Topical fluoride applications strengthen tooth enamel and reverse early signs of decay. We recommend these preventive treatments during regular checkups for children at higher risk of cavities, using child-safe formulations in flavors that encourage cooperation during application.
Dental Sealants
Protective coatings applied to molars prevent food particles from accumulating in deep grooves. This minimally invasive procedure creates a smooth surface that's easier to clean, significantly reducing cavity risk in children's permanent back teeth during their most cavity-prone years.
Sedation Dentistry
Specialized sedation options help anxious children or those with special needs receive necessary dental care comfortably. Our dentists use monitored sedation techniques to ensure safety while completing complex treatments in a single visit, reducing trauma associated with multiple appointments.
People
Dr. Yvette Stokes
Pediatric Dentist
A Fayetteville native, Dr. Stokes earned her DDS from Meharry Medical College and completed a pediatric dentistry residency at the University of Maryland. With over two decades of practice experience, she serves on community boards and maintains active memberships in multiple dental associations.
Questions
What is the difference between a family dentist and a pediatric dentist?
Pediatric dentists complete 2-3 additional years of specialized training after dental school to focus exclusively on children's oral health from infancy through adolescence.
When should my child have their first dental visit?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends seeing a dentist within six months of the first tooth appearing, but no later than the child's first birthday.
How often should children visit the dentist?
We recommend biannual checkups for preventive care, though individual needs may require more frequent visits based on specific dental conditions.
Are baby teeth important for long-term oral health?
Primary teeth guide permanent teeth development, aid speech formation, and enable proper chewing. Maintaining their health prevents future orthodontic issues.
What are the effects of thumb sucking or pacifier use?
Prolonged use beyond age three can alter mouth shape and tooth positioning. Our dentists provide guidance for breaking these habits before permanent teeth erupt.
