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Your Child's Trusted Dental Partner in San Dimas
At Corina Ramirez, DDS, we have dedicated our practice to providing comprehensive dental services for children from infancy through adolescence, including those with special needs. Since 1986, our team has combined specialized expertise with compassionate care to create a welcoming environment where young patients feel safe and supported. Our services range from preventive care and laser dentistry to sedation options and tongue-tie corrections, all delivered using advanced technologies to ensure precision and comfort.We prioritize patient education to establish lifelong oral health habits and maintain active involvement with families throughout every treatment process. Our practice reflects decades of experience, including advanced training at prestigious institutions like USC and UCLA, and active participation in professional organizations that uphold pediatric dental excellence.
Services
Laser Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Special Needs Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Tongue Tie Correction
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of pediatric dental expertise since 1986
- Our team includes UCLA-trained specialists with board certification
- We provide multiple sedation options for anxious patients
- Specialized training in treating children with developmental needs
- We utilize Waterlase laser technology for minimally invasive procedures
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
Gentle approach
Kid friendly office
Staff helpful
Calm down patients
Patient with toddlers
Services
Laser Dentistry
Our Waterlase laser dentistry provides minimally invasive treatments using laser energy and water. This technology reduces anxiety by eliminating drill noise and vibration while preserving healthy tooth structure. Patients benefit from faster healing times and reduced infection risk during procedures like cavity preparation and soft tissue corrections.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer multiple sedation options including nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia. These methods help anxious patients remain comfortable during dental procedures while maintaining safety through continuous monitoring. Our team tailors sedation plans to each child's specific needs and medical history.
Special Needs Dentistry
Our practice specializes in treating children with developmental conditions like autism and ADHD. We employ touch point training techniques and sensory-friendly approaches to create positive dental experiences. Parents receive guidance for maintaining oral hygiene at home to complement our in-office treatments.
Cosmetic Dentistry
We provide aesthetic dental solutions for children including zirconia crowns that mimic natural teeth. Our cosmetic services address tooth decay while maintaining visual appeal, offering durable alternatives to traditional metal restorations for improved confidence and oral function.
Tongue Tie Correction
Our laser-assisted frenectomy procedure resolves tongue-tie issues in infants and children. This quick, low-discomfort treatment improves feeding and speech development by releasing restrictive oral tissue, typically completed within minutes using advanced dental lasers.
People
Corina Ramirez
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Ramirez has practiced pediatric dentistry since 1986, graduating in the top 4% of her USC dental class. She completed UCLA residency training, served as chief resident, and maintains faculty roles at UCLA while operating her San Dimas practice.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We treat infants, children, and adolescents up to age 18, including specialized care for patients with developmental needs.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we provide emergency dental care for trauma and urgent oral health issues with same-day appointment availability.
What sedation options exist for anxious children?
We offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia administered by specialists for patients requiring anxiety relief.
How do you accommodate special needs patients?
Our practice uses sensory-friendly techniques, touch point training, and customized treatment plans to create positive dental experiences for children with developmental conditions.
What laser dentistry benefits exist?
Our Waterlase technology provides quieter, vibration-free treatment with reduced anesthesia needs and faster healing compared to traditional dental drills.
