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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Experience Starts Here
At Granger Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment where children feel comfortable and excited about dental care. Our practice combines state-of-the-art equipment with a team of highly trained pediatric dentists dedicated to addressing the unique needs of young patients. We specialize in making dental visits enjoyable through personalized attention, educational initiatives, and a variety of sedation options for anxious children. Our team includes specialists with advanced training from institutions like the University of Kentucky and Virginia Commonwealth University, ensuring expertise in pediatric dental care. We prioritize preventive care, emergency treatment, and early intervention to foster lifelong oral health habits.With Spanish-speaking staff and doctors, we ensure clear communication for all families. Our services extend to sedation dentistry, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia at specialized facilities. We emphasize safety, following guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry while maintaining a fun atmosphere with interactive elements like fish tanks. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in repeat visits from satisfied families and recognition by patients as the best pediatric dental office in Northern Utah.
Services
Dental Exams
Cleanings
Fluoride Treatments
Sedation Dentistry
Emergency Care
Early Infant Dental Care
Fillings
Crowns
Oral Surgery
X-rays
Highlights and features
- We offer multiple sedation options for anxious young patients.
- Our team includes board-certified pediatric dentists with specialized training.
- Spanish-speaking doctors ensure clear communication for all families.
- We provide emergency dental care with prompt, careful treatment.
- Our office environment is specifically designed to make children comfortable.
What people say
Staff try their best
Nurses make everyone smile
Assistant was wonderful
Kids love it here
Staff just overall amazing
Services
Pediatric Dental Exams
Our comprehensive dental exams involve thorough mouth assessments, x-rays, and oral health education. Our pediatric dentists evaluate children's dental development, identify potential issues, and provide preventive care recommendations. Each exam includes discussion about proper home care routines while maintaining a child-friendly environment that reduces anxiety.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia options for anxious patients. These services help children undergo necessary dental treatments comfortably while maintaining safety through strict monitoring protocols. Our specialists determine the most appropriate sedation method based on individual patient needs and treatment requirements.
Early Infant Care
Specialized dental care for infants follows American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines. Our services include oral development assessments, eruption pattern evaluations, and parental education about proper infant oral hygiene practices. We emphasize establishing dental homes by age 12 months to prevent early childhood tooth decay and promote healthy habits.
Dental Emergencies
We provide immediate treatment for urgent dental situations including toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, and infections. Our team prioritizes prompt care to prevent complications while making emergency visits as comfortable as possible for young patients through specialized techniques and compassionate approach.
Preventative Cleanings
Professional teeth cleanings include thorough plaque removal, flossing, and fluoride application to strengthen enamel. Our hygienists educate children on proper brushing techniques using kid-friendly toothpaste options while making the process enjoyable through interactive learning and positive reinforcement strategies.
People
Dr. Hans Petersen
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Petersen specializes in pediatric dentistry with experience from Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. He graduated from the University of Kentucky dental school and has dedicated his career to making dental care comfortable for children while maintaining a family-centered approach.
Dr. Cameron Quayle
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Quayle completed his pediatric residency at Primary Children's Hospital and teaches dental residents there. He focuses on providing child-centered care while maintaining high safety standards for sedation dentistry through his extensive training and experience working with young patients.
Dr. Kadin Wilson
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Wilson brings specialized training in treating children of all ages with diverse needs. His passion for pediatric dentistry developed through early work experience and continues through his commitment to making dental visits positive experiences for young patients.
Dr. Mike Christensen
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Christensen completed his pediatric residency at Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo. He combines his dental expertise with a natural affinity for working with children to provide compassionate care that addresses both dental needs and patient comfort.
Dr. Ray Durham
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Durham received his pediatric dentistry certificate from State University of New York in Buffalo. With experience treating both typical and complex cases, he focuses on creating positive dental experiences that help children overcome anxiety and establish healthy dental habits.
Questions
What age should a child first visit the dentist?
We recommend children establish a dental home by age 12 months according to American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines.
Do you treat children with dental anxiety?
Yes, we offer multiple sedation options and specialized techniques to help anxious children receive necessary dental care comfortably.
What should I do for a child's dental emergency?
Call us immediately at (801) 969-8881 if your child experiences a toothache, broken tooth, or dental injury for prompt care.
Are your dentists board-certified in pediatrics?
All our dentists have specialized training and certification in pediatric dentistry from accredited residency programs.
Do you offer Spanish-speaking dental services?
Yes, we have Spanish-speaking staff and doctors to ensure clear communication for all families.
What sedation options are available for children?
We provide nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation in-office, and general anesthesia at specialized facilities for young patients.
