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Learn more about Pediatric Dentists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Pediatric Dentists
A pediatric dentist specializes in the dental needs of children and adolescents. Pediatric dentists focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity (mouth, teeth and gums) and the maxillofacial area (head, neck, face and jaw). Pediatric dentists also maintain the function and appearance of these areas. The overall goal of pediatric dentists is to help their patients maintain a healthy mouth, teeth and gums and establish healthy, lifelong oral habits.
A pediatric dentist typically:
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Evaluates the patient's dental and medical history and performs an oral and dental exam
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Educates patients about dental conditions and diseases, good oral hygiene, and oral disease prevention
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests, such as X-rays and saliva tests
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Prescribes medications, including antibiotics and pain medications
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Diagnoses oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions based on an evaluation of tests and exams
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Provides preventive oral and dental care including dental cleanings and fluoride treatments
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Treats various oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions including tooth decay, gum disease, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder
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Works closely with other dental specialists and doctors as needed to ensure optimal care
A pediatric dentist may also be known by the following terms: pedodontist, kids dentist, dentist for children, children's dentist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
There are 33 specialists practicing Pediatric Dentistry in Maine with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 10 hospitals in Maine with affiliated Pediatric Dentistry specialists, including Maine Medical Center, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital.
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Dr. Michelle Morrow, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry366 High StBelfast, ME 04915Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Emily Scholl, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry84 Baribeau DrBrunswick, ME 04011Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry7 School StAlbion, ME 04910Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Peter Drews, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry471 Sabattus StLewiston, ME 04240Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Jean Paul Boudreau, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry25 Long Creek DrSouth Portland, ME 04106Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Gary Creisher, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1750 Post RdWells, ME 04090Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Michael McCoy, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry300 Technology WayScarborough, ME 04074Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Sang Lee, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry480 Main StLewiston, ME 04240Dr. Anna Ivanova, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry413 Alfred St Ste 101Biddeford, ME 04005Dr. Nii Norte Lokko, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1332 Post RdWells, ME 04090Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Karen Delaney, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry254 South StCalais, ME 04619Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Nicole Cividanes, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry182 Wilson StBrewer, ME 04412Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Carey Fister, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry237 Wilson StBrewer, ME 04412Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. Susan Russett-Collett, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry888 Brighton AvePortland, ME 04102Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. James Waterhouse, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry324 Gannett Dr Ste 500South Portland, ME 04106Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Randal Thivierge, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry625 ROCKLAND STRockport, ME 04856Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. Sheila Brijade, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1048 Union StBangor, ME 04401Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Safwan Nano, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry13 Pleasant StWestbrook, ME 04092Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Gaston To'Olo, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry24 Penn PlzBangor, ME 04401Dr. Gary Badger, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry716 Stevens AvePortland, ME 04103Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Erik Johnson, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry33 Walker StAshland, ME 04732Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. William Whitney, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry224 Main StDamariscotta, ME 04543Dr. Stephen Mills, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry300 Technology WayScarborough, ME 04074Dr. Mark Lucier, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry955 MAIN STSanford, ME 04073Dr. Whitney Wignall, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1601 CONGRESS STPortland, ME 04102Dr. James Helmkamp, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry227 Mount Auburn AveAuburn, ME 04210Dr. David Miller, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry379 College AveOrono, ME 04473Dr. Dennis Shim, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry4 Bisbee StLisbon, ME 04250Dr. Chelsea Johnston, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry300 Technology WayScarborough, ME 04074Dr. Michael Hatton, DDS
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry335r Prairie AveProvidence, RI 02905Dr. Linda Eberhardt, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry24 Penn PlzBangor, ME 04401Dr. Christopher Cotterill, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry1851 Macgregor Downs RdGreenville, NC 27834Dr. Aaron Schmick, DMD
Specialty: Pediatric Dentistry190 Park AvePortland, ME 04102