Exams, Cleanings & Fillings
Checkups, cleanings, digital X-rays, oral cancer screening and tooth-colored fillings. The everyday care that keeps small problems small.
Read More about Exams, Cleanings & FillingsChildren's Dentistry in Sugar Land & Houston
Friendly, patient care that helps kids feel safe at the dentist, and helps parents feel informed.
Kids Dental Care
Good habits start with good first visits.
How a child feels about the dentist often sticks with them for life. That is why we take our time with kids, explain things in words they understand and never rush.
Baby teeth matter more than people think. They hold space for adult teeth, help kids chew and speak clearly, and a painful cavity can affect sleep and school.
Parents are always welcome in the room. We will show you what we see, answer your questions and give you simple tips for brushing at home.
Dr. Nisha Patel, DDS
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry · 19+ years of practice
Children's Procedures
Everything your child may need.
Most kids only need checkups and cleanings. When they need more, we handle it gently.
Sealants
A thin protective coating painted onto the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where most kids get cavities. Quick and no needles.
Baby Root Canal
When decay reaches the nerve of a baby tooth, a pulpotomy removes the infected part so the tooth can stay until it falls out naturally.
Stainless Steel Crowns
A durable cap for a baby molar with a large cavity or after a baby root canal. Built to last until the adult tooth comes in.
White Baby Crowns
Tooth-colored crowns for baby teeth, often used on front teeth where looks matter to kids and parents.
Space Maintainers
If a baby tooth is lost early, a small appliance holds the space open so the adult tooth has room to come in straight.
Baby Teeth Extractions
Sometimes a baby tooth is too damaged to save or will not fall out on its own. We remove it gently and keep your child comfortable.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Dental groups recommend a first visit by your child's first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming in. That first visit is short and simple. We count teeth, check for early signs of decay, and talk with you about teething, bottles, thumb sucking and fluoride.
Making visits easy for kids
- Talk about the dentist in a positive, low-key way. Skip words like "hurt" or "shot."
- Book morning visits when kids are rested.
- Bring a favorite toy or blanket for younger children.
- Let us do the explaining. We use simple, kid-friendly language.
Insurance, Medicaid and CHIP
We accept many family dental plans, and we also accept Texas Medicaid and CHIP for children. Most plans cover checkups, cleanings, fluoride and sealants at little or no cost. Our team will check your child's benefits before the visit.
Growing up with Serenity
As kids get older, we keep an eye on how their adult teeth and bite are developing. When the time comes, we can talk about braces or Invisalign and sports mouth guards, all in the same office they already know.
Frequently asked questions
What age should my child have their first dental visit?
By their first birthday, or within six months after their first tooth appears.
Do baby teeth really need fillings or crowns?
Yes, in many cases. Untreated cavities in baby teeth can cause pain and infection, and losing a baby tooth too early can cause crowding for the adult teeth.
Do you accept Medicaid and CHIP for kids?
Yes. We accept Texas Medicaid and CHIP dental plans. Call the office you plan to visit and we will confirm your child's plan.
Can I stay with my child during the appointment?
Absolutely. Parents are welcome in the treatment room.
Two offices, one dentist. Children's Dentistry is available at our Sugar Land office (12921 West Bellfort Ave, (281) 240-1177) and our Houston office (12861 Gulf Freeway, (281) 922-1919). Walk-ins welcome, free parking at both.
Related Care
Other services you may need.
Most patients need more than one kind of care over the years. Here is where to go next.
Invisalign & Braces
Invisalign, clear aligners and tooth-colored braces for teens and adults, planned and monitored right here in our office.
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Mouth Guards, Night Guards & Retainers
Custom sports mouth guards, night guards for grinding and clenching, and retainers to hold your results.
Read More about Mouth Guards, Night Guards & RetainersTime for your child's checkup?
Book a visit for your little one at our Sugar Land or Houston office.
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