Business Details
9 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Experience Starts Here
At Bethel Kids Dental, we are dedicated to creating positive dental experiences for children through compassionate, specialized care. Established in 2017 in Lodi, California, our practice was founded to address the lack of kid-friendly dental options for low-income families, combining advanced dental techniques with a playful, welcoming environment. Our team prioritizes patient comfort, utilizing low-radiation digital x-rays, preventive treatments, and sedation options to ensure stress-free visits. With three locations across Manteca, Lodi, and Sacramento, we serve diverse communities, emphasizing early dental education and preventive care to build lifelong oral health habits. Our expansion during the pandemic demonstrated our commitment to accessible care, supported by word-of-mouth referrals and consistently positive patient feedback.We invest in modern orthodontic solutions for all ages, offering personalized treatment plans with clear aligners, braces, and specialized appliances. Our collaborative, family-oriented team fosters a joyful workplace culture that translates into exceptional patient interactions. Recognizing the importance of community engagement, we actively participate in local outreach initiatives to promote dental health awareness. Backed by advanced technology and a focus on child psychology, we create environments where children feel safe and excited about dental care. Our transparent financial policies, including flexible payment plans and insurance coordination, ensure care remains accessible to all families.
Services
Digital X-Rays
Fluoride Treatments
Dental Sealants
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Tooth Fillings
Pulpotomy Procedures
Dental Crowns
Tooth Extractions
Orthodontic Braces
Clear Aligners
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We specialize in pediatric dental care with child-friendly office environments
- Our team includes board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontists
- We utilize advanced low-radiation digital imaging technology
- Offering emergency dental services with after-hours access
- Three convenient locations serving California Central Valley communities
What people say
Fun atmosphere
Gentle care
Fear-free visits
Knowledgeable staff
Kid-friendly environment
Services
Low Radiation Digital X-Rays
Our digital x-ray system reduces radiation exposure by 90% compared to traditional methods while providing instant, high-quality images. This technology enables precise diagnosis of hidden dental issues and immediate treatment planning. The digital format allows easy sharing with specialists and insurance providers for streamlined care coordination.
Protective Sealants
Dental sealants create protective barriers on children's molars to prevent decay. Applied as liquid coatings that harden on tooth surfaces, they block food particles and bacteria from settling in deep grooves. Recommended for permanent molars as soon as they erupt, typically between ages 6-12, these non-invasive treatments provide years of cavity protection.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
SDF treatment stops cavity progression without drilling, ideal for young children or special needs patients. This FDA-approved liquid solution both prevents new cavities and halts existing decay by strengthening enamel. The quick, painless application makes it excellent for managing dental caries in anxious pediatric patients.
Stainless Steel Crowns
Pre-formed metal crowns restore severely decayed primary teeth after pulp therapy or extensive damage. These durable restorations protect weakened tooth structure and maintain space for permanent teeth. We recommend them when fillings would not provide sufficient structural support for children's molars.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Our gentle sedation option helps anxious children relax during dental procedures while remaining fully conscious. Administered through a flavored nasal mask, nitrous oxide produces a calming effect that wears off quickly post-treatment. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recognizes this safe, reversible method for managing pediatric dental anxiety.
People
Dr. Ronaldo Opinga
President/Dentist
Dr. Opinga leads Bethel Kids Dental with over 15 years of pediatric dental experience, focusing on creating positive first dental experiences for children in California's Central Valley communities.
Dr. Nick Ng
Orthodontist
Dr. Ng specializes in age-appropriate orthodontic solutions, bringing expertise in clear aligners and modern braces systems tailored for children, teens, and adults across Sacramento Valley.
Questions
What age should children first visit the dentist?
We recommend initial dental visits by age 1 or within six months of the first tooth erupting to establish preventive care routines.
Do you treat dental emergencies after hours?
Yes, we provide emergency dental care for children outside regular hours. Contact (209) 269-6671 for urgent pediatric dental needs.
What orthodontic options exist for teens?
We offer clear aligners, ceramic braces, gold braces, and traditional metal braces with customizable color options for teenage patients.
How can parents prevent childhood cavities?
Combine daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing, and dental sealants while limiting sugary snacks for optimal cavity prevention.
Are dental x-rays safe for children?
Our digital x-rays use 90% less radiation than traditional systems, with protective lead aprons ensuring maximum safety during diagnostic imaging.
What payment options do you offer?
We accept major insurance plans, offer CareCredit financing, and maintain in-house payment plans to make dental care accessible for all families.
