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Your Child's Dental Health Starts Here
Bayview Pediatric Dental Group is dedicated to empowering our community with lifelong healthy and bright smiles through individualized pediatric dental care. As board-certified pediatric dentists and mothers living in the South Bay area, we combine professional expertise with compassionate, family-centered care. Our practice emphasizes preventive care, early intervention, and specialized treatment for infants, children, and adolescents, including patients with special needs.With advanced training in child psychology, sedation techniques, and hospital dentistry, our team provides ethical, high-standard oral healthcare in a comfortable, educational environment. We prioritize patient education, personalized treatment plans, and community involvement, ensuring each child receives care tailored to their unique needs while fostering positive dental experiences.
Services
Preventive Care
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontics
Sedation Dentistry
Early Infant Oral Care
Sealants
White Fillings
Crowns
Pulp Therapy
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Highlights and features
- We are board-certified pediatric dentists with specialized training in child psychology and sedation techniques
- Our practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate, family-centered care
- We emphasize preventive education and personalized treatment plans for each child
- Our state-of-the-art facility features child-friendly amenities and advanced dental technology
- We offer comprehensive care including emergency services and special needs dentistry
What people say
Amazing with children
Immaculately clean office
Patient explanations
Stress-free experience
Child-friendly environment
Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Our board-certified pediatric dentists provide comprehensive oral healthcare for infants through adolescents. We specialize in preventive care, early cavity detection, and treatment tailored to children's developing teeth. Our approach combines advanced dental techniques with child-friendly communication to create positive lifelong dental habits. Services include routine checkups, fluoride treatments, and specialized care for children with special needs.
Orthodontic Evaluations
We offer early orthodontic assessments to identify and address bite issues, crowding, and jaw development concerns. Our in-house orthodontist provides interceptive treatment options for children aged 7-8 when permanent teeth begin erupting. This proactive approach can reduce future treatment complexity and improve long-term dental alignment outcomes through personalized growth monitoring.
Sedation Dentistry
For anxious patients or complex procedures, we offer safe sedation options including nitrous oxide and IV sedation. Our board-certified dental anesthesiologist ensures patient comfort while maintaining strict safety protocols. This service enables comprehensive dental treatment in a single visit for children who might otherwise struggle with conventional dental care.
Preventive Care
Our preventive program includes regular cleanings, fluoride applications, and sealants to protect young smiles. We educate families on proper oral hygiene techniques and dietary habits to prevent decay. With digital radiography and caries risk assessments, we detect potential issues early when they're easiest to treat, promoting lifelong oral health.
Early Infant Oral Care
We provide prenatal oral health counseling and care for infants' first teeth. Our services include teething guidance, cavity prevention strategies, and education on proper feeding practices. We help parents establish healthy oral care routines early to prevent baby bottle tooth decay and promote optimal dental development.
People
Dr. Stephanie Morphis-Onwuegbusi
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Stephanie Morphis-Onwuegbusi specializes in pediatric dentistry with a focus on creating positive dental experiences. She completed her dental education at UCLA and pediatric residency at USC and Children's Hospital LA. As a mother herself, she emphasizes compassionate care and preventive education.
Dr. Tera Van Houten
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Tera Van Houten provides comprehensive pediatric dental care with an emphasis on prevention and education. She earned her dental degree from Loma Linda University and completed her pediatric residency at USC and Children's Hospital Orange County. She also serves as a clinical professor and volunteers internationally.
Dr. Sean Prusky
Board-Eligible Orthodontist
Dr. Sean Prusky specializes in orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults. He completed his orthodontic training at the University of Colorado after earning dental degrees from the University of Toronto. He focuses on creating beautiful, healthy smiles using modern orthodontic techniques.
Dr. Richard Stafford
Board-Certified Dental Anesthesiologist
Dr. Richard Stafford provides safe sedation dentistry for children requiring complex treatment. He completed his anesthesia residency at Loma Linda University after dental school at UCLA and Harvard. He works in private practice and is on staff at Miller Children's Hospital.
Questions
What age should my child first visit a pediatric dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child's first dental visit by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth erupting.
What services do you offer for children with dental anxiety?
We offer nitrous oxide sedation, desensitization visits, and child-friendly techniques to help anxious patients feel comfortable during dental care.
Do you accept my dental insurance?
We are preferred providers for Delta Dental Premier, Assurant Health, Aetna, Sun Life Financial, United Concordia, and Dental Health Alliance, and can file with any PPO insurance.
How do you handle dental emergencies after hours?
Our board-certified dentists provide emergency care guidance and urgent treatment for children experiencing dental trauma or severe oral pain.
What makes pediatric dentists different from general dentists?
Our dentists have 2 additional years of specialized training in child psychology, growth development, and advanced pediatric treatment techniques beyond standard dental education.
