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Your Child's Trusted Dental Care in Salt Lake City, UT
At Salt Lake Pediatric Dentistry, we specialize in creating a welcoming environment where children feel safe and excited about dental care. Our board-certified pediatric dentists bring decades of combined experience in treating children of all ages, including those with special needs. We utilize advanced techniques such as laser frenectomies and sedation dentistry to ensure comfort and precision. Our practice emphasizes preventive care, early education, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each child's unique needs.With locations in Salt Lake City, Taylorsville, Holladay, and Cottonwood Heights, we partner with families to build lifelong oral health habits. Our team's commitment to community outreach and collaboration with Primary Children's Hospital reflects our dedication to excellence beyond the clinic walls.
Services
Emergency Pediatric Dentists
Frenectomy
Pediatric Sedation
IV Sedation
Oral Sedation
Preventive Care
Dental Sealants
Fluoride Treatment
Restorative Dentistry
Special Needs Dentistry
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified pediatric specialists with decades of combined experience.
- Our practice provides personalized care tailored to each child's unique needs.
- We utilize advanced laser technology for minimally invasive procedures.
- We offer multiple sedation options to ensure comfortable treatment experiences.
- Our team partners with families to promote lifelong oral health education.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What people say
Great with special needs kids
Staff kept child calm
Explained all procedures clearly
Same-day emergency appointments
Helpful insurance guidance
Services
Emergency Pediatric Dentists
Our board-certified specialists provide immediate treatment for dental trauma, toothaches, and infections. We prioritize rapid intervention to preserve natural teeth and prevent complications. Our child-friendly environment and compassionate team ensure anxious children receive care in a calming atmosphere while maintaining the highest clinical standards.
Laser Frenectomy
This minimally invasive procedure addresses lip or tongue ties using precise laser technology. It improves feeding, speech development, and oral hygiene with reduced discomfort and faster healing. Our dentists assess each case individually to determine optimal treatment timing and technique for infants through adolescents.
Pediatric Sedation
We offer tailored sedation options including oral and IV sedation for anxious patients. Our trained professionals monitor vital signs throughout procedures while maintaining a gentle approach. This ensures children receive necessary treatments comfortably while parents receive clear pre- and post-operative guidance.
Preventive Care
Our preventive program includes biannual exams, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments. We educate families on proper oral hygiene techniques and nutrition to prevent decay. Early intervention strategies help establish lifelong dental habits while monitoring developmental milestones in primary and permanent teeth.
Restorative Dentistry
We treat decayed teeth with composite fillings, crowns, and pulpotomies using child-friendly techniques. Our approach balances durability with aesthetics while preserving natural tooth structure. For extensive cases, we coordinate hospital-based care at Primary Children's Medical Center ensuring comprehensive treatment under general anesthesia when needed.
People
David Gustafson
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with advanced training in dental trauma from Ohio State University. Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and attending dentist at Primary Children's Medical Center. Combines technical expertise with compassionate care for young patients.
Jeffery K. Rupp
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified specialist with master's degree in health professions education. Former faculty member at Primary Children's Hospital with clinical honors from Oregon Health and Science University. Father of nine children, emphasizing family-centered dental care approaches.
Whitney Jensen
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified dentist trained at Creighton University and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. Specializes in cleft lip/palate care and special needs dentistry. Combines advanced techniques with parental education to create comprehensive home care strategies for pediatric patients.
Jed Nordfelt
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified specialist with residency training from Eastman Institute for Oral Health. Completed LEND Fellowship in neurodevelopmental disabilities. Brings diverse clinical experience from Rochester General Hospital to Utah practice, treating each patient as family.
Questions
When should my child have their first dental visit?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends establishing a dental home by age one or six months after the first tooth erupts.
What constitutes a dental emergency?
Toothaches, broken/chipped teeth, dental infections, mouth injuries, or objects stuck in teeth require immediate attention to prevent complications.
Is sedation dentistry safe for children?
Yes, when administered by our trained specialists using weight-based dosing and continuous monitoring. We prioritize conservative approaches while ensuring treatment success.
How do you handle anxious patients?
We employ tell-show-do techniques, positive reinforcement, and sedation options. Our team specializes in creating personalized comfort plans for nervous children.
What preventive care services do you offer?
We provide dental sealants, fluoride treatments, sports mouthguards, and age-appropriate hygiene education to prevent decay and promote lifelong oral health.
