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Your Trusted Pediatric Dentist in Madison, WI
At Madison Pediatric Dental, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where children and adolescents develop lifelong positive dental habits. Our team of highly trained professionals specializes in pediatric dentistry and orthodontic care, prioritizing preventative treatment to ensure long-term oral health. With a focus on early detection and education, we guide families through proper dental care, diet, and hygiene practices.Our practice combines advanced technology with compassionate care, offering services ranging from routine checkups to complex orthodontic treatments. We serve patients across Wisconsin, emphasizing accessibility through flexible scheduling and insurance support. Our commitment to community outreach and continuing education underscores our mission to improve children's dental health statewide.
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Orthodontic Treatment
Sedation Dentistry
Infant Dental Program
Adolescent Dentistry
Highlights and features
- We provide board-certified pediatric dental specialists with over 40 years of combined experience.
- Our practice emphasizes preventative care and early intervention to reduce long-term dental issues.
- We offer sedation dentistry options for anxious or special needs patients.
- Our team includes orthodontic specialists trained at Harvard University and Children's Hospital.
- We maintain partnerships with local schools and community health programs for accessible care.
What people say
Positive experience
Kind and patient
Caring staff
Excellent over five stars
Restores dental faith
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Our pediatric dental services focus on preventative care for infants through teenagers. We provide routine checkups, fluoride treatments, and sealants to maintain optimal oral health. Our team educates families on proper brushing techniques and dietary habits to prevent decay.
Orthodontic Treatment
We offer comprehensive orthodontic solutions including traditional braces and clear aligners for children and adolescents. Treatment plans address bite alignment, spacing issues, and jaw development to improve both function and aesthetics.
Sedation Dentistry
Our sedation options include nitrous oxide and oral sedatives for patients with dental anxiety. For complex cases, we provide hospital-based general anesthesia administered by certified anesthesiologists to ensure safe, comfortable treatment.
Infant Dental Program
This program educates parents on infant oral care, teething management, and cavity prevention. We assess risk factors like diet and bacterial transmission to establish protective measures from the first tooth eruption.
Adolescent Dentistry
Our adolescent services address unique challenges like orthodontic needs and decay prevention during teenage years. We provide education on maintaining oral hygiene with braces and managing sports-related dental injuries.
People
Dr. Grace Wenham
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with 10+ years of experience. Completed specialty training at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. Active member of American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and volunteer dentist for More Smiles Wisconsin.
Dr. Beth Blair
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified specialist with honors from Marquette University. Completed mission work in Guatemala. Focuses on positive dental experiences for children and community outreach through United Way.
Dr. Nika Lustgarten
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified dentist with public health experience. Trained at Oregon Health & Science University. Volunteer provider for cleft lip/palate patients and advocate for underserved communities.
Dr. Thomas Wenham
Orthodontist
Harvard-trained orthodontist with master's degree in orthodontics. Member of American Association of Orthodontists. Specializes in comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children and adolescents.
Dr. Neema Jahdi
General Dentist
Dental mission trip participant with experience in underserved communities. Completed hospital residency and advanced general dentistry certificate. Focuses on compassionate care for all patients.
Questions
When should my child's first dental visit occur?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends visiting by age one or within six months after the first tooth erupts.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
We provide same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental issues like trauma or severe pain.
What orthodontic options are available?
We offer traditional braces, clear aligners, and interceptive orthodontics tailored to each patient's developmental needs.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with most major insurance providers and assist with maximizing benefits through direct claims submission.
How can parents prevent tooth decay?
Our team provides personalized guidance on brushing techniques, diet modification, and fluoride use to prevent decay at home.
Are dental X-rays safe for children?
We use digital radiography with minimal radiation exposure and follow AAPD guidelines for necessary imaging based on individual risk factors.
