Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Child's Trusted Dental Care Partner in the Bay Area
Alameda Pediatric Dentistry has been dedicated to creating a strong foundation of oral health for children since 1971. Our mission is to make kids smile by providing unparalleled service, education, and integrated oral health care across the Bay Area. With over 50 years of experience, we serve families in Alameda, Oakland, Pleasanton, and Brentwood through four custom-designed locations. Our team of board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontists offers comprehensive care, including preventive dentistry, sedation services, and specialized treatments for children with special needs. We prioritize minimally invasive techniques, advanced technology like digital X-rays and laser dentistry, and a family-friendly environment to ensure comfortable, stress-free visits. Our doctors bring decades of expertise, with some having trained at prestigious institutions like NYU College of Dentistry and Stanford University.We invest in ongoing education for our team to maintain industry-leading standards while preserving the small-town values that defined our practice's origins. As the only Bay Area pediatric dental office with on-site orthodontics and a fully equipped sedation center, we provide seamless, collaborative care that reduces the need for multiple appointments. Our commitment to the community is reflected in long-term employees, including staff who have served for over 30 years and former patients who now practice here. We believe in fostering lifelong healthy smiles through personalized attention, early intervention, and a focus on patient comfort.
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Orthodontics
Sedation Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Laser Dentistry
Preventive Care
Special Needs Dentistry
Dental Sealants
Space Maintainers
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of pediatric dental expertise in the Bay Area
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics
- We provide comprehensive care with on-site orthodontics and sedation dentistry
- Our doctors have trained at institutions like NYU College of Dentistry and Stanford
- We maintain a child-friendly environment with advanced technology like Solea laser
What people say
Great place and great personnel
No stress at all
Energetic and positive
Very attentive and respectful
Zero stress experience
Services
Pediatric Dental Care
Our comprehensive pediatric dental care focuses on prevention and education to maintain optimal oral health. We provide regular check-ups, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants while offering personalized guidance on brushing techniques and dietary recommendations. Our approach emphasizes minimally invasive dentistry using air abrasion, laser technology, and re-mineralizing agents to preserve natural tooth structure. We treat common issues like cavities and fractures using tooth-colored composites and stainless steel crowns while ensuring comfort through kid-friendly techniques.
Orthodontics
We offer early orthodontic evaluation starting at age seven to address maxillofacial growth concerns. Our services include traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and Invisalign clear aligners using 3D imaging technology. We provide fixed and removable appliances like rapid palatal expanders along with retainers and sports mouthguards. Our in-house orthodontists collaborate with pediatric dentists to create comprehensive treatment plans that may include space maintainers or habit appliances for optimal dental development.
Sedation Dentistry
Our sedation dentistry services ensure comfortable treatment experiences for children through multiple options. We offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation for drowsy patients, and general anesthesia administered both in-office and at hospital facilities. Our team has specialized training in managing children under sedation, particularly beneficial for patients with special needs or extensive treatment requirements. This approach helps maintain a stress-free environment while ensuring safe and effective dental care delivery.
Oral Surgery
We provide specialized oral surgery services including wisdom teeth extractions, baby teeth removal, and supernumerary tooth extractions. Our team performs expose-and-bond procedures for impacted canines, oral biopsies, and orthodontic extractions to create proper spacing. Led by experienced oral surgeon Dr. Reed Rayher, we utilize advanced technology like digital X-rays and laser dentistry for precision treatments. All procedures prioritize patient comfort through appropriate sedation options and gentle techniques.
Laser Dentistry
Our Solea CO2 laser dentistry offers minimally invasive treatment options for both hard and soft tissue procedures. This technology enables virtually painless cavity preparation without drilling, soft tissue procedures with minimal bleeding, and treatment of oral lesions with faster healing. The laser's precision eliminates the need for local anesthesia in many cases while reducing noise and vibration that can cause anxiety. We use this advanced technology for sealant application, frenectomies, and treatment of cold sores.
People
Dr. Sharine V. Thenard
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Thenard, a lifelong Alameda resident, brings personal community connection to her pediatric dental practice. She focuses on creating positive dental experiences while maintaining the same attentive care she received as a child patient here.
Dr. MyLinh Ngo
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Ngo specializes in helping children achieve good oral health through patient education and gentle care. She joined APD in 2008, bringing expertise in pediatric dentistry and a commitment to family-centered treatment approaches.
Dr. Michael Wahl
Pediatric Dentist
With experience from NYU College of Dentistry and residency training, Dr. Wahl focuses on creating comfortable environments for patients. He has participated in international dental mission trips and maintains active membership in professional pediatric dental associations.
Dr. Maral Mobasher
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Mobasher specializes in infant and children's oral care with a focus on building trust through compassionate treatment. She has received recognition for excellence in patient care and community service within pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Claire Marcel
Orthodontist
Dr. Marcel brings over 35 years of orthodontic experience to APD, previously operating Marcel Orthodontics in the Tri-Valley area. She graduated from UC Berkeley and specializes in creating comprehensive treatment plans for children's dental alignment needs.
Questions
What ages do you treat at Alameda Pediatric Dentistry?
We specialize in dental care for infants, children, teens, and young adults up to age 21, with specialized approaches tailored to each developmental stage.
Do you handle dental emergencies for children?
Yes, we have on-call availability for dental emergencies and provide urgent care services for children experiencing dental trauma or severe oral pain.
What sedation options are available for pediatric patients?
We offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia options tailored to each child's needs and treatment requirements.
Do you accept dental insurance plans?
We work with most major dental insurance providers and can help families understand their coverage for pediatric dental treatments.
Are your dentists board-certified specialists?
Yes, our pediatric dentists hold board certification from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, with additional specialists in orthodontics and oral surgery.
What makes your practice different from general dentists?
We're the only Bay Area pediatric practice with on-site orthodontics and sedation center, offering specialized equipment and child-focused care environments.
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