Business Details
Your Child's Healthy Smile Starts Here
At Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional pediatric dental care for over four decades. Our team of board-certified specialists combines advanced training with compassionate care to create positive dental experiences for children of all ages, including those with special needs. With expertise in orthodontics, hospital dentistry, preventive care, and restorative treatments, we prioritize long-term oral health while making visits comfortable and engaging for young patients.Our doctors maintain privileges at Connecticut Children's Medical Center and stay current with evolving techniques to deliver safe, effective treatments tailored to each child's unique requirements. Through personalized guidance and education, we empower families to maintain optimal dental hygiene between visits, ensuring smiles remain healthy throughout childhood and beyond.
Services
Orthodontics
Hospital Dentistry
Preventive Care
Restorative Dentistry
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Special Needs Dentistry
Dental Fillings
Dental Crowns
Fluoride Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified pediatric specialists with hospital affiliations
- Our team provides comprehensive care from first tooth to adolescence
- We specialize in treating anxious children and patients with special needs
- Our doctors maintain advanced training in orthodontics and sedation techniques
- We've served Manchester families with preventive dental education for 40+ years
What people say
Loved the caring team
Excellent with children
Positive experiences
Highly skilled doctors
Services
Orthodontics
Our orthodontic specialists provide comprehensive treatment for correcting tooth alignment and jaw development issues. With early intervention options and modern braces technology, we help children achieve proper bite function and confident smiles. The service combines growth monitoring with phased treatment plans to address orthodontic needs at optimal developmental stages.
Hospital Dentistry
We offer hospital-based dental care for children requiring general anesthesia. This service addresses severe dental anxiety, developmental disabilities, or complex treatment needs in a controlled medical environment. Our board-certified pediatric dentists collaborate with pediatric anesthesiologists to ensure safe, comprehensive care for patients who cannot tolerate traditional dental procedures.
Preventive Care
Our preventive care program focuses on early intervention and education to maintain optimal oral health. Services include dental sealants, fluoride treatments, and age-specific hygiene instruction. We emphasize establishing positive dental habits through regular checkups starting from a child's first tooth eruption to prevent future dental issues.
Restorative Dentistry
We provide tooth-colored fillings and pediatric crowns to restore decayed or damaged teeth. Using local anesthesia and child-friendly techniques, our dentists preserve dental function while minimizing discomfort. The service includes post-treatment care guidance to maintain restored teeth until natural exfoliation occurs.
Special Needs Dentistry
Our specialists deliver customized dental care for children with physical, medical, or developmental conditions. The service includes modified treatment approaches, sensory-friendly environments, and caregiver collaboration to address unique oral health challenges. We provide home care strategies tailored to each patient's specific accessibility and tolerance requirements.
People
Dr. Sharon Soria
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with training from University of Connecticut and Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Specializes in hospital dentistry and children's oral health development.
Dr. Pradeepa Padmanabhan
Pediatric Dentist
Graduated from Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College, completed U.S. general dentistry residency, and pediatric specialty training at Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Focuses on comprehensive pediatric care.
Dr. Dante Paolino
Pediatric Dentist
Triple graduate of University of Connecticut with pediatric dentistry certification. Experienced in treating immunocompromised patients and providing international dental outreach in Ecuador.
Dr. Jason Raney
Orthodontist
Board-certified orthodontist with 15+ years of experience. Completed specialty training at Nova Southeastern University and maintains ongoing education in advanced orthodontic techniques for pediatric patients.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for infants, children, and adolescents through high school graduation, providing age-appropriate dental care from first tooth to teenage years.
Do you treat special needs children?
Yes, our pediatric specialists have advanced training in adaptive care techniques and offer customized treatment plans for children with physical, medical, or developmental conditions.
When should orthodontic treatment start?
We recommend initial orthodontic evaluation around age 7 to monitor development and determine optimal timing for interventions like braces or growth guidance.
What if my child is fearful?
We offer nitrous oxide sedation and behavior management techniques. For severe anxiety, we provide hospital dentistry options with general anesthesia in a medical setting.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
Contact our office during business hours for urgent pediatric dental issues. We prioritize same-day evaluation for trauma or severe pain cases.
