Bainbridge Kids Dentistry

Bainbridge Kids Dentistry is a dedicated pediatric dental clinic located at 360 Tormey Ln NE Suite 198, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110. The clinic is specifically designed to provide comprehensive dental care for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special healthcare needs. The practice is led by Dr. Kaitlin Neste, a highly qualified pediatric dentist who has undergone extensive specialized training beyond general dental school, focusing on the unique dental and behavioral needs of children. The philosophy of Bainbridge Kids Dentistry revolves around creating a positive, comfortable, and fun environment to help children develop a lifelong positive attitude towards dental care. They prioritize prevention through patient and parent education, aiming for a future where children enjoy cavity-free smiles. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and features amenities such as TVs above each dental chair, games in the waiting area, and prizes at the end of each visit to ensure an enjoyable and productive experience for young patients and their families. Services offered include, but are not limited to: Preventive Oral Hygiene Instruction: Emphasizing proper brushing, flossing, dietary habits, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. Restorative Dentistry: Including fillings, crowns, root canal therapy, extractions, and silver diamine fluoride (SDF). Sedation Dentistry: Offering nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia (both in-office and at the hospital) to ensure comfortable visits for anxious or very young patients. Frenectomies: Utilizing soft tissue lasers for the release of tongue-ties and lip-ties to address issues like breastfeeding difficulties, speech problems, and dental decay. Emergency Treatment: Prompt and compassionate care for urgent dental needs. Early Orthodontic Treatment: Monitoring jaw development and growth. The team at Bainbridge Kids Dentistry is committed to treating each child as their own, ensuring the highest level of safety and care. They encourage early dental visits, ideally by a child's first birthday, to establish a "dental home" and begin guiding parents on proper oral care from an early age. They strive for open communication with parents, discussing all treatment options and answering any questions to ensure a tailored approach that fits both the child's needs and the family's budget.