Hamilton County Pediatric Dentistry

Hamilton County Pediatric dentistry (HCPD) is a well-established pediatric dental clinic located in Carmel, Indiana. The practice is dedicated to delivering high-quality, kid-friendly dental care to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents, serving patients from around 12 months of age up to 22 years old. The clinic is known for its child-centric approach, aiming to make dental visits enjoyable and comfortable. They employ a "Tell-Show-Do" technique, allowing children to interact with tools and understand procedures, along with positive reinforcement and fun distractions. The office environment is designed to be bright, clean, and inviting, with amenities aimed at putting both children and parents at ease. Dr. Laura Juntgen leads the team at Hamilton County Pediatric Dentistry. She has extensive training in treating dental and medical conditions unique to developing children, and the clinic also specializes in providing safe and stress-free experiences for children with special needs and disabilities, adapting care to their individual requirements. Services offered at Hamilton County Pediatric Dentistry are comprehensive and include: Preventive Care: Regular exams, teeth cleaning and hygiene, fluoride treatments, and sealants. Restorative Treatment: Pulp therapy, fillings, atraumatic restorative techniques, crowns, and silver diamine fluoride. Emergency Pediatric Dental Care: 24/7 phone consultations, same-day appointments, and after-hours care for current patients. Surgical Procedures: Tooth extractions, space maintenance, frenectomy, and biopsy. Sedation Services: A range of options including Nitrous Oxide ("Laughing Gas"), liquid oral sedation, general anesthesia, and IV sedation to help anxious or special needs patients feel comfortable. Hamilton County Pediatric Dentistry prioritizes patient and parent experience. They offer online patient forms to streamline visits, have an enhanced mobile-friendly website, and provide educational resources through their blog. While they are an in-network provider for Delta Dental, they also work with other insurance groups, with families responsible for out-of-network costs. Beyond clinical care, HCPD is committed to community outreach. Since 2014, they have participated in the American Dental Association's "Give Kids A Smile" program, providing free preventative screenings and restorative treatments to underserved children. They also collaborate with Westfield's Heart and Soul Clinic and offer free oral health education at various community events and schools. The clinic emphasizes a team of staff who are often mothers themselves, understanding the needs and concerns of families.