Smiles & Co. Pediatric Dentistry

Smiles & Co. Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized dental practice located in La Grange, Illinois, dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate oral healthcare for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special healthcare needs. The practice is led by Dr. Jessica Mattern (Dr. Jess), a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist with over 15 years of experience working with children. Dr. Jess earned her D.D.S. degree from Creighton School of Dentistry and completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Montefiore Medical Center in New York. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and actively involved in various dental societies and community philanthropy. The core mission of Smiles & Co. Pediatric Dentistry is to foster a lifelong love for dental health by creating positive and stress-free experiences for young patients and their families. Their approach emphasizes prevention, early diagnosis, and conservative treatment. They recommend that children have their first dental visit by their first birthday or with the eruption of their first tooth, establishing a "dental home" early on to build trust and healthy habits. Smiles & Co. offers a wide array of services, including: Preventative Dentistry: Routine checkups, professional cleanings, fluoride applications, dental sealants (using BPA-free material), and space maintainers (spacers) to prevent orthodontic issues. Restorative Dentistry: Tooth-colored fillings, dental crowns, nerve treatments (pulpotomy), extractions, and Silver Diamine Fluoride application for decay management. Sedation Dentistry: A range of options from nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to oral sedation, and in-office deep sedation or general anesthesia, tailored to each child's specific needs to ensure comfortable and gentle care. Special Needs Dentistry: A particular focus on welcoming and accommodating children with special healthcare needs, tailoring dental experiences to their unique requirements with understanding and support. Emergency Care: Prompt assistance for urgent dental situations such as severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, chipped or fractured teeth, and tooth displacement. Advanced Technology: Utilization of digital radiographs for safer imaging and adherence to stringent infection control protocols. They also incorporate modern technologies like 3D printing for custom-fitting mouthguards and retainers, and Solea Laser Care for gentle, anesthesia-free dentistry. Orthodontic Evaluations: Regular assessments of a child's growth and development to determine if orthodontic intervention is needed. The office environment at Smiles & Co. is designed to be modern, bright, and kid-friendly, aiming to make dental visits engaging and fun. Parents are always welcome in the treatment rooms, promoting transparency and allowing for open communication about treatment options. They also offer flexible payment options, accept PPO dental insurance plans, and provide their own membership plans for uninsured patients to ensure accessible and affordable care. Smiles & Co. Pediatric Dentistry prides itself on its compassionate team, commitment to patient education, and dedication to building lasting relationships with families in La Grange and the surrounding Chicagoland areas, including Western Springs, Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Elmhurst, Downers Grove, Brookfield, Oak Brook, Westchester, and Lombard.