Pediatric Service
If your child needs a little extra support to feel comfortable, our Alameda team is ready with the right option for them, cared for by an anesthesiologist who's part of our own team. Request an appointment today.
Why Sedation Dentistry Matters
If your child needs a little extra help to get through a procedure comfortably, you're not alone, and we're ready. We offer a full range of comfort options, from laughing gas to hospital-based general anesthesia, so your child receives exactly the care they need, matched to their age, their comfort level, and the procedure ahead.
Every comfort option we offer, from laughing gas to general anesthesia, is supported by an anesthesiologist who's part of our own team. Your child is cared for by people who already know them, with the same standard of monitoring and safety at every level.
For children who need more complex care, our doctors hold hospital privileges at Kaiser Oakland and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. Even in a hospital setting, your child is cared for by the same team you already trust.
We always start with the gentlest option that will keep your child safe and comfortable. Your child's plan is built around what they specifically need, never a default we reach for first.
We consider your child's age, comfort level, the procedure itself, and their health history, and we walk you through our thinking every step of the way. You'll always understand why we're recommending a particular option, not just what it involves.
Financial Information
We'll help you make sense of your insurance benefits so there are no surprises. Because every plan is different, we encourage families to check with their provider ahead of time. Your estimated patient portion is due at the time of service.
It's a fair question to ask, and we want you to feel confident in the answer. Our team has specialized training specifically in caring for children under sedation and general anesthesia, and your child is monitored continuously throughout. We treat every option, from laughing gas to a hospital-based procedure, as the significant clinical decision it is.
Gentle Inhaled Gas
A gentle, well-tolerated option that helps your child relax during treatment. It works quickly and wears off just as fast, so your child feels like themselves again shortly after their appointment.
Gas & Medication
Your child takes a mild sedative (“relaxing juice”) by mouth before treatment that leaves them relaxed and drowsy, while still awake and able to respond. It's a comfortable option for children who need a bit more support than laughing gas alone.
Gas + Medication + IV
For more involved procedures, your child rests comfortably asleep under the care of our on-site anesthesiologist, right here in our office.
For children with more complex needs, we provide general anesthesia at Kaiser Oakland or UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, with your child cared for by the same doctors you already know.
Every option follows the same caring process, so you and your child always know what's coming next.
We'll get to know your child's needs and history, and recommend the option that fits their comfort level and procedure.
We'll give you clear instructions ahead of time, including anything about eating or drinking beforehand, so you both feel ready on the day.
Your child is monitored closely throughout treatment, following the plan we built together.
We'll walk you through what to expect afterward, including recovery time and any care that's specific to your child's option.
Why Alameda Pediatric Dentistry
One of the Bay Area's longest-serving pediatric dental practices, with families now bringing in their own kids.
The Bay Area's only office pairing on-site wisdom teeth extractions with orthodontics and a fully equipped sedation center, all under one roof.
Credentialed at UCSF Benioff and Kaiser Oakland. When your child needs hospital-based care, you won't be handed off to someone new.
No insurance? Our plan covers cleanings, exams, and routine X-rays, plus 20% off other procedures. No deductibles or waiting periods.
Plans start at $30/month
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First visit for your baby or orthodontics for your teenager, we're ready. Request an appointment at any of our four Bay Area locations.
