Pediatric Dentists in Chapel Hill
29 NPI-verified pediatric dentistry practices in Chapel Hill, NC
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Verified practices
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What Pediatric Dentistry means for Chapel Hill residents
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. They complete 2–3 years of additional training focused on children's oral health from infancy through adolescence, including patients with special healthcare needs. Their offices are designed to be child-friendly, and they're trained in behavior management techniques that help anxious kids feel comfortable.
In Chapel Hill, 29 verified pediatric dentistry practices serve the community, and 3 publish accepted-insurance information. Across the Chapel Hill pediatric dentistry practices compared on this page, the strongest predicted dimension is kid-friendly, based on verified signals.
Common Pediatric Dentistry procedures
Infant oral health exams
Early risk assessment for cavities, guidance on teething, fluoride needs, and oral habits
Preventive cleanings & fluoride
Gentle cleanings, fluoride varnish applications, and cavity-prevention strategies
Dental sealants
Protective coatings on back teeth to prevent cavities — especially effective for newly erupted permanent molars
Cavity fillings
Tooth-colored composite fillings sized for baby teeth and young permanent teeth
Habit counseling
Guidance on thumb-sucking, pacifier use, and tongue thrusting that can affect dental development
Space maintainers
Appliances that hold space when a baby tooth is lost early, preventing future crowding
What to expect: Pediatric Dentistry costs in Chapel Hill
Nationally, pediatric dentistry services range from $80–$200 per exam & cleaning. Sealants: $30–$60 per tooth. Fillings: $100–$300. Most plans cover preventive care at 100%.
The vibe of pediatric dentistry care in Chapel Hill
Vibe Analysis across 13 dimensions, predicted from verified practice signals (NPI data, specialties, services, Google ratings, hours), not from patient review text.
Based on 5 of the 20 Chapel Hill pediatric dentistry practices compared on this page.
Verified Pediatric Dentistry practices
Showing 20 of 29Alexandra Boudreau and Kevin Ricker
79 Falling Springs Dr. Suite 120
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
(919) 391-3813
Franklin Street Pediatric Dentistry
1504 E Franklin Street Suite 101
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 967-2773
Kimon Divaris, D.D.S., Ph.d.
UNC SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY DEPT OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
(919) 537-3556
Lorne David Koroluk, DDS, Msd, Ms, Frcd(c
101 BRAUER HALL CB # 7450
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
(919) 966-1221
Lara Heimisdottir, DDS
385 S Columbia St University Of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
(919) 537-3737
When should you see a pediatric dentistry?
See a pediatric dentist for all children from their first tooth through adolescence — especially if your child has dental anxiety, special healthcare needs, or developmental concerns. Pediatric dentists are also best equipped to handle dental emergencies in children, including knocked-out teeth and mouth injuries.