Pediatric Dentists in Houston
143 NPI-verified pediatric dentistry practices in Houston, TX — avg rating 4.9
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Verified practices
4.9★
Avg Rating (1 rated)
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What Pediatric Dentistry means for Houston 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 Houston, 143 verified pediatric dentistry practices serve the community, and 4 publish accepted-insurance information. The average patient rating across the one rated practice is 4.9 out of 5. Across the Houston 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 Houston
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 Houston
Vibe Analysis across 13 dimensions, predicted from verified practice signals (NPI data, specialties, services, Google ratings, hours), not from patient review text.
Based on 18 of the 20 Houston pediatric dentistry practices compared on this page.
Verified Pediatric Dentistry practices
Showing 20 of 143When 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.