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Pediatric Dentistry in Pleasant Prairie
— Gentle dental care for kids of all ages
At Old Oaks Dental, we make every child’s dental visit a positive, comfortable experience—from their first tooth through their teenage years. Our friendly team enjoys caring for young patients and creates a warm, welcoming environment that helps children feel safe, relaxed, and confident about dental care.

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Pediatric Plans Accepted

Ages 1–17

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Why children's dental care matters from day one

Establishing early dental checkups matters immensely. Early childhood visits help block tracking abnormalities, reveal skeletal spacing conditions, and protect emerging enamel. Our team focuses heavily on reassuring anxious parents and removing dental fear entirely.

By implementing proactive "tell-show-do" behavioral methodologies, children discover our clinical spaces at their own pace, transforming dental maintenance into a predictable, fun, and non-threatening lifestyle milestone.

Quick Pediatric Facts

First Recommended Visit: By age 1 or within 6 months of first tooth

Routine Checkup Cycle: Every 6 months
Anxiety Support: Safe sedation options available
Insurance Standard: Most plans fully include pediatric care

Our Pediatric Services Portfolio

Gentle, age-appropriate treatments structured specifically to protect growing teeth and encourage life-long oral wellness habits.
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Child's first dental visit

A non-invasive introduction walkthrough including light polish, dental developmental check, and specialized preparation instructions for parents.

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Pediatric cleanings & exams

Gentle scaling checkups, professional plaque removal, protective fluoride paint applications, and safe, age-appropriate low-dose digital imaging.

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Protective dental sealants

Thin plastic coating matrices smoothed directly into the deep grooves of permanent back molars to seal out decay-causing food structures.

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Fluoride treatments

Professional, highly concentrated topical fluoride application to re-mineralize micro-decay zones and safely harden young enamel shells.

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Child-friendly cavity treatment

Gentle cavity removal and color-matched composite fillings for primary or permanent teeth managed via ultra-calm technical phrasing.

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Space maintainers

Custom dental appliances designed to keep correct spacing tracks secure for incoming secondary adult teeth if primary baby teeth are lost early.

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Pediatric sedation dentistry

Safe, strictly monitored nitrous oxide gas or gentle oral sedation parameters to protect highly anxious or very young children from distress.

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Early orthodontic evaluation

Interceptive Phase 1 structural skeletal assessment around age 7, aligning perfectly with standard American Association of Orthodontists rules.

Why Pleasant Prairie Families Bring Their Kids to Old Oaks Dental

Genuinely fun, kid-friendly environment

Our office architecture intentionally lowers environment anxiety from the waiting room straight through to our operatory rooms, keeping tracking sequences stress-free.

Gentle "tell-show-do" patient approach

We never rush a growing child. Our hygienists demonstrate tools on specialized puppets first, removing mystery objects completely before care begins.

Extensive experience with anxious children

We provide multiple pediatric dental sedation solutions. Our staff has successfully guided hundreds of hyper-sensitive or nervous pediatric guests through positive visits.

Real Patient Feedback

True transformation stories highlighting our compassionate, relation-first hygiene protocols.
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Lois Richter
Lois Richter4 weeks ago
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The staff at Crystal River Dental is very professional, friendly & efficient. I am so…

Dale Hazard
Dale Hazard6 months ago
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Even being late everyone was pleasant

Steve and Linda
Steve and Linda5 months ago
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They have always done a great job with my regular teeth cleaning. got same day…

Darrell Bartel
Darrell Bartel3 months ago
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Amazing Dental Care. From the Receptionist, throughout the whole process, Everyone makes you feel special….

Nate Kahler
Nate Kahler2 months ago
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First visit to Crystal River Dental. The staff was very accommodating and helpful.

Avilomah Ridge
Avilomah Ridge6 months ago
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I had dental phobia, but everyone here is so kind, patient and understanding. Dentist does…

Mark wheaton
Mark wheaton5 months ago
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Great attention to detail.

Julie Johannes
Julie Johannes4 months ago
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Met Hygienist Angela today for the first time. She was extremely thoughtful, thorough and educational….

Brenda Sedlar
Brenda Sedlar4 months ago
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Everyone there is friendly. The office is spotless and the hygenists are very thorough. Office…

Sharrey Kalbus
Sharrey Kalbus3 months ago
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Very professional and friendly.

Ruth Hanson
Ruth Hanson2 months ago
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Very thorough exam and nice people!

Paul Hanneman
Paul Hanneman4 weeks ago
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I appreciate their honest work and explanation of what is going on when I get…

Cindy Roberts
Cindy Roberts5 months ago
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All of the staff are so very friendly. They always get to me on time….

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All-Time Greatest Music3 months ago
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The young lady that cleaned my teeth was very thorough and had a very pleasant…

Alyssa Schauer
Alyssa Schauer4 months ago
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Dr. B was thorough and I am glad that my son had his chipped tooth…

Heather Meyer
Heather Meyer4 months ago
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This dentist made me feel BEYOND comfortable! I have never had a dentist so forward,…

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martine mancini4 months ago
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Service was on time and very friendly.

John Charleston
John Charleston5 months ago
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Professional and sensitive to patients needs.

David Golke
David Golke4 months ago
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I've been with crystal river for about a year now and they have been nothing…

Joel Altenburg
Joel Altenburg6 months ago
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I found a diamond of a dentist office in Waupaca, WI . From the reception…

Becca Lewis-Clifton
Becca Lewis-Clifton1 month ago
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After starting in 2022, at CRD, I was happy the practice finally settled down with…

Gator G
Gator G4 months ago
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Great and helpful always listens to my concerns

Gary Prochnow
Gary Prochnow3 months ago
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I had work done in both Waupaca and Wausau locations over the past year. Doctors…

Timothy Hein
Timothy Hein3 weeks ago
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Crystal River Dental is a top notch practice from top to bottom. Highly competent and…

Karin Nieubuurt
Karin Nieubuurt6 months ago
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Staff is always upbeat and friendly.

Pauline Suhs
Pauline Suhs5 months ago
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Very kind and efficient. Friendly staff.

Nancy Anderson
Nancy Anderson6 months ago
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Very happy with the crown Color was perfect and so was the fit.Thank you!

Lisa Kasner
Lisa Kasner6 months ago
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Crystal River Dental is a very professional and caring establishment. The atmosphere is relaxing. I…

Gwynn Schroeder
Gwynn Schroeder4 weeks ago
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The appointment was right on time. My cleaning was great without discomfort. Dr. did a…

Bonita Erdmann
Bonita Erdmann4 months ago
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I was very pleased with the staff and Dr. Matte. Thank you.

Jim Tomasko
Jim Tomasko5 months ago
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Everyone is very polite and helpful. I had to make a last minute appointment because…

Michael Messing
Michael Messing4 weeks ago
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The new dentist was very friendly and good and the hygienist was great.

Stacy
Stacy3 months ago
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All employees are very nice and listen to ymy issues and explain what needs to…

Vicki Sommers
Vicki Sommers5 months ago
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Very friendly and efficient, best dentist I've ever had. Due to exposed roots teeth are…

Denny Schroeder
Denny Schroeder5 months ago
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Always a pleasant experience Thank you

Kathy Wagner
Kathy Wagner4 months ago
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Everything they did was pain free. Thank you

Ben Schroeder
Ben Schroeder6 months ago
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Great customer service and friendly staff! Outstanding dentist!

Lynn Anderson
Lynn Anderson6 months ago
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I highly recommend Crystal River Dental. Everyone there is professional and kind. I have been…

MJB
MJB2 months ago
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Good experience! Dr.Saad, assistant Lisa, and hygienist Angela have all been very professional and helpful….

Linda Kubczak
Linda Kubczak3 months ago
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Very sad to see Doctor Lap Nguyen had left sure enjoyed going to have him…

Cindy Buenning
Cindy Buenning5 months ago
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As a first time patient, I was very happy with the hygienist and the dentist.

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Bpontzloff Bigboyss3 months ago
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Very friendly and professional staff.They are honest and do a great job.

LRSchuelke
LRSchuelke1 month ago
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Dentist, associates, & all office staff are absolutely awesome. They don’t treat their patients as…

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dirk williams4 weeks ago
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I had my first visit. I had to miss my first appointment….The staff was very…

Josh Jahnke
Josh Jahnke6 months ago
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Doc was great. Got one tooth pulled didn't feel a thing. Doc was very informative…

Nancy Anderson
Nancy Anderson4 months ago
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I had a wonderful experience. The dental hygienist was very nice and was also encouraging…

Cindy Cate
Cindy Cate2 months ago
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I thought she is very kind and gentle! Gave me good advice for future care!

Kay Konen
Kay Konen2 months ago
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Hygienist was great,and Dr.'s explanation of teeth matters explained throughly.

Marcia Lieske
Marcia Lieske4 months ago
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Great experience! Very thorough, friendly & gentle. They provide detailed explanations of procedures and upfront…

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doc finn2 months ago
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I'm very pleased with the service and the professionalism at Crystal River dental. I felt…

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Timothy Lemerand5 months ago
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CRD stands behind its work and products Rarely do you see a company that has…

Chuck Wieland
Chuck Wieland1 month ago
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Tina was excellent in what she was doing with my teeth. Was able to get…

Patrick Kelly
Patrick Kelly5 months ago
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They are very friendly an efficient

Christal Berg
Christal Berg6 months ago
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I feel very comfortable there

Lynn Eberly
Lynn Eberly5 months ago
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I had my bottom teeth removed. I had no bruising, swelling or any pain, just…

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b c (BC)1 month ago
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Very through and honest dentist. Sugested but did not try 2 push expensive improvements.

Karen Galske
Karen Galske5 months ago
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Dr. Lap Nguyen was the dentist I saw today, and I was very impressed. I…

Tracy Karabelas
Tracy Karabelas1 month ago
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Love this place & the Dentist! They are efficient, friendly and realistic! They work with…

Stephen L Manske
Stephen L Manske4 months ago
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I've been really impressed with the service and the quality of work. This visit provides…

Kathy Baker
Kathy Baker6 months ago
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Hygienist, Angela, very thorough, does an excellent job explaining teeth and toothbrush issues. Reminding me…

Sherry Werner
Sherry Werner3 months ago
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She was awesome. She was concerned and listened to me

Christopher Gudex
Christopher Gudex2 months ago
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Very professional and thorough.

Edward McCardell
Edward McCardell6 months ago
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Crystal River Dental does a fantastic job. Hygienist Angela is very thorough and takes the…

Russell Delgado
Russell Delgado6 months ago
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A very good dentist and very nice and friendly

Randy Thern
Randy Thern1 month ago
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The cleaning was done in a relatively painless way. The exam was thorough and I…

Mark Forseth
Mark Forseth6 months ago
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Excellent care in a friendly and professional manner.

Marilyn Lange
Marilyn Lange6 months ago
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Dr. Nguyen and staff are great. I'm very happy with the excellent care and the…

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bonnie banaszak2 months ago
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Thank you for getting me in today you made my day.

Barbara
Barbara5 months ago
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I always feel very cared about. 😊 I am cared about as a person compassionately…

Emilie Eppensteiner
Emilie Eppensteiner2 months ago
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I chatted with hygienist and dentist. Both were nice and knowledgeable. I had a filling…

Sherry Nushart
Sherry Nushart6 months ago
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My Hygienist, Angela, was very friendly and thorough. She has nice conversation and lets me…

Del Volpel
Del Volpel6 months ago
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Outstanding care. Professional and compassionate.

Anthony Brzozowski
Anthony Brzozowski2 months ago
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Had a crown done today, always professional and painless work done by the dentist here…

Beth Ann Zellmer
Beth Ann Zellmer2 months ago
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Today, I had a cleaning of my teeth at Crystal Dental. The service I received…

Deb Ostrander
Deb Ostrander5 months ago
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Jan, their dental hygienist did a fabulous job cleaning my teeth. Very knowledgeable and thorough.

Janet Kitzrow
Janet Kitzrow5 months ago
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I had an exam with Dr Nguyen, that was very thorough. I appreciate his comprehensive…

Linda Mueller
Linda Mueller6 months ago
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Every time I’m here the entire staff is friendly, helpful, kind and on top of…

Aaron Mueller
Aaron Mueller2 months ago
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Very pleased! As an itinerant substitute dentist she did a fantastic and thorough job.

Tonette Decker
Tonette Decker5 months ago
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I like Dr. Nyugen my dentist here at Dental Crystal River – Waupaca very professional…

Jan Niemuth
Jan Niemuth3 weeks ago
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Routine 6 mo cleaning and exam today. Punctuality is appreciated. Comfortable, painless procedures done in…

Jeanine Kes Bode
Jeanine Kes Bode6 months ago
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Always on time. Always very friendly.

Patricia steinbarth
Patricia steinbarth3 months ago
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Very competent and friendly people. Angela did a great job cleaning my teeth.

Linda Hughes
Linda Hughes6 months ago
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The receptionists, the hygienist, Nicole and Dr. Nguyen were all very communicative, professional, efficient and…

Marlene Germundson
Marlene Germundson5 months ago
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The assistants and the doctor are very nice and explains things very well.

Cliff
Cliff5 months ago
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Glad to be here: good listeners, good attention to detail, and hospitable. All make you…

Chad
Chad5 months ago
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It was a great experience, they were very unstanding and very kind.

Cara Frias
Cara Frias6 months ago
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Friendly, professional, took the time to answer my questions.

Anna Gallegos-Hunt
Anna Gallegos-Hunt3 months ago
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Dr Nguyen is a very knowledgeable and caring person..he explains options and the why of…

Rodney Frankovis
Rodney Frankovis4 months ago
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Very good. On time and thorough.

Dorene Knolle
Dorene Knolle2 months ago
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Every was nice and helpful.

Joyce Greenholdt
Joyce Greenholdt5 months ago
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Dr. Nguyen and all the staff have been friendly, helpful, very skilled, and very good…

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Darrell Bartel (Flatlineyourbird)3 months ago
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Amazing from when you first walk in the door until you leave. Everyone treats you…

Brittany Durrant
Brittany Durrant3 months ago
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Great experience! Made me feel very comfortable and wanted to make sure I was okay…

Mary Lindenmeyer
Mary Lindenmeyer4 weeks ago
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You really care about your clients!!! More than the one I had after40 plus years…

Debby Dear
Debby Dear3 months ago
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I couldn’t be happier with Crystal River Dental. Everyone from the front desk to the…

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desiree lucena2 months ago
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A perfect place with super-professional people who provide excellent service. I was extremely satisfied with…

Christine Galyardt
Christine Galyardt4 months ago
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Love the dentist! They are very caring and efficient.

Kevin Killeen
Kevin Killeen6 months ago
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Great care, friendly staff. Hard to find a dentist this good and caring but this…

Judith Gudex
Judith Gudex5 months ago
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Great experience at Crystal River Dental. My Hygienist, Angela did an outstanding job and I…

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Debbie Altenburg5 months ago
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Friendly Staff and the dentist is the best dentist I’ve ever been to 😊

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Dave N4 months ago
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Very friendly and great service

Dennis Marten
Dennis Marten4 weeks ago
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Very nice, I was totally comfortable. Thanks.

Tami French
Tami French5 months ago
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First experience went awesome & I look forward to my future visits! I broke my…

Debra Olsen
Debra Olsen2 months ago
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For the first time in my life I am not afraid to go to the…

Jesus isLord
Jesus isLord3 months ago
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The dentist is very cordial and respectful. I appreciate the care she gives.

Heather Krueger
Heather Krueger4 months ago
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They were very nice and took care of me right from the start

Mary Robinson
Mary Robinson5 months ago
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Great dentist and coworkers!

Frequently Asked Children’s Dental Questions

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, you should arrange your child's initial diagnostic visit by age 1, or within 6 months of their very first primary baby tooth emerging.

Keep conversations positive and simple. Avoid utilizing words that introduce subconscious fear patterns, like "hurt", "shot", or "needle". Reading a picture book about a friendly dentist character helps tremendously.
 

This is incredibly common. We implement slow "tell-show-do" behavioral techniques and offer safe, soothing nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or liquid oral sedation alternatives for children who require supplementary support.

Yes, the vast majority of PPO insurance frameworks categorize standard childhood prevention checkups, sealants, and cleanings under fully funded preventative parameters (covered at 100%).

Absolutely. We are a comprehensive family dental practice. We welcome patients of all age buckets and specialize in organizing practical, back-to-back appointment tracking blocks for multiple family members together.

Children should visit our office every 6 months for a standard exam and clean. Growing children with high active decay tracking indexes occasionally require structural checks more frequently.

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