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Dentistry for Children & Adolescents

★ 4.9 (272 reviews)✓ Accepting new patients

Ridge Point Medical Building, 14050 Nicollet Ave #100, Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337

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A locally and privately owned pediatric dental practice serving children from infancy through age 18, including those with special needs, across three Minnesota locations since 1968. Specializes in minimally invasive, child-focused dental care with advanced technologies.

Details

Phone: (952) 435-4102

Website: http://www.childrensdent.com/

Languages: English

Insurance: Delta Dental Employee State Dental Plan (Group 216) - discontinued as of January 1, 2024MN Select Dental (Medicaid and MN Care) - discontinued as of January 1, 2024

Technology: Digital x-raysCurodont Repair (guided enamel regeneration)Intraosseous Anesthesia (STA System)Papacarie Duo Gel (enzyme-based caries removal)Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)Laser dentistryElectronic patient recordsOnline patient portalHypochlorous acid (HOCL) air disinfectant

Amenities: Colorful, child-friendly office décorChild-friendly atmosphereInviting office environment

Services

Emergency

  • Emergency Dental Care — Emergency services for pediatric dental patients

General

  • Custom Mouthguards — Custom-fitted sports mouthguards for pediatric patients
  • Laser Dentistry — Advanced laser treatment options for pediatric patients

Orthodontics

  • Orthodontic Evaluation — Assessment for orthodontic needs including wisdom tooth evaluation

Pediatric

  • General Pediatric Dentistry — Comprehensive dental care for children from birth through age 18
  • Hospital Dentistry — Dental care coordination for hospitalized children
  • Infant Oral Health — Care for infants and early childhood dental development
  • Special Needs Dentistry — Specialized care for patients with special needs and medically compromising conditions

Preventive

  • Preventive Care — Regular cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants
  • Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Treatment — Treatment for cavity prevention and management

Restorative

  • Cavity Treatment - Minimally Invasive — Including Curodont Repair (drill-free enamel regeneration) and Papacarie Duo Gel (enzyme-based caries removal)

Sedation

  • Intraosseous Anesthesia (STA System) — Advanced anesthetic delivery system for reduced medication and soft-tissue numbness

Team

Dr. Gayathri Sambasivan (DDS, Fellowship AAPD, Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry), Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with extensive experience in special needs and medically compromising conditions. Former faculty at University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and consultant for Children's Hospitals & Clinics Craniofacial Anomalies Clinic.
Dr. Thekla Swanson (DDS, Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry), Pediatric Dentist
Former emergency medical technician at Minneapolis Children's Hospital. Extensive experience serving underprivileged children at inner-city dental clinic. Member of American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Lisa Abadeer (DDS, Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, AAPD, ADA, Minnesota Dental Association), Pediatric Dentist
Member of Craniofacial Team at Children's Hospitals & Clinics. Special interests in infant oral health, cavity prevention, and dietary factors in dental disease. Involved in humanitarian dental care in China, Mongolia, Cambodia, and Egypt.
Dr. Daniel Fallon (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
Started dental career in public health sector at Marshfield Clinic. Conducted research on novel caries detection systems involving quantitative light-induced fluorescence. Native of Bemidji, Minnesota.
Dr. Lindsay Bedeaux (DDS, Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, ADA, Minnesota Dental Association, AAPD), Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist and adjunct professor at HCMC's Pediatric Residency Program. Lectures at University of Minnesota Dental School. Native Minnesotan.
Dr. Morgan Rebeck (DDS, Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, AAPD, Minnesota Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, ADA, Minnesota Dental Association), Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist and former adjunct professor at Hennepin Healthcare's residency program training pediatric dental residents and general dentists. Previously worked in public health.
Dental Assistants, Dental Assistant
Licensed and certified dental assistants in each office location
Dental Educators, Educator
Educational dental health presentations for parents, children and groups
Kelly, Education Coordinator
Coordinates educational dental health presentations and community outreach programs

What patients say

Vibe: kid-friendly

This pediatric dental practice receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (12 of 14 five-star ratings) for exceptional skill with anxious, nervous, and special-needs children. Reviewers consistently praise the hygienists and dentists for patience, clear communication, and creating a comfortable environment. One significant billing dispute regarding tax coding and collections practices indicates potential customer service issues in the administrative area that contrasts sharply with clinical excellence.

warm and patientchild-focusedanxiety-consciouseducational environmentspecial-needs accommodatingfamily-oriented