Gentle, child-focused pediatric dental practice in Monroe, NC specializing in preventive care, restorative treatment, and sedation dentistry for infants through teens. Parents welcome in treatment rooms; bilingual services available.
Details
Phone: (704) 282-9961
Website: https://pedodoctor.com/locations/monroe/
Languages: EnglishSpanish
Technology: digital x-rays
Amenities: fun muralscolorful roomswelcoming atmosphere
Services
Emergency
- Emergency Dental Care — Treatment for toothaches, chipped/fractured teeth, knocked-out teeth, infections, and soft tissue injuries
Oral Surgery
- Tooth Extractions — Removal of deciduous teeth, severely compromised teeth, or impacted wisdom teeth with sedation option
Preventive
- Dental Sealants — Plastic coatings on chewing surfaces of back teeth to seal out bacteria and food particles; reduces cavity risk by 80%
- Digital X-rays — Modern digital radiography with significantly lower radiation than traditional film; instant imaging with safety measures
- Fluoride Varnish — Topically applied fluoride to strengthen developing teeth and prevent decay
- Pediatric Dental Exams — Comprehensive initial and routine dental exams with medical and dental history review for children
- Space Maintainers — Fixed or removable appliances to hold space for permanent teeth after premature loss of baby teeth
Restorative
- Amalgam Fillings — Silver fillings available by request for patients without metal sensitivities
- Pulpotomies — Procedure to remove affected pulp tissue in baby teeth and maintain tooth until permanent successor erupts
- Stainless Steel Crowns — Durable metal restorations for primary molars compromised by decay or trauma
- Tooth-Colored Fillings — Composite resin fillings that blend seamlessly with natural tooth structure
Sedation
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation — Laughing gas sedation for anxious children or those with special needs; mild sedation with quick recovery
Team
Dr. Perry L. Jeffries (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
Pediatric dentist with 20+ years experience specializing in treating children from infancy through teen years. Believes every child deserves to feel safe, comfortable, and excited about dental care. Committed to child health issues and prevention-focused approach.