Multi-location pediatric dental practice serving children from infancy through young adulthood across North Carolina. Specializes in comprehensive children's dental care with hospital dentistry services available at select locations.
Details
Phone: (704) 921-0204
Website: https://www.smilestarterdental.com/meet-the-team-tryon
Languages: EnglishSpanish
Insurance: Aetna PPOAetna DMOAFLACBCBSFedVIPCignaDelta Dental PPODelta Dental PremierGEHAConnection DentalAmeritasGuardianHumanaRelianceStandardPhysicians MutualMetLifeNorth Carolina MedicaidSouth Carolina MedicaidTricare Dental ProgramUnited ConcordiaUnited HealthcareDentemaxAlwaysCareBeam DentalMutual of OmahaRenaissance DentalUNUMStarmountColonial Life
Services
Cosmetic
- Teeth Whitening — Available for all ages at Raleigh and Greensboro locations
General
- Hospital Dentistry — Comprehensive dental care in hospital setting for special needs children
Pediatric
- Pediatric Dentures — Pediatric gropers created in-house lab
- Space Maintainers — Custom appliances created in-house lab
- Thumb-sucking Devices — Custom appliances created in-house lab
- Upper Nance and Lower Lingual Holding Arch — Custom orthodontic appliances created in-house lab
Preventive
- Comprehensive Oral Evaluations — Full mouth exams for pediatric patients
- Dental Cleanings — Professional cleanings for children, teens and young adults
- Fluoride/Varnish — Fluoride treatments for decay prevention
- Limited Oral Exams / Pain Examinations — Focused exams for specific concerns
- Sealants — Dental sealants for cavity prevention
- X-rays — Dental radiography
Restorative
- Amalgam Restorations — Silver fillings
- Composite Restorations — White fillings
- Curodont — Advanced treatment for supporting strong, healthy smiles
- Stainless Steel Crowns — Pediatric crowns
Sedation
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation — For nervous patients
Team
Rafael Rivera Jr. (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
CEO/Owner of Smile Starters
Dr. Ashley Chandler (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
Graduated 2009, with Smile Starters since 2012. Passionate about creating positive dental experiences for children.
Dr. Emily Wiles (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
With Smile Starters since 2019. Loves making kids laugh and creating positive dental experiences.
Dr. Meena Chandramouly (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
Dedicated to providing safe and fun environment for quality dental care. Passionate about community volunteer dental outreach programs.
Audrey Dvořák, Hygienist
Lead Hygienist at N. Tryon location since practice opened in 2003. Experienced in building trusting relationships and easing dental anxiety.
Jenny Alvarez, Dental Assistant
Lead Dental Assistant, 7 years with Smile Starters. Credentialed for 4 years to provide patient care in operating room and conduct parent consultations.
Bedcie Leon, Office Manager
Office Manager at N. Tryon location since 2013. Over 15 years of managerial experience.