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Locust Pediatric Dentistry

★ 4.8 (837 reviews)✓ Accepting new patients

236 Market St STE 200, Locust, North Carolina, 28097

Pediatric dental practice specializing in comprehensive oral care for infants, children, adolescents, and those with special needs, including autism and high anxiety. Part of NC Pediatric Dentistry network.

Details

Phone: (980) 354-0784

Website: https://ncpediatricdentistry.com/p/pediatric-dentist-Locust-Pediatric-Dentistry-p70332.asp?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp

Languages: English

Technology: digital x-rays

Amenities: kid-centric spacescomfortable environment for children with special needsadjustable lightingheadphones availablesensory-friendly accommodations

Services

Emergency

  • Pediatric Emergencies — Emergency dental care for children including tooth trauma and urgent dental issues

Orthodontics

  • Orthodontics — Braces and orthodontic treatment for children

Pediatric

  • Special Needs Care — Specialized care for children with autism, ADHD, sensory sensitivities, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, dental anxiety, and other special health care needs

Preventive

  • Preventive Dentistry — Initial exams, digital x-rays, age 1-2 visits, fluoride treatments, dental health education

Restorative

  • Restorative Dentistry — Dental fillings for cavities, extractions, pulpotomies, frenectomy procedures, space maintainers

Sedation

  • Sedation for Kids — Sedation options for children with dental anxiety or special needs

Team

Dali, Anu (DMD), Pediatric Dentist
Parker Jr., James (DMD), Pediatric Dentist
Thomas, Eric C (DDS), Pediatric Dentist
Thome, David E. (DDS), Pediatric Dentist Specialist

What patients say

Vibe: kid-friendly

Overwhelmingly positive experience with exceptional staff warmth, patience, and skill at making children comfortable and excited about dental visits. However, recent operational challenges including overcrowding, excessive wait times (1-2 hours), and questionable insurance verification practices are creating friction for loyal families and raising concerns about service quality decline.

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