Board-certified pediatric dental practice with two locations in South Carolina (Fort Mill and Rock Hill) specializing in comprehensive dental care for infants, children, and adolescents in a fun, kid-friendly environment.
Details
Phone: (803) 324-7540
Website: https://pleasantmillpd.com/?utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GMB&utm_content=rock+hill
Languages: English
Technology: Low radiation digital radiologySterisil Waterline Treatment System
Amenities: TVs in operatoriestoysbookskid-friendly furniture and equipmentvibrant and cheerful office design
Services
Emergency
- Toothache/Pain Management — Emergency treatment for dental pain and tooth infections
- Trauma/Emergency Treatment — Emergency care for dental trauma including treatment of knocked-out teeth, fractured teeth, and other dental injuries
Endodontics
- Pulpotomy — Removal of infected pulp tissue when bacteria from cavity penetrates the nerve, followed by medicament placement and stainless steel crown restoration
Pediatric
- Age 1 Dental Visit — First dental visit by first birthday following AAPD/ADA recommendations, including infant oral health exams, risk assessment, and guidance on diet, nutrition, oral hygiene, and fluoride exposure
- Space Maintenance — Space maintainer placement after early baby tooth extraction to guide developing permanent dentition and prevent shifting
- Special Healthcare Needs — Specialized care for patients with special healthcare needs with additional provider training and physically accessible office
Preventive
- Fluoride Treatment — Fluoride varnish applied to prevent tooth decay and repair early decay by re-mineralizing weakened tooth structure
- Low Radiation Digital Radiology — Digital x-rays to detect cavities between teeth, evaluate developing dentition, identify abnormalities, assess trauma, and monitor growth and development using ALARA principles
- Protective Sealants — Bonded coating applied to chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent food and plaque accumulation in grooves
- Routine Cleaning & Exams — Dental check-ups typically recommended every 6 months; assessment of oral hygiene with flexible age-appropriate cleaning approaches
Restorative
- Silver Diamine Fluoride — Non-invasive antimicrobial agent painted onto cavities to stop or slow progression; also used as desensitizing agent for enamel defects
- Stainless Steel Crowns — Crowns for teeth with large cavities, pulp treatment, enamel defects, or fractures
- Tooth-Colored Fillings — Composite resin restorations for small or medium cavities in front or back teeth
Sedation
- General Anesthesia — General anesthesia for patients with special healthcare needs, extensive dental needs, high anxiety, or inability to cooperate
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation — Nitrous oxide and oxygen combination to reduce anxiety and suppress gag reflex while keeping patient awake and responsive
Team
Katherine Clark (DMD, Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist, AAPD member, ADA member, SCDA member), Pediatric Dentist
Mom and pediatric dentist with passion for treating children. Practiced pediatric dentistry in North Carolina before opening Fort Mill Pediatric Dentistry. Married with children.
Stephanie Jackson (DDS, MS, Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist, AAPD member, ADA member), Pediatric Dentist
Passionate about treating children and making their dental experience comfortable and fun. Received awards for research on children's oral health and school performance. Married with three children; involved in local community.
Kaitlyn Vollmer (DMD, Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist), Pediatric Dentist
Grew up in Fort Mill. Passion for pediatric dentistry stemmed from dental school mission trips. Husband practices general dentistry in Mint Hill, NC.
Sharon, Hygienist
Highly regarded hygienist noted in patient reviews for patience and clear explanations during cleanings
Emily, Hygienist
Hygienist noted in patient reviews for excellent chairside manner and helping anxious patients feel comfortable
Courtney, Clinical Staff
Staff member noted in patient reviews for kindness and patience with young patients