Specialized pediatric dental practice in Charlotte, NC serving children and adolescents with a focus on preventive care, education, and creating positive dental experiences. Offers general anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation, orthodontics, and specialized care for special needs patients.
Details
Phone: (704) 749-5700
Website: https://southparkpediatricdentistry.com/
Languages: English
Amenities: treatsballoons
Services
Emergency
- Emergencies & Prevention — Treatment for knocked-out, chipped, or fractured teeth; toothaches; and other dental emergencies
- Trauma Management — Treatment for dental trauma and injuries
Orthodontics
- Orthodontics — Classic braces and clear aligner systems designed for children to improve dental alignment and smiles
Pediatric
- Special Needs Dentistry — Specialized care and accommodations for children with physical disabilities, behavioral disorders, or sensory sensitivities
- Tongue & Lip Tie Program — Treatment for feeding struggles, speech delays, and sleep issues related to tongue and lip ties
Preventive
- Preventative Dentistry — Routine checkups, cleanings, plaque and tartar removal, x-rays, and early decay detection to maintain bright, healthy smiles
- Preventative Exams — Six-month checkups to prevent dental issues from forming
- Sealants — Protective sealants applied to teeth to fill fissures and pits, preventing bacteria buildup and cavity formation
Restorative
- Ceramic Crowns — Natural-looking ceramic crowns that protect child's smile
- Crowns — Ceramic and stainless steel crowns to restore function and beauty of child's smile
- Restorative Dentistry — Composite fillings made of resin mixture to restore smiles from decay, cracks, or minor injuries
- Stainless Steel Crowns — Durable stainless steel crowns for tooth restoration
Sedation
- General Anesthesia — Sleep-like sedation administered with certified anesthesiologist for major procedures; child sleeps through entire procedure
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation — Laughing gas administered via nasal mask to help children relax and overcome anxiety during procedures
- Sedation For Kids — Variety of sedation options to help children overcome fears and anxieties
Team
Dr. Austin Bowman, Pediatric Dentist
Prioritizes people over teeth with compassionate care. Earned Brian Stone Award for volunteer service and compassionate care. Specializes in tooth-colored crowns and dental trauma preservation. Originally from Atlanta, GA.
Dr. Michael Holt (DDS, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist), Pediatric Dentist
Charlotte native and product of CMS school system. Completed pediatric dental residency and took Central American mission trip in 2013. Passionate about dental disease prevention.
Dr. Kaitlin Gotschalk (DMD, Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist), Pediatric Dentist
Originally from Sanford, NC. Trained in comprehensive oral healthcare for children and adolescents, oral sedation, general anesthesia, pediatric medicine, and special needs management. Enjoys beach, pickleball, and family time.
Dr. Amandeep (Mandee) Pentlia (DDS, MPH, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist), Pediatric Dentist
From Canada, moved to Michigan for dental training then Denver, Colorado. Worked two years in West Texas. Passionate about working with children, families, and special needs patients. Enjoys yoga, skiing, scuba diving, hiking, traveling, and reading.
Dr. Cecilia (Sun) Hwang (DDS, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Diplomate of American Board of Pediatric Dentistry), Pediatric Dentist
Charlotte native, graduated Myers Park High School. Providing care to Charlotte families since 2006. Voted 'Top Dentist' by Charlotte Magazine multiple years. Member of AAPD, ADA, NC Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and other professional organizations. Chose pediatric dentistry due to own childhood dental fears.
Dr. Emily Willett, Orthodontist
Board Certified Orthodontist from Ormond Beach, FL. Inspired to pursue dentistry after own orthodontic treatment. Experienced in early interceptive treatment, orthognathic surgery, and interdisciplinary care. Passionate about continuing education and innovative research in orthodontics.
What patients say
Vibe: kid-friendly
This pediatric dental practice has exceptional aggregate sentiment with all 20 reviews rating 5/5 stars. Reviewers consistently praise the staff's kindness, gentleness, and ability to make children—especially anxious or very young ones—feel safe and excited about dental visits. Parents highlight the practice's strong staff retention, creative calming techniques, and the dentists' (particularly Dr. Bowman and Dr. Kaitlin) excellence in patient care and communication.
welcomingchild-centricpatient and caringfun and relaxedprofessional yet warmanxiety-reducing
- Goody bag rewards after visits
- Excellent with very young children (6 months to 4 years old)
- Specialized approach for anxious/terrified children with patient reassurance throughout procedures
- Creative relaxation techniques to help children relax
- Strong staff retention over many years (seven years mentioned)