Pediatric Dentists Located in Huntington Beach, CA

A Pediatric Dentist has additional specialized training (2-3 yrs.) after dental school. It's a group of doctors that has a unique desire to help young children and teens. They are educated on different approaches to take that young children and teens need during treatments, procedures, and education on dental care. Primary teeth are important because untreated cavities that children may get can lead to problems with the permanent teeth. Primary teeth are used just like permanent teeth to chew, talk, providing space for permanent teeth and ensuring proper development of the jaw bone and muscles. If proper dental care is neglected it can affect the progression of development. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry suggests that your child should visit a dentist by their 1st birthday.

1. Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics: Dimitri Bizoumis, DDS, Inc.

6452 Bolsa Ave. Huntington Beach, CA. 92647 Phone #: (714) 898-3882

Dr. Bizoumis has obtained his Pediatric Dentistry Certificate from the University of Southern California. He has been practicing since 1988. He is a member of various organizations: Orange County Dental Society, California Dental Society, American Dental Association, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He's devoted time into hospital training at Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center.

Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics believe that Preventative care and education are the factors to quality dental health. They ensure that with each visit you are guaranteed to obtain thorough exams; by checking the health of your teeth and gums, conducting oral cancer exams and taking X-rays when it's required. They operate using the standards that the American Dental Association (ADA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Center for Disease Control (CDC) suggest. This prevents cross contamination, and ensures proper sterilization for any instruments used. The staff is required to attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to guarantee updated education on new dental techniques, products used, and improved equipment being utilized in offices. This keeps them up to date on better ways to perform and understand proper dentistry.

Some of the procedures the office provides are: Digital and Dental X-rays, Fluoride Treatment, Sealants, Dental Exams and Cleaning, Orthodontics/ Orthodontics for Children (Thru age 12), Restorations and Education on Proper Dental Care.

2. Children's Dentistry: Dr. Beanca Chu, DDS, APC

20932 Brookhurst Street, Suite 102. Huntington Beach, CA. 92648 Phone #: (714) 962-9302

Dr. Beanca Chu achieved her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition at the Ohio State University, and her dental degree at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. She continued with her training for three years as a general dentist with pediatric emphasis prior to completing a specialized residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Southern California. She's pushed herself to become better educated with Pediatric Hospital Dentistry while training at the Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Chu has devoted additional time into the following organizations: American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the Orange County Women's Dental Society.

Known for being the leading pediatric dental practice in Huntington Beach, Dr. Beanca Chu and her staff believe that top quality oral health is crucial for a child. They want for your child to be as comfortable as possible, so they do everything they can to make them relaxed. They provide care for infants, children, adolescents and special needs children. The office also provides a kids fun zone so they can stay entertained while waiting.

Some of the procedures the office provides are: Early Dental Care, Preventative Care, Early & Comprehensive Orthodontics, Invisiline, And Provides Care Special Needs Children.

3. Dr. Suelene Y. Chen DDS:

17692 Beach Blvd. Suite 303 Huntington Beach, CA. 92647 Phone #: (714) 596-8989

Dr. Suelene Y. Chen graduated from Loma Linda University in 1995. She devoted several years to treating children that were from low income families. She continued on to complete her formal education in pediatric dentistry in 2005. She has donated time to become an advocate for children's health. She loves children and cares for there well being. That is why she chose Pediatric Dentistry.

This office is especially unique because Dr. Suelene Y. Chen and her staff want to ensure proper dental health for all children. This is why they will do everything in their power to make all procedures affordable. This office is a Delta Dental Provider and accepts most PPO plans. Also to ensure proper treatment for a patient they will always utilize two doctors while conducting complex procedures. The office will use only digital X rays to ensure that children aren't exposed to X Radiation.

Some of the procedures the office provides are: Interceptive Orthodontics, Cosmetic & Tooth Colored Fillings, Oral Sedation, Dental Exams and X-Rays, And Provides Care for Special Needs Children.

Additional Information:

Toothpaste for Children:

Cleaning your child's teeth is the best care for proper dental health. The best toothpaste to use on a child is one that has been tested and recommended by the American Dental Association. This is because many types of toothpaste can damage a young child's teeth causing more dental problems for the future.

Thumb sucking:

Many young children become dependent on their thumbs for sucking. Unfortunately this can cause trouble for the mouth and tooth alignment. It isn't always guaranteed to cause dental problems for a child, this only depends on how hard the child sucks there thumb and how often.

Baby Bottle Concerns:

Prolonging the use of a baby bottle can cause tooth decay. This is because when using a bottle for long periods of time it allows sugar to build up around the teeth. Milk, juice, formula, and other sweetened drinks will cause this to happen. If your child is used to going to bed with a bottle, try enforcing water as a nightly drink. This will help to prevent liquids from forming around the teeth and damaging the enamel of the tooth.