Complete Care for Your Child
At Panhandle Pediatric Dentistry, we provide a full range of pediatric dental options for your kids. Find our offices in Panama City, Santa Rosa Beach, Fort Walton Beach, and Niceville.
Our Services at a Glance
Your kids need dental treatments that focus on them. Our doctors provide the expertise you’re looking for in an environment that puts your child—and you—at ease.
Our offices provide everything your kids need, including:
- Preventative care
- Minimally invasive pediatric dentistry
- Regular exams and cleanings
- Fluoride treatment
- Silver diamine fluoride
- Sealants
- Fillings
- Crowns
- Extractions
- Surgery Center/Hospital dentistry
- Sedation dentistry
- Special needs dentistry
Preventative & Restorative Treatments for Kids
Preventative Care
The best way to keep your kid’s smile healthy is to stop problems before they start. Our team uses preventative care, like regular exams, cleanings, and fluoride treatments, to do just that.
We want your child to make these habits into routines. If they do, they’ll build a foundation of strong dental hygiene, have fewer cavities, and have easier visits as they get older.
Minimally Invasive Pediatric Dentistry
We believe in protecting your child’s smile. That’s why we offer minimally invasive options like brush-on treatments, sealants, and safe fluoride applications.
These methods cost less and can reduce your child’s dental anxiety. Plus, no drills, needles, or extractions.
Regular Exams & Cleanings
Routine visits are the key to keeping your child’s smile on track. At these appointments, we’ll monitor their growth and check for cavities.
Cleanings remove plaque that your child might miss when brushing at home. Regular visits also give your kids a chance to practice good habits and take pride in their teeth.
Fluoride Treatment
Think of fluoride like a shield. It strengthens your child’s enamel, making it harder for cavities to form and protecting their teeth from everyday acids and sugars.
We use fluoride treatments as part of your child’s routine care to keep their smile strong and healthy.
Over time, these treatments—combined with good brushing and flossing habits at home—help lower the risk of cavities and make dental visits smoother and easier.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a liquid solution we brush directly onto your child’s teeth.
The silver targets and kills the bacteria that cause cavities, while the fluoride works to strengthen the enamel. Together, they stop decay from spreading and protect the tooth from further damage.
SDF is quick, effective, and doesn’t require needles or drills. It’s especially helpful if your child feels nervous about treatment.
Sealants
Some of your child’s teeth have naturally deep grooves that can be tricky to clean with a toothbrush. Those spots are more likely to trap food and bacteria, which can lead to cavities over time.
Sealants add an extra layer of protection. They cover those grooves with a thin, protective coating. The process is simple, painless, and quick, and once applied, sealants can last for years.
They’re a safe, effective way to keep your child’s teeth strong and cavity-free between visits.
Fillings
Even with great brushing and regular checkups, cavities can sometimes happen. When they do, a filling is a simple way to restore your child’s tooth and protect their smile.
Our doctors carefully remove the decayed part of the tooth and replace it with a durable material that blends in naturally.
With a filling in place, your child can chew, smile, and play without worry.
Cosmetic Crowns
Sometimes a tooth needs more than a filling to stay healthy. Tooth-colored crowns are designed to repair and protect your child’s teeth if they’re broken, decayed, or damaged.
These crowns are durable enough to handle everyday chewing and biting. Plus, they blend in with the natural color of your child’s smile.
Extractions
Sometimes the damage to your child’s tooth can’t be fixed on its own. In those situations, an extraction becomes the best option.
Our doctors have the training and experience to help your kids relax for this procedure. If needed, we offer sedation options.
Removing a problem tooth early protects the rest of your child’s smile.
Hospital Dentistry
Your child might need more advanced support to complete their care safely. That’s why our team partners with trusted local hospitals and surgery centers.
Hospital dentistry allows us to provide comprehensive treatment in a setting equipped with the latest medical technology.
It’s invaluable if your child has complex needs, extensive treatment plans, or severe anxiety.
Sedation Dentistry
What if your child needs extra help to relax during treatment? We offer safe sedation options to make dental care easier and less stressful for your child—and for you.
- Nitrous Oxide: Often called “laughing gas,” this option calms your child while keeping them fully awake.
- IV Sedation: Delivered through a small IV line, this option allows your child to rest more deeply while our anesthesiologist carefully monitors their care.
- Full Rehabilitation: For extensive needs, we can complete all treatment at once under deeper sedation in a hospital or surgical setting.
Special Needs Dentistry
Our staff has specialized training to support children with unique needs, including those who may be anxious, or need additional support..
We take time to communicate gently, explain each step, and create a positive space where your child feels understood.
Every child is different, so we adapt our approach to what works best for you and your family.
Restorative Dentistry
When a tooth needs repair, our goal is to restore it in the safest, most comfortable way possible. We offer gentle, tooth-colored fillings, crowns, and other restorative treatments designed specifically for children.
Each solution is tailored to protect developing teeth and preserve their natural structure—so your child’s smile stays strong, healthy, and confident as they grow.
Digital X-Rays
Our advanced digital X-rays let us see what’s happening beneath the surface—quickly, safely, and comfortably. These detailed images help us identify early signs of decay, track growth, and plan care with precision.
Digital imaging uses minimal radiation and gives instant results, so we can explain findings right away and help you feel confident about your child’s dental health plan.