Pediatric Dentist - Wilmington, CA

I take my 22 month old to Magicland Dental on Sepulveda in Torrance. Michael (Dentist) and Rico (hygenist) are great with the kids. This was my daughter's second visit and I was thrilled with the care. The location has recently moved to Sepulveda. There is a movie theatre that plays videos while you wait...yes an actual movie theatre in the waiting area along with a room with video games etc. Hope this helps. Good Luck.

We have used Dr. Dave Taylor in Palos verdes for years and love him, Regular guy and great Dentist. He still works on my son,17 yrs. with Autism. D.

We use Dr. Chris Thanos in Torrance. He also works with special needs children and accepts Delta Dental. He is near the corner of Crenshaw and Torrance Blvds. His number is ###-###-####. The office staff is extremely helpful and friendly.

Dr. Worden is great and will work with children who have special needs. He is located at 5175 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Suite #204, Long Beach, 90804 and his number is ###-###-####.
www.wordendds.com

Love Dr. Groat in San Pedro.

Dr.David Taylor in PV is awesome!

Dr. Janelle Holden is fabulous; she's in Manhattan Beach.

Hi A.,
My daughter is also a 35 yr. old single Mom and a nicu nurse. Her daughter will be six in November and she found a wonderful dentist in Manhattan Beach. Her name is Janelle Holden and there are a lot of other people who are very happy with her.
Good luck to you!
Judy

If you are willing to drive to Long Beach Dr. Santos Cortez is amazing. The staff is out of this world and he is "magical" when it comes to children's dentistry. Also, he is on staff at Long Beach Memorial for dental emergencies that require surgery, etc., which is always a nice thing, and something I didn't know to look for when I was seeking out a dentist.

Hi A. -
All 3 of my kids have a great pediatric dentist and many of my friends use him, as well. Dr. Frank Enriquez is located at 23727 Hawthorne Boulevard (just south of Lomita Blvd.)in Torrance. His phone number is ###-###-####. He has another great dentist working with him also, Dr. Nick. Good luck!
A.

Our pediatrician recommended Drs. Frank Enriquez and Nick Brajevich who are located at 23727 Hawthorne Blvd. between Skypark and Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance. My sister is a dental hygenist and had Dr. Enriquez as a professor at USC. She said he's great too. Both dentists are super with the kids and their staff is so wonderful.

My younger son was terrified at his first visit (at 2 1/2 years at an appointment with his big brother) so they coaxed him into just opening his mouth so they could "tickle" and count his teeth. It took a few tries but they don't force the kids and are so kind and gentle. Now at 6 years old he walks right in, lets them coat his teeth with a plaque detecting stain, brushes it off, and gets ready for cleaning... just like big brother (who needs braces now, UGH!).

They accept most dental plans. Phone number is ###-###-####. Office sign says Pediatric Dentistry.

For first visits, patients view a DVD on what their experience will be like. Parents are allowed to sit with their children (great for first-timers) in the cleaning area but not in the areas to treat cavities or for x-rays. Some parents don't like that but that's the office policy.

We never have to wait long and the kids get to pick a goodie from the treasure chest at the end of their visit! The waiting area has a small play area for younger children and during cleaning there are small toys the patients can play with to distract them.

Hope this helps!

:-) K.

I 2nd Dr. Taylor in PV - my kids LOVE him and actually ask when they get to go back to the dentist! He is incredibly gentle and so kind to the kids!

We use Dr. Patricia Turley. She and her husband have a practice together in the Southbay area. She is a pediatric dentist and her husband Dr. Patrick Turley is an orthodontist. The office is great, very helpful and professional. She is fantastic with the kids. Not only do my children listen to her about the importance of caring for their teeth, she offer great advice to parents in helping with this process. I strongly recommend her.

We go to Janelle Holden in Manhattan Beach. ###-###-####)
They are located in the new Metlox area and it's amazing inside- with pictures of animals all over the walls, two fish tanks, video game room next to the waiting room etc. Everyone is super friendly and my 4 year old enjoys and looks forward to going!

Ditto Dr. Janelle Holden.

I second Dr. Turley. She's the best!

Dr. Santos Cortez is the best. I have been in Peds for 25 years and he is so giving. He works with lots of kids with huge problems thru Long Beach Memorial and then also has his private practice. It's not in your area, but he should definately be on your list. His staff is great with the kids and so is he. Beautiful office, kid friendly.
phone:###-###-####

I don't live in the southbay area but if you are willing to travel to Long Beach, Dr. Stella is a great pediatric dentist. My child has an autistic disorder and was petrified of dentists due to visits with other dentists. We found Dr. Stella and he and his staff worked slowly and patiently with my son to help him overcome his fears and now my son looks forward to his visits.