Providing Specialty Dental Services
in partnership with:
Our Smile Clinic is a two-chair facility housed in the specialty clinics wing at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). It offers the security of immediate medical attention onsite for sensitive procedures. Dentists from Healthy Smiles’ residency program and Healthy Smiles clinical staff have been specially trained to operate on all patients at the Smile Clinic undergoing general anesthesia, oral sedation, nitrous, and tooth extraction procedures.
Helping Children with Cleft Lips/Palates
Healthy Smiles has been utilizing the Nasoalveolar Molding, or NAM appliance, to enhance the surgical results of cleft lip and palate repairs since 2016. Healthy Smiles is one of the only pediatric dental clinics in Orange County that offers pre-surgical Nasoalveolar Molding for babies with cleft lip and palates. The use of the appliance can facilitate feeding, protect sensitive tissues within the cleft site, and alter the shape, as well as reduce the size of the cleft of the lip and palate, all prior to the first surgical procedures. We help reduce the number of follow up/corrective surgeries and minimize scarring caused by additional surgeries.
Call Us Today
To schedule your visit at our Smile Clinic at CHOC (714) 547-0700
Book Your Appointment with Us Today!
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Call to register for an appointment
Call us at (714) 537-0700
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We’ll get in touch with you
Our Care Coordinators will send you links to any forms you’ll need to fill out before your arrival and will inform you of our COVID-19 Safety Protocols to keep you, your family, and our staff safe.
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We’ll see you at the dentist!
Our top trained dental staff are excited to see you in our clinic. If you’re looking for sensory, behavioral, or any other accommodations, please let us know.
Frequently Asked Questions
We know how hard it can be making it to the dentist, especially for kids. So, we make it as easy as possible to receive the dental care you need.
What insurance does Healthy Smiles accept?
We accept Denti-Cal and PPO dental insurance.
When should my child visit the dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that every child visits the dentist around age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth coming in. Establishing a dental home with regular care can help a child feel comfortable in a dental environment. By providing regular care, we are able to detect problems early.
What can I expect for my first visit?
During the first visit, oral health education will be provided to give parents the tools necessary to keep their children cavity free. For older children, the first visit can include an exam, cleaning, and necessary x-rays. If any treatment is needed, a doctor will review all recommendations and treatment plans thoroughly, making sure to answer all questions.
Avoid using words around your child that might cause fear, such as “needle”, “shot”, “drill”, or “hurt” – we do not use these words in our clinics.
Do I need to bring anything to the appointment?
For your first visit, remember to bring the following items:
– Your child’s medical history.
– A list of any medications your child is taking.
– Your insurance information, if applicable.
Ready to See the Dentist?
Call (714) 537-0700 to register for an appointment
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