Kids Dentist Plus
Pediatric Dentist in Sacramento, CA
Gentle, kid-friendly dental care from the first tooth through age 20, with offices across Sacramento, Elk Grove, Folsom, Citrus Heights and Natomas.
Medi-Cal accepted
New patients welcome
Infants through age 20
Kids-only dental care
A pediatric specialist works at every office.
Welcome to Kids Dentist Plus
A gentle dental home for Sacramento-area kids
Kids Dentist Plus is a pediatric dental practice built around children. From a baby’s first checkup to a teen’s cleanings, our team focuses on prevention, explains every step in kid-friendly words and never rushes a nervous child.
- A pediatric dentist at every office
- Care from infancy through age 20, including children with special health care needs
- Comfort options, from kid-friendly explanations to laughing gas (nitrous oxide)
- Video visits with a dentist from home for quick questions
With offices across Sacramento County and one phone number for all of them, care is close to home or school. Every office is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
Our services
Pediatric dental services for every stage of childhood
From a baby’s first checkup to a teen’s cleanings, Kids Dentist Plus provides complete dental care for children, with Medi-Cal accepted at every office.
Have a quick question? Try a teledentistry video visit from home.
Preventive dentistry
Checkups, cleanings, fluoride and sealants that help stop cavities before they start.
First dental visit
Short, gentle first visits by age one, with tips on teething, bottles and brushing.
Fillings and crowns
Tooth-saving fillings, crowns, baby-tooth nerve treatment and gentle extractions.
Laughing gas
Gentle laughing gas (nitrous oxide) for kids who need extra help relaxing.
Special needs dentistry
Patient, flexible visits planned around children with special health care needs.
Emergency dental care
Prompt help for toothaches, chipped teeth and knocked-out teeth.
Medi-Cal welcome
Medi-Cal dentist for kids at every office
Every child deserves a healthy smile. Every Kids Dentist Plus office sees children and teens with Medi-Cal. For members under 21, Medi-Cal dental benefits generally cover:
- Checkups and cleanings every six months
- Fluoride treatments, and sealants on permanent molars
- Fillings, crowns and nerve treatment
- Emergency care for pain and infection
- Sedation when it’s medically necessary
Call (916) 226-6767 with your child’s dental plan name and member ID, and we’ll confirm coverage before the visit.
First visit
Your child’s first dental visit in 3 easy steps
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first dental visit within six months of the first tooth, and no later than age one. Here’s how to get started.
1
Book online or call
Register online or call (916) 226-6767. Tell us about your child’s Medi-Cal plan or dental insurance, and we’ll check benefits before the visit.
2
Bring the basics
Bring your child’s insurance card (or Medi-Cal BIC and dental plan ID card) and a list of medications and health conditions.
3
Enjoy a gentle first visit
We say hello, check your child’s teeth and gums, clean the teeth and apply fluoride if your child is ready, and answer your questions about teething, bottles and brushing.
Dental emergencies
Dental emergency? Call us any time
Toothaches, chipped teeth and knocked-out teeth are scary for kids and parents. Call (916) 226-6767 and we’ll help you decide the next step; calls are answered after hours too. If your child has trouble breathing, bleeding that won’t stop with firm pressure, or a possible broken jaw or head injury, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first.
Call us right away if your child has
- A knocked-out, loose or badly broken tooth
- A toothache that doesn’t go away
- Swelling in the face, jaw or gums
- A cut to the lips, tongue or cheek
- Pain or sensitivity after an injury to the mouth
FAQ
Questions parents ask about pediatric dental care
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. All Kids Dentist Plus offices are welcoming new patients. Call (916) 226-6767 or register online to book.
Do you accept Medi-Cal?
Yes. Every office sees children and teens with Medi-Cal. Call us with your child’s dental plan name and member ID, and we’ll confirm coverage before the visit.
What ages do you see?
We care for children from infancy through age 20, including patients with special health care needs.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Within six months of the first tooth coming in, and no later than their first birthday, as the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends.
How often should my child have a dental checkup?
Most children should see the dentist about every six months. Children at higher risk for cavities may need more frequent visits, and your child’s dentist will let you know.
Do you offer laughing gas for anxious kids?
Yes. Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) is available at every office to help anxious kids relax. Your child’s dentist will let you know if it’s a good fit.
What should I do in a dental emergency?
Call (916) 226-6767 any time; calls are answered after hours too. If your child has trouble breathing, bleeding that won’t stop with firm pressure, or a possible broken jaw or head injury, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first.
Which office should we visit?
Whichever is most convenient for your family. All our offices are open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, and share one phone number, (916) 226-6767. See all office locations.
Give your child a healthy start
Call (916) 226-6767, Monday–Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, or register online.