Kid’s Dental Care | Philadelphia, Cherry Hill, & Glen Mills
Pediatric Dentistry Services
Medically reviewed by Dr. George Lynch, DMD, board-certified pediatric dentist · Last reviewed October 12, 2026
Pediatric Dentistry Services for Growing Smiles
Cobblestone Kids Pediatric Dentistry provides gentle, specialized dental care for infants, children, and teens at offices in Philadelphia, Cherry Hill, and Glen Mills. Finding the right specialized care for your child's smile is an important milestone for young families. Our pediatric dentistry services are designed from the ground up to give infants, children, and teens a gentle, stress-free, and even enjoyable experience. At Cobblestone Kids Pediatric Dentistry, we blend clinical excellence with a warm, kid-friendly environment so every visit leaves your child feeling happy and confident.
We know that early experiences with a doctor shape a child's long-term attitude toward healthcare. Our team includes several doctors who are each a board certified pediatric dentist, and every dentist here has completed years of additional residency training focused entirely on children — their teeth, their development, and their feelings about being in the chair. We lean heavily on positive reinforcement and open, age-appropriate communication, turning routine checkups into something kids can actually look forward to — the way pediatric dentistry services should feel.
From regular cleanings to interventions to dealing with accidental injury, Cobblestone Kids is your trusted pediatric dentist in Philadelphia, PA—we’ve got you covered.
Why Choose a Pediatric Dental Specialist for Children's Dentistry?
A pediatric dental specialist is trained in how children's teeth, behavior, and comfort needs change from infancy through the teen years. Every dentist at Cobblestone Kids has completed years of additional residency training focused on children. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends establishing a dedicated dental home early in life. For most families, that starts with an infant dental exam around the first birthday. Choosing a pediatric dental specialist ensures your child is treated by a doctor who understands child psychology, behavior management, and how to accommodate kids with diverse physical or sensory needs.
Our clinical team focuses heavily on preventative care to protect baby teeth from early decay. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that dental sealants prevent the vast majority of cavities in school-age children. As part of our comprehensive children's dentistry approach, we offer gentle cleanings, personalized home hygiene coaching, and protective sealants — and we partner with parents on brushing angles, flossing routines, and balanced snack choices, because good kids oral healthcare starts at home, and the best pediatric dentistry services teach as much as they treat.
What Pediatric Dentistry Services Does Cobblestone Kids Offer?
- Your First Visit: A playful, low-stress first pediatric dentist visit utilizing the conversational "Tell-Show-Do" method to introduce toddlers to our office.
- Preventative Treatment: Professional cleanings, gentle scaling, thorough exams, and fluoride treatments: the preventative pediatric dental care that stops decay before it starts.
- Restorative Treatment: Restorative pediatric dentistry with safe, durable tooth-colored fillings and natural white crowns for children to repair damaged, cracked, or decaying baby teeth.
- Pediatric Emergency Care: Prompt, compassionate care from an emergency pediatric dentist for sudden tooth injuries, fractured enamel, swelling, or severe oral pain.
No matter which of our pediatric dentistry services your child needs, our team prioritizes emotional comfort and physical safety at every step.
Explore the Full Range of Our Pediatric Dentistry Services Below
How Do Pediatric Dentistry Services Compare?
This table compares the main pediatric dentistry services at Cobblestone Kids: who each one is for, how long it typically takes, and how PPO dental plans typically cover it.
| Service | Who it's for | Typical length | Typical PPO coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| First visit | By age 1 or within 6 months of the first tooth | 30 to 45 minutes | Preventive: 80% to 100% |
| Infant exam | Babies, from the first tooth to the first birthday | 15 to 30 minutes | Preventive: 80% to 100% |
| Cleaning and exam | Every child, every 6 months | 30 to 45 minutes | Preventive: 80% to 100% |
| Sealants | Permanent molars, usually ages 6 to 12 | 5 to 10 minutes per tooth | Preventive: 80% to 100% |
| Filling | Children with cavities | 20 to 60 minutes | Basic: 70% to 80% |
| White crown | Baby teeth too weak for a filling | 30 to 60 minutes per tooth | Basic or major: 50% to 80% |
| Baby root canal | Infected or deeply decayed baby teeth | 45 to 60 minutes with crown | Basic: 70% to 80% |
| Emergency exam | Injuries, severe pain, swelling | Same day, 30 to 60 minutes | Diagnostic: 80% to 100% |
| Laughing gas | Anxious children, strong gag reflex | Works in 3 to 5 minutes | Varies; often partial or none |
| General anesthesia | Extensive treatment, special needs, severe anxiety | 1 to 2 hours; 3 to 4 hours total | Pre-authorization; dental and medical may share |
Times are typical ranges, and your child's dentist will confirm what to expect. Coverage percentages are typical for PPO dental plans and vary by plan; the Cobblestone Kids front desk verifies your child's benefits before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Dentistry Services
What services does Cobblestone Kids Pediatric Dentistry offer?
Cobblestone Kids offers first visits, infant exams, cleanings, fluoride and sealants, tooth-colored fillings and white crowns, emergency care, laughing gas sedation, general anesthesia, and special needs dentistry at all three offices.
When should my child first see a pediatric dentist?
Most families start with an infant dental exam around the first birthday, as the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends. At Cobblestone Kids, that first visit is short and gentle, and it gives your child a dental home early in life.
How is a pediatric dentist different from a general dentist?
Every dentist at Cobblestone Kids has completed years of additional residency training focused entirely on children. That training covers child psychology, behavior management, and how to care for kids with diverse physical or sensory needs.
Does Cobblestone Kids offer sedation for anxious children?
Yes. Cobblestone Kids offers mild laughing gas (nitrous oxide) for anxious children, and hospital-grade pediatric dentistry under general anesthesia for children who need it. Your dentist walks your family through every option in plain language before anything begins.
Does Cobblestone Kids accept dental insurance?
Yes. The Cobblestone Kids front desk team coordinates directly with a wide range of PPO insurance providers. They help you understand your coverage, deductibles, and co-pays before treatment begins.
What If My Child Is Anxious or Has Special Healthcare Needs?
Cobblestone Kids adapts care for children who experience real dental anxiety or have specialized healthcare needs, because a traditional checkup can feel overwhelming for them. Our advanced pediatric dentistry services include custom sedation options, from safe pediatric dental sedation with mild laughing gas to hospital-grade pediatric dentistry under general anesthesia, matched carefully to your child's needs so their visit is stress-free and pain-free.
These youth dental solutions exist for one reason: no child should grow up afraid of the dentist. Whether your child needs a routine cleaning or extensive restorative work, a board certified pediatric dentist will walk your family through every option in plain language before anything begins.
How Does Cobblestone Kids Handle Insurance and Scheduling?
The Cobblestone Kids front desk coordinates directly with a wide range of PPO insurance providers and explains your coverage before treatment begins, so care never creates financial stress or administrative friction for busy families. Our front desk team coordinates directly with a wide range of PPO insurance providers, helping you understand your coverage, deductibles, and co-pays clearly before treatment begins. You can review our financing and insurance guidelines online to plan your child's visits with confidence.
If you're looking for a gentle dental home that treats your child's emotional wellbeing as seriously as their physical health, explore our full lineup of pediatric dentistry services above — from comprehensive children's dentistry for the little ones to youth dental solutions built for teens. Then click below to connect with your nearest office, speak with our helpful staff, and schedule an appointment online today. Have questions first? Our pediatric dentistry FAQ answers the ones parents ask most.
Every family deserves a pediatric dental specialist in their corner. Our pediatric dentistry services are available at all three of our offices — Philadelphia, Cherry Hill, and Glen Mills — so quality care is never far from home.
Areas We Serve
Cobblestone Kids cares for families from three pediatric dental offices. Choose the one closest to home:
- Pediatric dentist in Cherry Hill, NJ – also serving Voorhees, Haddonfield, Marlton, and Mount Laurel
- Pediatric dentist in Philadelphia, PA – on South Street, serving Rittenhouse Square, Graduate Hospital, Bella Vista, and Queen Village
- Pediatric dentist in Glen Mills, PA – on Baltimore Pike, serving Media, Chadds Ford, Garnet Valley, and Newtown Square