Preventive Pediatric Dentistry

Healthy Smiles Start Early-and Stay Strong for Life

Gentle. Proactive. Built for Kids.

“My child forgot she was nervous… the appointment was easy, quick, and fun.” – Jade W.

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Finally – Dental Visits That Feel Easy

You want your child to have a healthy smile-but you also want:

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A dentist your child isn’t afraid of

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Visits that are quick and stress-free

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Clear guidance on what your child actually needs

That’s exactly what preventive pediatric dentistry is designed to do.

Before & After: What Parents Experience

Before Coming In

  • × My child is nervous about the dentist
  • × I’m not sure when to start or what they need
  • × I don’t want cavities or bigger problems later

After Visiting Shelby Pediatric Dentistry

  • ✓ Kids feel comfortable-even on their first visit          
  • ✓ Parents feel confident and informed
  • ✓ Preventive care becomes simple and routine

What’s Included in Preventive Pediatric Dental Care

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Pediatric Dental Checkups

Routine kids dental checkups help us monitor growth and catch issues early.

Pediatric Dental Crowns

Children’s Dental Cleaning

A gentle kids dental cleaning removes buildup and keeps teeth healthy.

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Dental Sealants for Children

Dental sealants for children protect molars-one of the best tools for cavity prevention for kids.

Broken Tooth Treatment for Kids

Fluoride Treatment for Kids

Safe, effective fluoride treatments for kids strengthen enamel and reduce cavities.

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Infant Dental Exam

Your child’s baby’s first dentist visit should happen by age one to set a strong foundation.

What Parents Are Saying

    Families trust Shelby Pediatric Dentistry for children who need extra patience and care:
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Benjamin Bass
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Dr. Baxter and his team were amazing! They were so friendly and explained everything in detail and even worked in the procedures needed while we were there since we had a decent drive home. We will absolutely be using them again if any of the kids need anything done. Update: We had to come back about a year later with one of our same kids and another of our kids and were kind of disappointed when we couldn’t see Dr Baxter but boy were our fears eased when we met Dr Trego and Dr Jones who were both AMAZING! We drive from a few hours away so again they were more than happy to work in all the actual work after they checked them out. This office has never let us down and I would give 10 stars if it would let me!
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Ella
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Really really sweet staff. So many cool things for the kids. I was so so nervous, because it was my autistic 2yrolds first visit. We had such a positive experience!!!! They know how to make an uncomfortable place comfortable!!
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Elba Orellana
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Atencion inmediata, recomendado 100%,
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Nancy Morales
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It was my daughter's first appointment today; she is three years old, and she was happy. All the staff are very friendly, and it is a beautiful place.
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Toni Leake
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I took my 2-year-old grandson today i can't say enough how kind patient and sweet the staff was i would recommend them to anyone i drove an hour but they were so well worth it looking forward to our appointment in 6 months I took my grandson back today. He's eight now. Shelby is amazing and so patient and loving. We would never go anywhere else
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Paola Lopez
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They are excellent very kind dentists my childrens felt very comfortable and they did great job. May God bless them and always grant them wisdom in their work.
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Alba Marina Urbina
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Me gustó la atención que le brindaron a mi hijo son muy amable el quedó encantado con sus limpieza de dientes
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Monica Barbier
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Fabulous staff they were very helpful and great with my child I couldn’t recommend them enough

A Simple Plan for a Healthy Smile

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Schedule your child’s visit

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Get a personalized prevention plan

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Build confidence at every visit

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Keep their smile healthy long-term

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Serving Families Across Our Community

We provide preventive pediatric dentistry in Pelham and care for families from:

  • Birmingham
  • Hoover
  • Alabaster

If you’ve searched for a baby’s first dentist visit near me or a trusted pediatric dentist for checkups,

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– you’re in the right place.

FAQs About Preventive Pediatric Dentistry

When should my child first see a dentist?

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a visit by age one.

How often does my child need a dental checkup?

Most children benefit from a dental checkup for kids every six months.

Are fluoride treatments safe?

Yes-fluoride treatment for kids is safe and highly effective.

Do dental sealants work?

Yes-dental sealants for children significantly reduce cavities in back teeth.

Meet Your Dentist

A talented group of professionals dedicated to building amazing experiences.

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Richard Baxter DMD, MS

Dr. Baxter is passionate about
helping children feel comfortable
during every visit. He focuses on
creating positive dental experiences
while providing expert pediatric care.

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Julie Jones, DMD

Dr. Jones believes every child
deserves a healthy, confident
smile. She combines advanced
dental expertise with a warm
and caring approach to
treatment.

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Laura Adams, DMD

Dr. Adams enjoys building
long-term relationships with
families and helping children
develop healthy oral habits
that last a lifetime.

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Brigitte trego, DMD

Dr. Trego is dedicated to making
dental visits fun and stress-free.
Her goal is to help every child
feel safe, supported, and
cared for.

Ready to Protect Your Child’s Smile?

Preventive care today means fewer problems tomorrow.