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.
Finally – Dental Visits That Feel Easy
You want your child to have a healthy smile-but you also want:
A dentist your child isn’t afraid of
Visits that are quick and stress-free
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
Pediatric Dental Checkups
Routine kids dental checkups help us monitor growth and catch issues early.
Children’s Dental Cleaning
A gentle kids dental cleaning removes buildup and keeps teeth healthy.
Dental Sealants for Children
Dental sealants for children protect molars-one of the best tools for cavity prevention for kids.
Fluoride Treatment for Kids
Safe, effective fluoride treatments for kids strengthen enamel and reduce cavities.
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:
A Simple Plan for a Healthy Smile
Schedule your child’s visit
Get a personalized prevention plan
Build confidence at every visit
Keep their smile healthy long-term
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,
- Preventive pediatric dentistry near me
- Routine dental exams for kids
- Children’s dental cleaning services
- Fluoride treatment for kids
- Dental sealants for children
- Cavity prevention for kids
- Pediatric dentist for regular checkups
- Baby’s first dental visit
- Preventive dental care for children
- Trusted pediatric dentist near me
– you’re in the right place.
Meet Your Dentist
A talented group of professionals dedicated to building amazing experiences.
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.
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.
Laura Adams, DMD
Dr. Adams enjoys building
long-term relationships with
families and helping children
develop healthy oral habits
that last a lifetime.
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.