Children's Dentistry in Beverly, Chicago

A first dentist your child will actually like

The habits and feelings kids form about the dentist tend to stick for life. So we take our time. Dr. Rowe and the team explain what is happening in kid-friendly words, show each tool before using it, and celebrate every brave little patient. The review parents quote most often says Dr. Rowe helped their children lose their fear of the dentist. That is the goal for every child who comes in.

Your child's first visit

Bring your child in by their first birthday, or when the first tooth appears. Early visits are short and relaxed:

• Meet and greet — your child gets to see the room, ride the chair up and down, and meet the team.
• A gentle look — Dr. Rowe checks the teeth and gums, often with your little one sitting on your lap.
• Tips for home — how much toothpaste to use, bottle and sippy-cup habits, teething, and thumb-sucking.
• No rush — if your child just wants to watch this time, that is a perfectly good first visit.

If your child is nervous

Tell us when you book, and we will schedule extra time. We go slowly, let your child hold the mirror, and stop when they need a break. Parents are always welcome in the room. For older children who need a little more help, nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is a mild, safe option that wears off within minutes, and Dr. Rowe will talk it through with you first.

Care for kids and teens

• Checkups and cleanings every six months, with X-rays only when they are needed
• Dental sealants — thin protective coatings painted onto back teeth to keep cavities out of the grooves
• Fluoride treatments — a quick varnish that strengthens enamel
• Tooth-colored fillings when a cavity does show up
• Sports mouthguards custom-fitted for football, hockey, basketball, soccer and more
• Invisalign® for teens — clear aligners that come out for sports, photos and school events (see Invisalign)
• Same-day emergency visits for a chipped or knocked-out tooth (what to do right now)

One trip for the whole family

Tell the front desk who is coming, and we will book everyone back to back, parents included. Saturdays run 9am to 2pm and weekdays until 5pm, so most families never have to pull a child out of school. Our staff speak Spanish, so the whole family can be cared for in the language they are most comfortable in.

Paying for your child's care

We accept most major PPO dental plans and verify your child's benefits before the visit, so you know the cost up front. HSA and FSA cards are welcome. We do not accept Medicaid or All Kids. See insurance and payment for the full list of plans.