Bright Smiles Begin Here
At Turtle Bay Pediatric Dentistry, we make it easy for families in Sachse, Garland, and Wylie to access expert dental care just for their kids. Board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Ademola Cole offers a full range of treatments for children aged one to 21.
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Our Services
Our Services
Children have unique dental needs at every age, and we’re here for all of them. Dr. Cole and our team offer gentle, personalized care for everything from first tooth checkups to fillings, crowns, and emergency treatment.
We also provide options like minimally invasive procedures, sedation dentistry, and special needs care to make sure every child feels supported in the chair.
Personal Care for Your Child
We take time to get to know your child and offer treatments that match their needs, comfort level, and stage of development. Whether it’s a first-time visit or a dental emergency, we use evidence-based methods that prioritize your child’s well-being and long-term oral health.
Below, you’ll find a closer look at how we care for growing smiles. We offer cleanings, sealants, crowns, trauma treatment, and beyond.
Preventative Care
Preventative care is the foundation of everything we do. These visits help us monitor your child’s growth, spot concerns early, and build healthy habits that last a lifetime. Preventative care is also the easiest and most affordable way to keep their smile strong and avoid more complex treatments down the line.
Preventative care includes routine exams, cleanings (prophy), fluoride treatments, and sealants, all delivered in a calm, kid-friendly environment that helps your child feel safe and empowered. We take time to explain what we’re doing, cheer them on, and make it a positive experience from start to finish.
Minimally Invasive Pediatric Dentistry
We use minimally invasive techniques that allow us to manage cavities and early-stage tooth decay gently and effectively, with minimal stress. These methods protect more of your child’s healthy tooth structure and help reduce anxiety around treatment.
Minimally invasive dentistry includes options like silver diamine fluoride, glass ionomer materials, and simple sealing techniques that stop decay in its tracks. These treatments can be especially helpful for nervous kids, very young children, or those with special healthcare needs.
Regular Exams & Cleanings
Routine dental visits are one of the most important ways we help children develop healthy, confident smiles. These visits give us the chance to check your child's teeth, gums, bite, and development. We look for early signs of cavities, spacing issues, or any other factors that could impact their oral health in the future.
Professional cleanings (prophy) help remove plaque and tartar that brushing at home can miss. We also offer tips for brushing and flossing to make those daily routines at home easier and more effective.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a natural mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel and protect against cavities. It's especially important for kids, whose developing teeth are more vulnerable to decay.
We apply fluoride varnish quickly and painlessly after cleanings to give your child's smile an extra layer of protection.
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
Silver diamine fluoride is a gentle, non-invasive way to stop tooth decay in its tracks. Instead of drilling, we simply apply the solution directly to the affected area. The silver kills the bacteria that cause decay, while the fluoride helps remineralize and strengthen the tooth.
Sealants
Sealants are thin, protective coatings that we apply to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where cavities are most likely to form. These areas have deep grooves that can trap food and bacteria, even with regular brushing.
Applying sealants is quick, painless, and doesn't require any numbing or drilling.
Fillings
When a cavity does develop, we offer tooth-colored composite fillings that blend in naturally with your child's smile. Our fillings are safe, strong, and designed to restore the shape and function of your child's tooth without drawing attention to the repair.
Cosmetic Crowns (Tooth-Colored Crowns)
For front teeth or highly visible areas, we offer white dental crowns that match the natural color of your child's smile. These crowns are ideal when a tooth is too damaged for a filling but still needs to be saved.
Cosmetic crowns restore both appearance and function while helping your child feel confident about their smile. They're strong, durable, and made to stand up to the bumps and tumbles of everyday life.
Stainless Steel Crowns (on Baby Teeth)
Stainless steel crowns are often used to protect baby teeth that have been heavily decayed or treated with pulp therapy. These crowns are strong, reliable, and built to last until the baby tooth naturally falls out.
They're especially helpful for younger children who need a durable solution that doesn't require retreatment.
Extractions
In some cases, a baby tooth may need to be removed due to decay, infection, or crowding. We always try to save natural teeth when possible, but extractions can sometimes be the healthiest choice for your child.
We take every step to make the process gentle and stress-free, using calming language, numbing options, and sedation if needed. Afterward, we'll provide clear instructions for home care.
Mouth Guards
Custom mouth guards are an easy way to protect your child's teeth during sports, physical activity, or nighttime grinding. Unlike store-bought versions, ours are custom-fitted for comfort and protection that really works.
Whether your child plays soccer or grinds their teeth at night, we'll help you choose the right guard to protect their growing smile. It's a simple way to avoid chips, fractures, or unnecessary dental work down the road.
Sedation Dentistry
Some children need a little extra support to feel comfortable during dental treatment, and that's perfectly okay.
We offer safe, gentle sedation options to help your child relax while we care for their smile.
Our options include:
- Nitrous Oxide
- Often called "laughing gas," this light sedative helps your child feel calm during treatment. It wears off quickly, with no lasting side effects.
- Sedation
- We can bring in a specialized dental anesthesiologist to administer one of several safe sedation techniques, including oral conscious sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia for severely anxious children or children with special needs.
Special Needs Dentistry
Every child deserves great dental care, especially those with special healthcare needs. Dr. Cole has experience working with children of all abilities and takes the time to learn what makes each child feel safe and supported.
We're happy to adjust our approach to match your child's sensory, behavioral, or medical needs. That may include extra time, a quiet room, modified techniques, or collaboration with your child's care team.
Space Maintainers
When a baby tooth is lost too early, the surrounding teeth may start to shift into the gap, causing crowding or misalignment later on. A space maintainer holds that space open so the adult tooth can come in properly.
Tooth Trauma Management
Accidents happen. And when they do, we're ready. Whether it's a chipped, knocked-out, or cracked tooth, we provide quick, calm care to ease pain and protect your child's smile. Dr. Cole has experience managing a wide range of pediatric dental emergencies with both skill and compassion.