First Step Dental
Smyleee Rating
Very Good
About First Step Dental
First Step Dental is simply a kid-centered dental office like no other, and the first choice for your child. the practice is dedicated to making your child's dental visits as fun and enjoyable as possible. We're also committed to providing the highest quality care–and we're experts at making dental visits a convenient and stress-free experience for parents.
We have proudly served families in the Central Valley for more than 15 years. We've created a friendly environment in three modern locations and offer a full range of safe pediatric dental services, including sedation dentistry for young patients with special needs or those who may be apprehensive.
Conveniences for parents include:
Extended office hours Monday through Friday Saturday appointments available Coverage available for most dental emergencies Most insurances accepted Flexible payment plan options, including financing through CareCredit Because the practice is committed to being your first choice in dental care for your child, we've begun adding Orthodontic first and second-phase treatment and options to make appointments and payments via our website.
the practice holds that when children want their parents to bring them back to us for dental care, it promotes a lifetime of excellent dental health. Call us for an appointment today!
At First Step Dental, the practice holds that the best dental care comes with a healthy dose of fun. That's why our modern facilities have been specially designed with children in mind. When children enjoy their dental visits, they like to come back.
Inside our kid-friendly offices, you'll find caring and compassionate staff members who specialize in children's dentistry. We take extra care to be gentle with your child while providing the highest quality dentistry. When parents entrust us with their child's care, they can patients can be confident that we are using the latest and safest--dental techniques. And that we know we are caring for their most precious possession: their child.
First Step Dental is simply a kid-centered dental office like no other, and the first choice for your child. We are dedicated to making your child's dental visits as fun and enjoyable as possible. We're also committed to providing the highest quality care–and we're experts at making dental visits a convenient and stress-free experience for parents. We have proudly served families in the Central Valley for more than 15 years. We've created a friendly environment in three state-of-the-art locati
Clinic Details
Best Known For
Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Root Canal Treatment, Sedation Dentistry, Dental Crowns
Business Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday(Today) | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Location
Services Offered
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Children's dentistry at First Step Dental delivers cleanings, exams, and cavity care in a way that suits young patients and builds healthy habits early.
Orthodontics
Orthodontics at First Step Dental corrects alignment and bite problems, with options matched to each patient's age and case.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy clears infection from within a tooth, easing pain and preserving a natural tooth that would otherwise be lost.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation options make longer or more involved procedures easier to sit through for nervous patients.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns cover and protect compromised teeth, often after root canal treatment or a large filling.
Other services
Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Very Good
98 reviews
Smyleee Rating reflects verified profile signals, reviews, and overall care quality.
Recent Reviews
Can’t thank Dr Remya and Estela at the Turlock office for such an amazing experience for my child. We had been to a couple other dentist prior and the others couldn’t ever compare to First Step. The total experience was great and they go above and beyond to help keep the child as comfortable as possible. So kind and friendly. Thank you again
Second visit with my daughter and first with my son. Sandy at the front desk was so warm and friendly and Sam and Emily were amazing with both kids.
This is the best dentist ever! Sandy Franco was our dental assistant and she was super nice and personable! And of course Dr. Remya is always the best!!!
Great experience, my son has been going there over 10 years and he has always had a pleasant experience.
Amazing first visit for my 3 year old! Front desk staff, dentist and entire team were all so helpful, patient and friendly. My daughter left today being excited for the next visit, highly recommend!
My son took a fall and needed a baby tooth extracted and Dr A and her team did an amazing job helping us even with my 3 year old moving around. Grateful she was able to take care or us!
I truly can’t express enough gratitude for First Step Dental. I searched far and wide, visiting place after place and spending countless hours reading reviews and researching doctors. As a mother—especially after past experiences at other dental offices—I needed complete peace of mind when choosing a dentist for my little ones. From the moment I found First Step Dental, I knew this was different. They have been nothing short of amazing. From day one, they welcomed us with open arms and made us feel like family, as if we’d known each other for years. Every single staff member treats me with such kindness and respect, and what means the most to me is the genuine love, patience, and care they show my children. The compassion they have for their young patients is truly special. I am beyond thankful for their guidance, their reassurance, and the incredible care they provide. Choosing First Step Dental was one of the best decisions I could have made for my children, and I am so grateful for everything they do.
We are visiting from out of town and my son had a dental emergency. They were able to get him in immediately, and the staff did such an amazing job making him feel comfortable. I highly recommend this dental office!
Very kind and caring staff. Went above and beyond to help my 3 year old be comfortable with the dental exam. She cried in the end because she didn’t want to leave. My 4 year old enjoyed her visit too and asked when we will be coming back. Highly recommend for young children.
Today my son had an appointment and Jenny helped my son with his appointment, taking XRay and cleaning his teeth, she was very patient and amazing. My son loved his experience and I did too. My son's Dentist is amazing too. I highly recommend First step Dental to everyone, all employees and Dentists who work her are supper nice!
I got referred here by my sister in law a couple years ago.. I love my daughter’s doctor and his team! All the staff is great but today I was helped by Jenny who’s amazing with my girls and Sandy F. At the front desk. They both helped make the process smooth!
They are always accommodating and getting you in last minute. My son developed an infection cause by a tooth. Was able to get him in the same morning I called and a few days later after antibiotics, he was scheduled for the extraction. The dentist is very good with kids! Been going for about 12 years and we live out of town.
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