Mission Bay Pediatric Dentistry
Children / Pediatric Dentistry in Dogpatch
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About Mission Bay Pediatric Dentistry
Mission Bay Pediatric Dentistry operates on 3rd Street in the Dogpatch area of San Francisco, California. Pediatric dental care is built around treating children specifically — dentists with additional training in child development and behaviour management, and offices designed to make a first visit unintimidating. Guidance generally points to a child's first dental visit around age one or within six months of the first tooth.
Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not.
Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children. They use a low radiation dose and are taken on a schedule matched to individual risk rather than at every single visit.
Left untreated, small dental problems tend not to stay small. A minor cavity that would have been a straightforward filling can progress to needing root canal treatment and a crown, and early gum inflammation that would have reversed with a good cleaning can progress toward bone loss around the teeth. Catching things early is generally the difference in both effort and cost.
Continuity matters in dental care — seeing the same practice over time means your history, X-rays, and any patterns in your oral health are already on file, rather than starting from scratch at each visit. That familiarity is part of what a regular dental home offers beyond any single appointment.
Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less. You can reach Mission Bay Pediatric Dentistry through this page to ask a question, check current availability, or request an appointment.
Based on 3rd Street in the Dogpatch area of San Francisco, California, Mission Bay Pediatric Dentistry provides children / pediatric dentistry alongside routine dental care. The practice is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Contact details and a full list of services are on this page.
Clinic Details
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Pediatric Dentistry
Business Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday(Today) | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Rated
101 reviews
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Recent Reviews
We were unsure whether to take our little one to our dentist or a pediatric dentist. We’re so glad we took him here! Dr. Shah and the whole team were wonderful. They knew exactly how to handle a terrified toddler , the space was full of toys and our little one was thrilled to leave with his own little gift. Thank you for the great experience!
Dr Shah and the team are amazing! They make every efforts to make kids feel comfortable and relaxed, before starting any treatments or examination. The team is very patient and understands how stressful it can be for a child. Thank you!
This is literally the only dentist office my child has gone to where she didn’t cry and was actually excited to come back 😭 They make the experience so fun for kids. She loves getting to pick different flavors for the toothpaste and fluoride treatment every visit. Everyone there is always so welcoming, patient, and nice, and you can tell they really care about making kids feel comfortable. Even though we have to pay out of pocket, it’s honestly so worth it for the peace of mind and positive experience. So grateful we found this office!
I really recommend Dr. Shah, she took great care of my 4 year kid, her assistants are super friendly and gave my kid a great experience, no traumatic or negative, he really enjoyed his visit
Dr Shah and her team were fantastic! My 3.5 yr old had one previous dental experience which did not go well but with Dr Shah's team, she was smiling and went through the cleaning and exams without a fuss! Clean and bright atmosphere with very kind and patient staff. They help bill out of network insurance and have Saturday hours as well!
My son started coming to Mission Bay Pediatric Dentist when he turned 12 months. We absolutely love Dr.Shah and all of the staff. They always make sure the kids have a good time and send us off with amazing treats after our appointment. Thank you so much for making us feel at home
Best pediatric dental visit experience Dr. Shah and nurse Krissy are super friendly and professional. My 3yo son enjoyed and cooperated with the doctor for the entire time. Absolutely no tear no fear. The clinic is brand new, the environment is clean and comfortable. I would recommend Dr. Shah to all my parent friends! Update 11/13 We have Anthem HMO Basic dental insurance. This clinic is out of network. Dr. Shah handles filing insurance claim and I received full repayment from Anthem today.
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