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Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS

Children / Pediatric Dentistry and general care in Little Russia

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(415) 668-0600WebsiteUpdated Aug 24, 2026

About Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS

Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS is a dental practice on Clement Street in the Little Russia 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.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward.

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. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS is a dental practice on Clement Street in the Little Russia area of San Francisco, California, offering children / pediatric dentistry among its listed services. The practice is open Tuesday through Saturday. You can reach the practice through this page to ask about treatment or request an appointment.

Clinic Details

Best Known For

Pediatric Dentistry

Business Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday(Today)
9:00 AM5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM5:00 PM
Thursday
2:00 PM7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM2:00 PM
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS located in San Francisco?
Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS is on Clement Street in the Little Russia area of San Francisco, California (94121).
What days is Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS open?
Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS is open Tuesday through Saturday. Contact the practice through this page to confirm current appointment times before travelling.
What services does Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS offer?
Listed services at Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS include Children / Pediatric Dentistry. The full list is shown on this page.
What does a paediatric dentist do differently?
They complete additional training focused on children — how teeth develop, how to manage anxiety and behaviour in the chair, and conditions specific to young patients. The practical difference is usually as much about handling the visit as the treatment itself.
When do children start losing baby teeth?
Usually from around age six, continuing until roughly age twelve, though the timing varies widely between children. Adult molars also come through at the back around age six without any baby tooth falling out first.
Why do dentists take X-rays?
Decay between teeth and problems below the gumline are invisible to the naked eye, so X-rays are what reveal them. Modern digital images use a low dose and are taken only when clinically justified.

Location

Services Offered

Children / Pediatric Dentistry

Reviews

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K***1 month ago

We love Dr. Ida and her team! They are so great with kids and the whole office is kind and professional. Highly recommend!

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Y***2 months ago

Great people, excellent dental care for children, thank you!

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M***2 months ago

The staff at Seaside Dental are so kind and patient with my kid. They made sure he was comfortable and talked directly to him, taking care to show him all the tools they'd use and why. It made a huge difference in making him feel comfortable and relaxed enough for a good teeth cleaning.

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J***3 months ago

Always a great experience! My child lets them clean and work on her teeth which is not an easy feat!

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S***5 months ago

This practice is just about as good as it gets. Dr. Ida and her whole team are highly knowledgeable, caring, warm, always very thorough in their work, and patient. They are very proactive in identifying any potential issues, and then generous in sharing education/support and time with parents and patients. The front desk is eminently professional, and very supportive and efficient with everything from insurance issues to extensive scheduling logistics. Visiting the dentist is like a ray of sunshine - with a team this skilled and with toys throughout their office. My toddler and preschooler beg to go to the dentist!!

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M***5 months ago

My 8 year-old son went in for his 3-month desensitization appointment. Seaside Dental provides this service to help young children build confidence, comfort, along with positive experiences and relationships at the dental office. A couple of hours before the appointment, I got a call telling me that his regular dental hygienist wasn’t working that day. I felt confident that another hygienist would work just as well. I was very pleased that she was indeed wonderful with my son. She (I cannot remember her name unfortunately) was extremely positive, kind, deftly took her cues from my son when he was distracted, had requests or uncertain anytime during the visit. This woman is either a mom, big sister or someone who clearly understands children and effective ways to work with them. I am grateful for the diligent and supportive care Seaside Dental provides for my children. I now truly understand the importance of pediatric dental practices. I wish I had a pediatric dentist when I was a child.

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M***6 months ago

Found an appointment for my son the same week. Easy online registration process, and they called me the same day to confirm an appointment. The appointment was great. Dr. Ida and her staff are naturals with children and have a great setup to make them feel comfortable. I would recommend Seaside Kids Dental

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L***8 months ago

We had such a great experience at Seaside Kids Dental. Everyone was incredibly kind and patient, and they explained every step in a way my children could understand. My children felt relaxed the whole time. Highly recommend for any parent looking for gentle, professional dental care!

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