Top 10 Kids Dentist in Tampa Florida

Top 10 Kids Dentist in Tampa Florida

Compare Tampa-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 3, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20266 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Playa Family Dentistry is the strongest overall starting point in Tampa if you want a dependable option for pediatric dentistry.
  • Happy Kids Pediatric Dentistry has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.

Quick Summary

6 clinics scored on this page

75.0

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Kids Dentist Costs in Tampa, Florida (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Child dental exam$50 – $150
Child dental cleaning$80 – $200
Fluoride treatment$25 – $75
Dental sealants (per tooth)$30 – $60
Baby tooth extraction$100 – $250
Pulpotomy (baby root canal)$200 – $400
Stainless steel crown$250 – $500
Space maintainer$200 – $500

Price ranges reflect typical Tampa, Florida pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 3, 2026

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Top Clinics in Tampa Proper

Only clinics physically located in Tampa appear in this primary ranking.

1

Playa Family Dentistry

4.9(844)·8.0 km from Tampa Downtown
75Smyleee

Suite 702, 4340, West Hillsborough Avenue, Drew Park, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Documented for pediatric dentistry in Tampa, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 27 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Dental sealants for paediatric preventive care and children's dentistry are listed alongside adult general and family dental services. Sedation dentistry covers the anxiety management needs of children and adults who cannot tolerate standard dental appointments comfortably.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryAffordable Dental CareComprehensive Dental CareCosmetic Dentistry+23 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.9★ · 844 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 844 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.9★ · 844 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
2

Sage Dental Kids of New Tampa

4.8(581)·26 km from Tampa Downtown
59Smyleee

Suite B, 10317, Cross Creek Boulevard, County Line Coalition, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens today at 8:30 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Tampa, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 1 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Sage Dental Kids of New Tampa operates on Cross Creek Boulevard in the County Line Coalition area of Tampa, Florida. 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. Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed. Contact details for Sage Dental Kids of New Tampa are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.8★ · 581 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 581 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.8★ · 581 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 10, 2026
3

Happy Kids Pediatric Dentistry

4.3(603)·12 km from Tampa Downtown
52Smyleee

7715, West Hillsborough Avenue, Town N County Park, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Tampa clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 1 procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Based on West Hillsborough Avenue in the Town N County Park area of Tampa, Florida, Happy Kids Pediatric Dentistry is a dental practice serving the area. 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. Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed.

Services:Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 603 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 10, 2026
4

Heights Pediatric Dentistry

5.0(206)·4.1 km from Tampa Downtown
59Smyleee

120, East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, South Seminole Heights, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in Tampa; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 1 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Heights Pediatric Dentistry operates on East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard in the South Seminole Heights area of Tampa, Florida. 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. 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. Contact details for Heights Pediatric Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry5.0★ · 206 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 5.0★ Google rating across 206 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 5.0★ · 206 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 10, 2026
5

South Tampa Pediatric Dentistry

4.9(259)·3.7 km from Tampa Downtown
57Smyleee

3224, Henderson Boulevard, South Tampa, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens today at 7:30 AM

Profile in Tampa flags pediatric dentistry; lists Children / Pediatric Dentistry alongside 1 other documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

South Tampa Pediatric Dentistry provides dental care on Henderson Boulevard in the South Tampa area of Tampa, Florida. 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. 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. Contact details for South Tampa Pediatric Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryRoot Canal Treatment
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.9★ · 259 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 4.9★ Google rating across 259 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.9★ · 259 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 10, 2026
6

Kids Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

4.8(153)·14 km from Tampa Downtown
55Smyleee

1773, West Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, Florida

Closed · Opens Monday at 8:30 AM

Tampa practice known for pediatric dentistry, with Children / Pediatric Dentistry among 1 documented procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Kids Smiles Pediatric Dentistry provides dental care on West Fletcher Avenue in Tampa, Florida. 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. Children benefit from starting dental visits early, generally by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth coming through, mainly so they become familiar with the setting before any treatment is actually needed.

Services:Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.8★ · 153 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 4.8★ Google rating across 153 verified reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.8★ · 153 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 10, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every children / pediatric dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
1Playa Family Dentistry754.9(844)
2Sage Dental Kids of New Tampa594.8(581)
3Happy Kids Pediatric Dentistry524.3(603)
4Heights Pediatric Dentistry595.0(206)
5South Tampa Pediatric Dentistry574.9(259)
6Kids Smiles Pediatric Dentistry554.8(153)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

Other Top Children / Pediatric Dentistry Clinics in Tampa

4 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

How to Choose a Dentist in Tampa

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 3, 2026Independently reviewed

Kids' dental care in Tampa serves a child patient community that is shaped by the city's military, Hispanic, and African-American demographic profile. The MacDill Air Force Base dependent child whose family cycles through Tampa on a three-year assignment needs a kids' dental practice that can absorb a new patient efficiently, generate a complete record for the next base, and deliver the preventive care that the dependent child deserves during their Tampa tenure. The East Tampa Hispanic family and the West Tampa African-American community need the same quality of first dental experience with the language capability and Florida KidCare billing infrastructure that makes access real rather than nominal. Tampa's kids' dental market is served without the benefit of an in-city dental school's pediatric training clinic, placing the entire quality burden on the private pediatric dental practice infrastructure.

Smyleee evaluated Tampa kids' dental practices on Tricare and Florida KidCare billing for military and civilian enrolled children, Spanish-language team capability for the East Tampa Hispanic patient community, pediatric behavior guidance approach and clinical environment design, geographic distribution across Hillsborough County's wide footprint, and parent-verified positive first dental experience consistency. These ten Tampa kids' dental clinics are the practices the data confirmed as most reliably delivering the bilingual, coverage-inclusive early dental care that Tampa's diverse young patient demographic deserves.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Tampa, a child dental exam typically costs $50 – $150, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby root canal) in Tampa typically ranges $200 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown in Tampa typically ranges $250 – $500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A baby tooth extraction in Tampa typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Tampa pediatric dentistry clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers pediatric dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in Tampa accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Florida dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Tampa metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Kids Dentist expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 3, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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