Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in Charlotte North Carolina

Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in Charlotte North Carolina

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 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

  • University Pediatric Dentistry is the strongest overall starting point in Charlotte if you want a dependable option for children / pediatric dentistry.
  • All 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

10 clinics scored on this page

84.9

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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.

Children / Pediatric Dentistry Costs in Charlotte, North Carolina (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Child dental exam + cleaning (under 12)$150 – $250
Fluoride treatment$30 – $60
Dental sealants (per tooth)$40 – $80
Child X-rays (bitewings)$25 – $50
Composite filling (child, per tooth)$80 – $150
Stainless steel crown (primary tooth)$200 – $350
Pulpotomy (baby tooth root canal)$150 – $300
Space maintainer$250 – $450
Nitrous oxide sedation (per visit)$50 – $100
Athletic mouthguard (custom)$150 – $300

Prices sourced from All Kids Pediatric Dentistry Charlotte, North Carolina dental practices, and regional averages. Ranges reflect Charlotte, North Carolina pricing as of 2026 in USD. Most insurance plans are accepted with flexible payment options available. Medicaid reimbursement rates are proposed to increase to nearly 46%.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Top Clinics in Charlotte Proper

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

1

University Pediatric Dentistry

4.9(1.1k)·14 km from Charlotte Downtown
85Smyleee

Suite 104, 2325, West Arbors Drive, Mallard Creek - Withrow Downs, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Documented for children / pediatric dentistry in Charlotte, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

University Pediatric Dentistry operates on West Arbors Drive in the Mallard Creek - Withrow Downs area of Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. It typically covers routine checkups and restorative treatment for both children and adults, with referrals out for anything requiring specialist training. It is most often applied to children's permanent molars shortly after they come through, though adults can benefit too. Contact details for University Pediatric Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental SealantsEmergency Dentistry+3 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 85/1004.9★ · 1.1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,071 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 85/100 · 4.9★ · 1.1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 9, 2026
2

All Kids Pediatric Dentistry

4.8(2.1k)·12 km from Charlotte Downtown
82Smyleee

Suite C, 2630, West Arrowood Road, Olde Whitehall, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry focus in Charlotte, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 5 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

All Kids Pediatric Dentistry operates on West Arrowood Road in the Olde Whitehall area of Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. It is most often applied to children's permanent molars shortly after they come through, though adults can benefit too. Use this page to find contact information for All Kids Pediatric Dentistry and to see its full range of services before getting in touch.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDental FillingsDental SealantsEmergency Dentistry+1 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.8★ · 2.1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 2,116 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.8★ · 2.1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
3

Braces by Bird

4.8(159)·22 km from Charlotte Downtown
84Smyleee

16614, Riverstone Way, Ballantyne, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Charlotte clinic with a braces specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 3 procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

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. It is offered to both children, where early evaluation can catch developing issues, and adults at any age. 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 DentistryBracesOrthodontics
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.8★ · 159 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 159 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.8★ · 159 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 14, 2026
4

Plaza Midwood Dentistry

4.9(611)·3.1 km from Charlotte Downtown
92Smyleee

F, 1308, The Plaza, Plaza Midwood, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in Charlotte; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 7 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

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.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental FillingsDental Implants+3 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 611 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 611 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 611 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 15, 2026
5

Young and Polite Children's Dentistry

4.7(270)·11 km from Charlotte Downtown
86Smyleee

100, 3010, Baucom Road, Prosperity Church Road, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Profile in Charlotte flags children / pediatric dentistry; lists Children / Pediatric Dentistry alongside 3 other documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Young and Polite Children's Dentistry provides dental care on Baucom Road in the Prosperity Church Road area of Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. It is most often applied to children's permanent molars shortly after they come through, though adults can benefit too.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDental SealantsEmergency DentistrySedation Dentistry
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.7★ · 270 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 270 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.7★ · 270 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 15, 2026
6

Dilworth Family Dentistry

4.9(971)·6.6 km from Charlotte Downtown
92Smyleee

4600, Park Road, Madison Park, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7 AM

Charlotte practice known for emergency dentistry, with Children / Pediatric Dentistry among 11 documented procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Preventive dental care at this practice includes routine examinations, professional cleanings, digital X-rays, and gum health assessments for both adults and children.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental FillingsEmergency Dentistry+7 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 971 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 971 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 971 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website11 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 15, 2026
7

Bird Pediatric Dentistry

4.4(270)·22 km from Charlotte Downtown
83Smyleee

STE 300, 16607, Riverstone Way, Ballantyne, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 7:30 AM

Documented for children / pediatric dentistry in Charlotte, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 5 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Bird Pediatric Dentistry operates on Riverstone Way in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. It is most often applied to children's permanent molars shortly after they come through, though adults can benefit too. Contact details for Bird Pediatric Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDental FillingsDental SealantsSedation Dentistry+1 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 270 verified Google reviews, and Smyleee Rating 83/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 14, 2026
8

Smile Starters- Freedom Dr

4.6(927)·4.4 km from Charlotte Downtown
88Smyleee

B, 3053, Freedom Drive, Ashley Park, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry focus in Charlotte, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 7 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

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.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental FillingsDentures+3 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 88/1004.6★ · 927 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.6★ Google rating across 927 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.6★ · 927 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 15, 2026
9

McNeely Family Dentistry

4.9(1.5k)·18 km from Charlotte Downtown
82Smyleee

Suite 202, 9550, Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Charlotte clinic with a children / pediatric dentistry specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 12 procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

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. It typically covers routine checkups and restorative treatment for both children and adults, with referrals out for anything requiring specialist training.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental CrownsDental Fillings+8 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.9★ · 1.5k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 1,543 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 82/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.9★ · 1.5k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website12 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
10

Ballantyne Family Dental

4.8(814)·17 km from Charlotte Downtown
90Smyleee

202, 12312, Copper Way, Whiteoak, Charlotte, North Carolina

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in Charlotte; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 13 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

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. It typically covers routine checkups and restorative treatment for both children and adults, with referrals out for anything requiring specialist training.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryComprehensive Dental CareDental CrownsDental Fillings+9 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.8★ · 814 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 814 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.8★ · 814 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 14, 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
1University Pediatric Dentistry854.9(1,071)
2All Kids Pediatric Dentistry824.8(2,116)
3Braces by Bird844.8(159)
4Plaza Midwood Dentistry924.9(611)
5Young and Polite Children's Dentistry864.7(270)
6Dilworth Family Dentistry924.9(971)
7Bird Pediatric Dentistry834.4(270)
8Smile Starters- Freedom Dr884.6(927)
9McNeely Family Dentistry824.9(1,543)
10Ballantyne Family Dental904.8(814)

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 Charlotte

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

#ClinicCitySmyleeeGoogleReviewsAction
#11SouthPark Pediatric DentistryCharlotte80.84.9★1049View →
#12Friendly DentalCharlotte89.04.5★528View →
#13Piedmont DentistryCharlotte87.74.9★974View →
#14Friendly Dental Group of BallantyneCharlotte90.04.6★442View →
#15Waverly DentalCharlotte90.24.7★469View →
#16McNulty and Dancausse General DentistryCharlotte92.85.0★444View →
#17Carolina Dentistry @ The StateLineCharlotte93.34.9★341View →
#18Cotswold Family DentistryCharlotte92.24.9★248View →
#19Ayrsley Family DentistryCharlotte90.64.9★352View →
#20Friendly Dental of Group of Charlotte-WhitehallCharlotte86.34.5★703View →
#21Blooming Smiles Pediatric DentistryCharlotte87.14.8★276View →
#22Carolina DentalCharlotte83.14.6★287View →
#23Serenity Family DentistryCharlotte88.54.8★187View →
#24Belvedere Family DentistryCharlotte85.84.7★284View →
#25Smile Starters - N. Tryon StCharlotte86.34.5★734View →
#26Park South Charlotte Dentistry | Gregory S. Morrison, DDSCharlotte81.74.9★124View →
#27Warrier Family DentistryCharlotte90.04.9★291View →
#28Apollo DentalCharlotte70.34.8★166View →
#29Dr. Samuel J. Burrow III, DDSCharlotte67.14.3★17View →
#30A Smile 4U Family DentistryCharlotte59.13.9★43View →
#31Jackson OrthodonticsCharlotte91.84.9★513View →
#32Laxer, Long & Savage: Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry & OrthodonticsCharlotte87.54.8★311View →
#33Lineberger Orthodontics - CharlotteCharlotte91.85.0★587View →
#34Webb OrthodonticsCharlotte78.15.0★1029View →
#35Drs. Pappert & Kirk Family DentistryCharlotte46.6View →
#36Albermarle Road Family DentistryCharlotte39.7View →
#37Charlotte Pediatric DentistryCharlotte39.7View →
#38Burrow & Welchel Orthodontics of CharlotteCharlotte34.2View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Charlotte

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 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Paediatric dental specialists in Charlotte, North Carolina — ABPD board-certified Diplomates — serve a patient community that has grown faster than the specialist pipeline can organically supply. Charlotte's population growth has produced a paediatric dental capacity shortage that manifests as extended new-patient wait times at the ABPD practices whose established patient recall and new patient demand are both increasing simultaneously. Levine Children's Hospital at Atrium Health provides Charlotte's primary hospital dentistry venue for the paediatric dental specialist managing the severe early childhood caries case requiring general anaesthesia, the medically compromised special needs child, and the paediatric dental trauma case whose management requires operating room access. North Carolina's Medicaid expansion has extended coverage to income-eligible children through NC Medicaid and Health Choice, and the Charlotte paediatric dental specialist who participates in the covered programme serves a high demand from the city's lower-income family community whose children's specialist needs are covered but whose appointment access is constrained by the specialist supply shortage.

Smyleee evaluated Charlotte paediatric dental specialists on ABPD board certification and residency training, Levine Children's Hospital or Atrium Health hospital dentistry access, NC Medicaid and Health Choice billing for covered paediatric services, Spanish-language capability for the East Charlotte Latino patient community, special needs patient management scope, and paediatric clinical outcome consistency across the full complexity range. These ten Charlotte practices are the paediatric dentists the data confirmed as delivering the most clinically capable and hospital-connected specialist paediatric dental care available in the rapidly growing Charlotte metropolitan market.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Charlotte, a child dental exam + cleaning (under 12) typically costs $150 – $250, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby tooth root canal) in Charlotte typically ranges $150 – $300 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown (primary tooth) in Charlotte typically ranges $200 – $350 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A composite filling (child, per tooth) in Charlotte typically ranges $80 – $150 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 North Carolina 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 Charlotte 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%
Pediatric Dentists 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 2, 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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