Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in Tucson Arizona

Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in Tucson Arizona

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

Reviewed July 15, 2026Ranking recomputed July 1, 20265 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

  • Glenn Medical Village is the strongest overall starting point in Tucson if you want a dependable option for cosmetic dentistry.
  • Wilde Orthodontics has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Grinz Orthodontics - NW Tucson is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

5 clinics scored on this page

68.2

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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.

Pediatric Dentists Costs in Tucson, Arizona (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
Space maintainer$200 – $500
Stainless steel crown$250 – $500

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

Prices verified Jul 15, 2026

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Top Clinics in Tucson Proper

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

1

Glenn Medical Village

4.6(57)·9.5 km from Tucson Downtown
68Smyleee

5170, East Glenn Street, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona

Documented for cosmetic dentistry in Tucson, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 17 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

It works particularly well for families wanting their dental visits clustered with the same medical complex they already use for primary care or pediatrics, and suits patients who prefer a small-practice feel over corporate dental chains.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryAffordable Dental CareCosmetic DentistryDental Bridges+13 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry and 57 verified Google reviews.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry
Proof17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
2

Wilde Orthodontics

5.0(401)·13 km from Tucson Downtown
90Smyleee

1320, West Ina Road, Orange Grove Park, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Orthodontics focus in Tucson, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 4 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

The practice runs a family-focused orthodontic office covering braces, Invisalign, and clear-aligner orthodontics for kids, teens, and adults. The practice also handles <strong>adult orthodontic cases</strong> for patients who skipped braces as kids or are managing relapse from prior treatment. Patients searching for the best orthodontist near Tucson, adult orthodontics in Tucson, or ceramic braces in Tucson frequently consult family-focused practices like this one when continuity across multiple kids matters. It suits households with several children whose orthodontic needs come up at different times, and works for adults wanting an experienced orthodontist for a first-time alignment case rather than someone newer to the discipline.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesInvisalignOrthodontics
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 90/1005.0★ · 401 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 401 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 5.0★ · 401 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
3

Doctor Smiles Orthodontics

5.0(270)·11 km from Tucson Downtown
88Smyleee

Suite A-1, 801, North Wilmot Road, Thunderbird Heights/Wilmot Desert Estates, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens Monday at 8 AM

Tucson clinic with a orthodontics specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 4 procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

<p>Doctor Smiles Orthodontics on North Wilmot Road sits in the Thunderbird Heights area near Tucson Medical Center, a familiar east-side corridor for families already routing pediatric or family medical visits through the same area. The clinic runs an orthodontic practice covering braces, Invisalign, and clear-aligner treatment for kids, teens, and adults. The practice also handles <strong>kids' orthodontic evaluations</strong> with imaging-driven treatment plans so projected duration and cost can be set realistically up front rather than estimated loosely. Patients searching for affordable braces in Tucson, AZ, Invisalign in Tucson, or kids braces in Tucson frequently end up consulting orthodontic practices in established medical corridors like this one when scheduling continuity matters.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesInvisalignOrthodontics
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 88/1005.0★ · 270 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 270 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 5.0★ · 270 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026
4

Smile Straight Orthodontics - Country Club Rd.

4.8(230)·5.3 km from Tucson Downtown
85Smyleee

4, 2102, North Country Club Road, Palo Verde, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7:30 AM

Orthodontics is the documented focus in Tucson; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 4 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

The practice also handles <strong>kids' orthodontic evaluations and early-intervention work</strong> for patients whose general dentists have flagged crowding or alignment issues at recent checkups. Patients searching for an orthodontist in Tucson, Invisalign in Tucson, or kids braces in Tucson frequently consult focused orthodontic practices like this one when planning treatment for one or more kids.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesInvisalignOrthodontics
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 85/1004.8★ · 230 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 230 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 85/100 · 4.8★ · 230 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 4, 2026

7488 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Children / Pediatric Dentistry isn't listed directly on profile, but this Tucson clinic is documented for cosmetic dentistry across 5 services.

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<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-primary underline" href="https://grinzorthodontics.com/">Grinz Orthodontics</a> in Tucson, AZ offers braces, Invisalign®, and teeth whitening for children, teens, and adults. With advanced 3D scanning, the innovative ZMYL program, and flexible financing, we make achieving a confident smile simple and stress-free.</p>

Services:BracesInvisalignOrthodonticsSmile Makeovers+1 more
4.8★ · 261 reviews20+ years
Why this ranks
Best forCosmetic Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.8★ Google rating across 261 verified reviews and practicing since 2006 (20 years).
Stands out4.8★ · 261 reviews · 20+ years
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website5 services listed
TradeoffChildren / Pediatric Dentistry is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 17, 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
1Glenn Medical Village684.6(57)
2Wilde Orthodontics905.0(401)
3Doctor Smiles Orthodontics885.0(270)
4Smile Straight Orthodontics - Country Club Rd.854.8(230)
5Grinz Orthodontics - NW Tucson664.8(261)

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 Tucson, Arizona

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

#ClinicCitySmyleeeGoogleReviewsAction
#11Campbell Dental GroupTucson49.3View →
#12Great Smile Family DentistryTucson49.3View →
#13Pima Family DentistryTucson49.3View →
#14Dentists of TucsonTucson46.6View →
#15Newman DentalTucson46.6View →
#16Tucson Biological DentistryTucson46.6View →

How to Choose a Dentist in Tucson, Arizona

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 July 15, 2026Independently reviewed

Pediatric dental specialists in Tucson serve a patient community with above-average early childhood caries rates — a city where the south Tucson and south Arizona border communities have some of the highest pediatric dental disease burden in the nation, and where the UA College of Dentistry pediatric dentistry residency program provides both the specialist training and the clinical access point for the most complex pediatric cases. Tucson's ABPD board-certified pediatric dentists manage the full clinical complexity range: from the infant dental home visit at twelve months for the south Tucson patient enrolled in Arizona AHCCCS, through the severe early childhood caries case requiring hospital dentistry under general anesthesia, to the adolescent special-needs patient whose medical complexity makes general dental management inappropriate.

Smyleee evaluated Tucson pediatric dental specialists on ABPD board certification or UA residency training, hospital dentistry access, special needs patient management capability, AHCCCS and CHIP billing, and clinical outcome consistency across the full pediatric complexity range. These ten Tucson practices are the pediatric dentists the data confirmed as delivering the most clinically capable and accessible specialist pediatric dental care in southern Arizona's largest pediatric dental market.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Tucson, a child dental exam typically costs $50 – $150, based on Smyleee's July 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby root canal) in Tucson typically ranges $200 – $400 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown in Tucson typically ranges $250 – $500 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A baby tooth extraction in Tucson typically ranges $100 – $250 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Tucson 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 July 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 Tucson 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 Arizona 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 Tucson 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: July 15, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: July 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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