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 August 6, 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

  • Campbell Dental Group is the strongest overall starting point in Tucson if you want a dependable option for dental implants.
  • Dentists of Tucson has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Newman Dental is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.

Quick Summary

6 clinics scored on this page

94.5

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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 Aug 6, 2026

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Top Clinics in Tucson Proper

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

1

Campbell Dental Group

4.9(751)·6.8 km from Tucson Downtown
95Smyleee

3940, North Campbell Avenue, Marjack, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Documented for dental implants in Tucson, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 28 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Because pediatric dentistry is part of the practice, parents can bring young children into the same office they trust for their own care. Families benefit from having children's, general, and cosmetic care in one place; implant and full-rehabilitation patients have the restorative tools they need; and nervous patients have sedation to lean on.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesBruxismCAD/CAM Dental Restorations+24 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 751 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 751 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 751 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published28 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
2

Newman Dental

4.9(506)·11 km from Tucson Downtown
90Smyleee

115, 5977, East Grant Road, Rainbow Vista Estates Annex, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Dental Implants focus in Tucson, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 27 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Because pediatric dentistry is part of the practice, parents can keep children's care in the same office they use themselves, and affordable dental care is listed for those weighing cost.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesBruxismCAD/CAM Dental Restorations+23 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 506 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 506 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 506 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published27 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
3

Great Smile Family Dentistry

4.9(300)·14 km from Tucson Downtown
93Smyleee

7578, North La Cholla Boulevard, La Cholla Corporate Center, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Tucson clinic with a dental implants specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 15 procedures.

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Great Smile Family Dentistry occupies a spot on North La Cholla Boulevard in northwest Tucson, where it functions as a general and family practice with a wider-than-usual reach. Regular cleanings and exams keep patients on track, and the team is set up to move from prevention into treatment without sending people elsewhere for the next step.

The restorative and specialty work is what gives the office its depth. Dental crowns and implants restore broken or missing teeth, root canal treatment saves teeth that might otherwise be lost, and emergency dentistry covers the unexpected, a chipped tooth, sudden swelling, or pain that cannot wait. Two services stand out from the usual general list: TMJ/TMD treatment for jaw pain and clicking, and sleep apnea treatment, both pointing to care that considers how the mouth and jaw affect comfort and rest.

Cosmetic dentistry rounds out the picture. Teeth whitening brightens a dull smile, veneers reshape and refine front teeth, and the practice's broader cosmetic work lets patients plan changes thoughtfully rather than piecemeal. Affordable dental care appears among the services, giving cost-aware patients a way to start the conversation about what is realistic.

Because family dental care anchors everything, the practice fits households juggling several schedules and stages of life, children needing preventive visits, adults considering implants, and anyone managing a nagging jaw or sleep concern alongside their dental health. The combination of everyday maintenance, tooth-saving treatment, and attention to TMJ and sleep issues makes Great Smile a practical home for Tucson families who want range and continuity from a single neighborhood office on La Cholla. Having root canal treatment, crowns, and implants available in-house means a problem tooth can often be diagnosed and treated by the same team, while the practice's attention to TMJ, TMD, and sleep concerns gives patients on the northwest side a place that looks past the teeth to the comfort and rest that depend on a healthy jaw and bite.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CleaningDental Crowns+11 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 93/1004.9★ · 300 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 300 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.9★ · 300 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
4

Dentists of Tucson

4.5(647)·17 km from Tucson Downtown
86Smyleee

Ste 110, 1060, South Harrison Road, Hermosa Hills, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 7 AM

Dental Implants is the documented focus in Tucson; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 21 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric dentistry means children can be seen in the same office, and affordable dental care is listed for those weighing cost.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+17 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.5★ · 647 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.5★ Google rating across 647 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.5★ · 647 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published21 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
5

Tucson Biological Dentistry

4.7(153)·4.2 km from Tucson Downtown
84Smyleee

Suite 35, 1601, North Tucson Boulevard, Blenman-Elm Historic District, Tucson, Arizona

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Profile in Tucson flags dental implants; lists Children / Pediatric Dentistry alongside 12 other documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Because pediatric dentistry is included, the practice can serve children alongside adults, which makes it a workable option for families who specifically want a biologically minded office for everyone in the household.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryCrowns & BridgesDental Fillings+9 more
Offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry4.7★ · 153 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 153 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 84/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · 4.7★ · 153 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published13 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
6

Glenn Medical Village

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

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

Tucson practice known for cosmetic dentistry, with Children / Pediatric Dentistry among 17 documented procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

If you're already routing kids through the Tucson Medical Center campus for pediatrics or family medicine, this is a sensible dental practice to slot into the same calendar. 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

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
1Campbell Dental Group954.9(751)
2Newman Dental904.9(506)
3Great Smile Family Dentistry934.9(300)
4Dentists of Tucson864.5(647)
5Tucson Biological Dentistry844.7(153)
6Glenn Medical Village684.6(57)

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

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

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#11Doctor Smiles OrthodonticsTucson88.45.0★270View →
#12Wilde OrthodonticsTucson89.75.0★401View →
#13Smile Straight Orthodontics - Country Club Rd.Tucson85.14.8★230View →

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 August 6, 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 August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby root canal) in Tucson typically ranges $200 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown in Tucson typically ranges $250 – $500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A baby tooth extraction in Tucson typically ranges $100 – $250 (August 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 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 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: August 6, 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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