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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.
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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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.
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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
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.
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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.
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 401 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
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.
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<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.
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 270 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
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.
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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.
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.8★ Google rating across 230 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
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
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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 Mallick — BDS
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.