Children's Dentistry

Gentle Dental Care Built for Kids

From the very first visit through every cleaning and check-up, our brand-new Southpoint office makes the dentist a place kids actually like, with calm, experienced, kid-first care.

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Kid-first, always

Visits paced for your child, explained in words they understand.

Prevention leads

Cleanings, fluoride, and sealants stop most cavities before they start.

Every child welcome

Anxious kids and children with special healthcare needs thrive here.

Caring for smiles from the first tooth on

Baby teeth matter. They help your child eat, speak clearly, and hold space for adult teeth, so caring for them early sets up a lifetime of healthy smiles. We recommend a first dental visit by age one, then gentle checkups every six months.

Prevention leads: cleanings, fluoride, and sealants stop cavities before they start, and modern options like Curodont can reverse early decay without a drill. When treatment is needed, it's gentle, natural-looking, and paced for your child, with safe sedation whenever it helps.

A treatment room at our Southpoint pediatric dental office

Explore pediatric dentistry

Everything your child's smile needs, all in one welcoming place.

First Dental Visit

Gentle first visits for babies and toddlers, best by age one.

Services & Treatments

Cleanings, sealants, fillings, crowns, and complete dental care.

Sedation Dentistry

Calm, safe options from laughing gas to fully asleep care.

Special Needs Care

Compassionate care tailored to every child.

Our goal is simple: visits your child actually looks forward to, and a smile that stays healthy for life.

Where to Find Us in West Jordan

Our Southpoint office sits near 9000 South and 1300 West in West Jordan, just east of Redwood Road and about a mile east of Bangerter Highway. We're minutes from Gardner Village, Veterans Memorial Park, and Jordan Valley Medical Center, with free parking right out front.

Wasatch Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics: Southpoint 9071 S 1300 W Suite 100 West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 676-3700

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Also Serving Families Near West Jordan

Just outside West Jordan? We welcome patients from across Salt Lake County.

Common Questions About Kids' Dentistry

When should my child first see a dentist?

By their first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth coming in. Starting early protects baby teeth and helps your child feel at home at the dentist.

How often should kids have a checkup?

Most children do best with a checkup and cleaning every six months. Kids who are prone to cavities may benefit from more frequent visits.

Do baby teeth really matter?

Yes. Baby teeth help your child eat and speak clearly, and they hold space for the adult teeth. Cavities in baby teeth can cause pain and affect the permanent teeth underneath.

What if my child is scared of the dentist?

That's exactly what we're built for. We move at your child's pace, explain everything in kid-friendly words, and offer safe sedation options when they help.