Pediatric Dental Associates of Alabama

Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics at Seven Alabama Locations

Pediatric Dental Associates of Alabama is a network of dental clinics dedicated to children's dental care and orthodontics. Its activity is spread across seven locations in the state: Birmingham, Calera, Cullman, Hoover, Oxford, Pell City, and Trussville. The organization combines pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, disciplines that, according to its own presentation, work together to lay the foundation for lasting oral health.

Dental Services for Children

The service catalog covers both prevention and specific treatments for pediatric patients:

• Prevention: focused on stopping problems before they start.
• Early Dental Care: aimed at young children, in an environment the clinic describes as fun and comforting.
• Sedation Dentistry: for cases where a dental appointment is a little too much for a little one.
• Pediatric Crowns: the clinic uses NuSmile esthetic pediatric crowns.
• Custom Mouthguards: for children who play sports.
• Space Maintainers: aimed at preserving space for permanent teeth.
• Orthodontics: integrated with pediatric dentistry.

Professional Team

The clinic has dentists and orthodontists distributed among its various locations. Among the dentists are Dr. Baker Chambliss (Calera, Hoover, Oxford, and Trussville), Dr. Monica Caplash (Hoover), Dr. Ashley Boyd (Birmingham), Dr. Kelli Hill (Pell City), Dr. Joey Krekelberg (Birmingham), Dr. Melissa Lopez (Cullman), and Dr. Bailey Duffy (Calera, Oxford, and Trussville). The orthodontic team consists of Dr. Ben Samuelson (Hoover and Oxford), Dr. Danielle Gilbert (Cullman), Dr. T. Michael Brooks (Pell City and Trussville), Dr. Brittany Reid (Calera), and Dr. Alexis Pugh (Hoover). The clinic also features a children's character named Captain, associated with the Calera, Hoover, Oxford, and Trussville locations.

Care Approach

The organization states that its team of dental specialists takes a comprehensive and caring approach with each patient, and that their experience as pediatric dentists allows them to make every visit a fun experience, even for the little ones. Regarding communication, the clinic notes that it clearly informs about treatment options, costs, and how each treatment meets the patient's needs, and that it stays up to date with dental technology and continuing education.

Work Culture and Stated Values

The company itself attributes its difference from other providers to its internal culture. It describes its doctors and staff as committed to providing personable, high-quality care for children and their parents, with positive team members who value giving back to the local community and a desire to use their profession to leave the world better than they found it. The team summarizes its principles in the acronym I.D.E.A.S.: integrity, development, accountability, excellence, and service.

Patient Resources

The site includes sections dedicated to the first visit and bill payment, as well as a blog. The clinic offers the possibility to schedule an appointment through its website.

Location and Contact

Phone: (205) 338-4227