1700 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208

General Dentistry

Family & Pediatric Dentistry in Pikesville, MD

One practice for every age in your family

Voted Top Dentist by Baltimore Magazine, 2026

4.9 from 1,000+ Google reviews

We care for children and their parents and grandparents in the same practice. From a child’s first visit through preventive sealants, we set the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health.

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Family PracticeCaring for Baltimore since 1958
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Understanding family & pediatric dentistry

The first regular dental visit should be just after your child’s third birthday. The first visit is usually short and involves very little treatment. We may ask you to sit in the dental chair and hold your child during the examination, or to wait in the reception area for part of the visit so a relationship can be built between your child and your dentist.

We gently examine your child’s teeth and gums, take x-rays if needed to reveal decay and check on permanent teeth under the gums, and may clean the teeth and apply topical fluoride. Most important of all, we review with you how to clean and care for your child’s teeth.

Because we are a true family practice in Pikesville, many of our families schedule back-to-back appointments so children and parents are seen in one trip. Generations of Baltimore-area families are treated here by the same team.

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Why patients choose them

The benefits of family & pediatric dentistry

A gentle first visit

The first appointment is short and easygoing, designed to build a positive relationship between your child and the dentist.

Sealants that protect

We use the latest dental sealant technology, thin plastic coatings bonded to decay-prone back teeth, to protect your child’s teeth.

Prevention-focused

We are most concerned with all aspects of preventive care, setting the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health.

Care for the whole family

Children, parents, and grandparents are all treated in the same practice, often in back-to-back visits.

What to expect

The family & pediatric dentistry process

  1. 01

    Examine

    We examine your child’s mouth, teeth, and gums and evaluate habits such as thumb sucking.

  2. 02

    Assess and protect

    We check whether your child needs fluoride and apply sealants to decay-prone back teeth when appropriate.

  3. 03

    Teach

    We show both of you how to clean and care for your child’s teeth and gums at home.

  4. 04

    Plan ahead

    We suggest a schedule for regular dental visits to keep your child on track.

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Common Questions

Family & Pediatric Dentistry questions

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The first regular dental visit should be just after your child’s third birthday. The visit is usually short and involves very little treatment, and it helps your child grow comfortable with the dentist.

We suggest preparing your child the same way you would before a first haircut or trip to the shoe store. Take them for a preview of the office, read books about going to the dentist, and speak positively about your own dental experiences. Your child’s reaction may surprise you.

Most cavities are due to a diet high in sugary foods and a lack of brushing. Limit the frequency of meals and snacks, encourage brushing, flossing, and rinsing, watch what your child drinks, avoid sticky foods, make treats part of meals, and choose nutritious snacks.

Baby teeth hold space for the permanent teeth and are important to chewing, biting, speech, and appearance. For that reason it is important to maintain a healthy diet and daily hygiene from an early age.

Patient Reviews

What our family & pediatric dentistry patients say

  • “Here again for my regular cleaning and check up. Look Ma no cavities! All because they have the most gentle hygenist who keeps my teeth really clean and Dr Danny is the most knowledgeable dentist. You're family here, not just a patient.”
    Faithon Google
  • “Sarubin Family Dental Associate is a wonderful place, filled with wonderful and professional people from the Receptionist, Hygienist'dental services and Dentist' recommendations to your dental need and they are equipped with sophisticated g…”
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Interested in family & pediatric dentistry?

Our doctors will tell you honestly whether family & pediatric dentistry are the right choice for your smile. Call our Pikesville office to schedule a consultation.

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