North Port Pediatric Dental Services
Cool, calm care for every stage of childhood
We support your child from their first tooth through the teenage years, with gentle care that feels easier for kids and calmer for parents.
Healthy smiles start with happy visits
With our North Port pediatric dental services, your child gets gentle, age-appropriate care.
Dr. Pettinato uses child-sized tools, keeps the pace comfortable, and explains everything clearly at every appointment.
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Prevention made kid-friendly
Exams, cleanings, fluoride, and sealants help protect little teeth and stop cavities before they start.
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Natural-looking repairs
Tooth-colored fillings blend into your child’s smile. We can also replace older silver fillings when appropriate.
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Crowns in one visit
We offer white zirconia and durable stainless-steel crowns, with many treatments completed in a single appointment.
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Clear answers for parents
Our intraoral camera and AI-assisted cavity detection let you see exactly what we see before making decisions about treatment.
Dental emergency? Call us first.
Tooth pain, playground accidents, and knocked-out teeth can be scary for kids and parents. Call (941) 841-1010, and we’ll help you understand what to do next and get your child seen as quickly as possible.
- Same-day emergency visits: We prioritize urgent dental problems whenever possible.
- New patients are welcome: Your child does not need to be an established patient to receive emergency care.
- After-hours help: Established families can reach us when an urgent problem happens outside regular office hours.
- Clear answers for parents: We’ll explain what happened, what needs treatment now, and what can safely wait.
Specialized care for growing kids
For newborns & infants
Tongue & Lip Tie Releases
If a tongue or lip tie is making breastfeeding difficult, we can evaluate your newborn and help right away. Dr. Pettinato uses a precise laser to release restricted tissue in a quick procedure with a typically brief recovery.
- Support from the very beginning: We see babies from their first days of life.
- Fast, precise treatment: Laser technology allows for a gentle procedure with minimal discomfort.
- Help with feeding challenges: Many parents notice an improvement in breastfeeding soon after treatment.
Calm, comfortable care
Sedation Dentistry
Some cool kids need extra help feeling calm, and that is completely okay. We offer several levels of sedation for children with dental anxiety, special needs, medical complexity, or extensive treatment needs.
- Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas helps children relax while staying awake and responsive.
- Oral sedation: Valium may be recommended for moderate anxiety.
- In-office IV sedation: Treatment is provided under the care of a board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist.
Included with their care
Orthodontic guidance included with their care
We monitor how your child’s teeth, bite, and jaws are developing so we can identify concerns at the right time, not too early and not too late. When orthodontic care is recommended, we can guide their treatment right here in the dental office they already know and trust.
An evaluation may help us identify:
- Crowding or limited space for permanent teeth
- Crossbites, overbites, and underbites
- Teeth erupting in the wrong position
- Jaw-development concerns
- Habits affecting the teeth or bite
- The potential need for braces or early intervention
Care that meets your child where they are
Dr. Pettinato has more than 25 years of experience caring for children with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other medical or developmental needs, always with patience, flexibility, and zero judgment.
General Pediatric Dentistry
More ways we care for growing smiles
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Exams & Cleanings
Routine visits help us keep little teeth healthy, monitor development, and catch small concerns before they become bigger ones. We keep appointments gentle, upbeat, and easy to understand.
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Dental Sealants
Sealants create a thin protective layer over the grooves of back teeth, where food and cavity-causing bacteria often hide. They are quick to apply and can provide valuable protection during cavity-prone years.
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White Fillings
We restore cavities with tooth-colored composite material that blends naturally with your child’s smile. We do not place silver amalgam fillings, and we can replace older silver fillings when appropriate.
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Children’s Crowns
When a tooth needs more protection than a filling can provide, we offer white zirconia and stainless-steel crowns. Many crowns can be completed in a single visit, saving your child from an additional appointment.
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Tooth Extractions
Sometimes removing a damaged, infected, or stubborn baby tooth is the healthiest option. We explain the process in kid-friendly language and focus on making the experience as smooth and comfortable as possible.
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Low-radiation digital x-rays
Digital x-rays help us see what is happening beneath the surface while using minimal radiation. We only recommend them when they provide information needed for your child’s care.
A dental visit designed for cool kids
Our office was built to help children see the dentist as a safe, fun place, not something they need to fear.
We create positive dental experiences now so children are not afraid of the dentist later.
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01. Meet the tools first.
Kids can see the instruments, ask questions, and learn what everything does before their visit begins.
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02. Pick the fun stuff.
Your child can choose their toothpaste and fluoride flavors, giving them a little more control over the experience.
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03. Watch a favorite movie.
Movies play in the treatment rooms to help kids relax and stay entertained.
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04. Celebrate a job well done.
Every child receives a token for the toy tower, and cavity-free kids earn a special certificate.
Smiles, high fives, and
happy parent reviews
“They sing to your child while working on them, make them feel safe, and actually listen to both the parents’ and child’s concerns. The AI feature also helps parents see and understand what’s going on.”
“My daughter got two teeth pulled, and the dentist and assistant kept singing to her and making her feel as comfortable as possible. We’ve been coming here for several years and always receive excellent care.”
“My autistic son was in tooth pain and fear during his very first dental visit. From the moment we walked in, we were treated with kindness, warmth, and compassion. Dr. Pettinato and his team were patient, gentle, and made sure my son felt safe the entire time.”
Insurance and payment made easier for parents
Cool Kid Dental is in-network with most major PPO dental insurance plans, including:
- Delta Dental
- UnitedHealthcare
- Humana
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- Aetna
- MetLife
- Guardian
...and more!
Have insurance?
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards. Call us with your plan information, and our team will help verify your coverage before your child’s first appointment.
No insurance? Your child can still receive care.
We offer discounted fee schedules for uninsured families, along with flexible financing through CareCredit and Cherry. You should not have to choose between your child’s dental health and your family’s budget.
Let’s make their next dental visit a good one
From routine cleanings and same-day emergencies to special-needs care and full sedation, we make pediatric dentistry feel easier for kids and calmer for parents.
Call (941) 841-1010Parent questions,
clearly answered
We provide exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, white fillings, children’s crowns, extractions, emergency dentistry, sedation dentistry, tongue and lip tie releases, orthodontic evaluations, and special-needs dental care. We see children from birth through their teenage years.
We offer same-day appointments for dental emergencies whenever possible. Many of our other North Port pediatric dental services, including fillings and children’s crowns, can also be completed in one visit, depending on your child’s needs.
Yes. We welcome first-time patients who need urgent dental care. Call (941) 841-1010 first so we can prepare for your child’s arrival and get them scheduled as quickly as possible.
We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation using Valium, and in-office IV sedation under the care of a board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist. We will recommend an option based on your child’s age, health history, anxiety level, and treatment needs.
Yes. Dr. Pettinato has more than 25 years of experience caring for children with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, sensory sensitivities, dental anxiety, and other medical or developmental needs.
Yes. We see children from birth and provide evaluations for newborns with tongue or lip ties that may be interfering with breastfeeding.
Yes. Complimentary orthodontic evaluations are included as part of your child’s ongoing care. We monitor their bite, jaw development, spacing, and permanent tooth eruption as they grow.
Cool Kid Dental is in-network with most major PPO dental plans, including Delta Dental, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, and Guardian. Call (941) 841-1010, and we will help check your benefits before your appointment.
Our team communicates in English, Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, German, and Polish. Let us know your preferred language when scheduling.
Cool Kid Dental is located at 14985 Tamiami Trail, North Port, FL 34287. We welcome families from North Port, Port Charlotte, Englewood, Venice, Sarasota, Arcadia, Punta Gorda, and surrounding areas.
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Looking for a North Port pediatric dentist near you? We serve North Port, Port Charlotte, Englewood, Venice, Sarasota, Arcadia, Punta Gorda, and surrounding areas.
Cool Kid Dental
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Monday and Friday: 8 AM - 4 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM
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14985 Tamiami Trail
North Port, FL 34287