Give them a Perfect Smile

Our mission is to help your child discover excitement for their oral health and smile.

We want to teach your child how to take good care of their teeth and help form a great relationship with the dentist that can last a lifetime.

Why Us?

Their experience at the dentist is something we find to be just as important as doing quality procedures.

We Care.

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Make it Fun

We want our office to feel like home to your kids. The experience starts when they are greeted with a big smile at the front desk.

Specialized Expertise

Pediatric dentists undergo additional training specifically focused on the unique dental health requirements of infants, children, and adolescents. 

OUR Services

Tailored Around the their Needs.

At our pediatric dentist office, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive and compassionate dental care tailored specifically for children. Our services encompass everything from routine check-ups and cleanings to specialized treatments.

Cleaning & Exam

thoroughly examine your child’s gums and teeth looking for any sign of tooth decay or anomaly of the gums or soft tissue. In addition, they will look at how your child’s teeth come together to assess any orthodontic needs.

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Special Needs Dentistry

Our ultimate goal is to create a dental home for special healthcare needs patients that creates trust, comfort, and support.

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Pediatric Hospital Dentistry

Not every child can receive dental treatment in the traditional office setting. As pediatric dentists, we are able to offer hospital dentistry to children to provide dental care in a safe and effective environment in our local hospital.

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Infant Dentistry

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends infants see the dentist at the first sign of their first tooth coming into the mouth or by their first birthday—whichever comes first.

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Pediatric Dental Emergencies

We hope it never happens, but if your child has a dental emergency, call us immediately. Dr. Erik or Dr. Beth are available if urgent treatment is needed after hours.

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Oral Habits Therapy

Does your little one have a thumb or finger sucking habit? At Balster Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Beth is a certified thumb sucking expert and can help your child quit their thumb or finger habit.

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Accepting New Patients

Let’s make smiles together.

The first appointment for your child is very important to us.  Our goal is to create a warm, friendly environment for your child to ensure a positive experience with the dentist.  Your children are very important to us, and we would love to help them during these years of growth & development.

TESTIMONIALS

Happy Patients ❤️

Thank you for your kind and gentle care. I am so thankful my daughter had her cavities filled by you. The assistant was wonderful! Thank you both so much. We couldn’t ask for anything better!

Nikki L

 

Kindest, most patient staff. Dr. Balster is the best, knowledgeable, patient, good communication. The office is clean and totally geared to children. They do everything possible to make children comfortable.

Dawn H.

 

Love this office! Staff is so great and Dr. Balster is so great with kids…we were referred to him a few years back to have a cavity filled and now will only see him.

Amy W.

 

My kids just love going to the dentist. Dr. Beth and the staff are truly amazing with my kids. Thank you for getting my son excited about the dentist!

Abbie M.

 

Book an Appointment

Call Us 319.294-8181

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Our Dentists

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We Care About Your Children.

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It's all about them.

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Accepting New Patients

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