Dr. Joel Berg of Bellevue, director of The Center, was recently installed as president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD).
“The AAPD and The Center share very similar goals,” Berg said. “We all work to improve children’s oral health by emphasizing prevention, including early-childhood checkups. We also inform families how to create a ‘dental home’ environment that promotes better oral health.”
The Center for Pediatric Dentistry is a nonprofit partnership between the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s hospital. The state-of-the-art facility opened at Magnuson Park in Seattle in 2010.
The staff includes two pediatric oral surgeons. Every patient receives comprehensive expert care with the latest technology, from exams and cleanings to fillings and oral surgery. Children ages 1 through 18 and patients with special needs through age 20 are welcome. Siblings can be seen at the same time.
The Center for Pediatric Dentistry is located at 6222 NE 74th St., just off Sand Point Way NE in Magnuson Park. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is plenty of free parking.
For more information, call 206-543-5800 or visit www.thecenterforpediatricdentistry.com.
Founded in 1947, the AAPD is a leading advocate for children’s oral health. The organization educates and informs policymakers, parents, guardians and other health care professionals; fosters research; and provides continuing professional education for pediatric dentists and general dentists who treat children.
