Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Northwest Pediatric Dental Our dental office is devoted to serving our community and ensuring everyone has affordable access to dental care. We have several payment options available in addition to dental insurance, including Medicaid and CareCredit. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental is devoted to providing excellent dental care to all children. We are your child's dentist in Houston, schedule a consultation today! - [Loss of Medicaid Coverage](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/patients/loss-of-medicaid-coverage/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Inner Page Header Section” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”bottom right” background_color_gradient_stops=”#15BAB6 0%|#167FC3 40%” background_image=”https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/StarBackground3.png” parallax=”on” bottom_divider_style=”curve” bottom_divider_color=”#ffffff” bottom_divider_height=”50px” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal” global_module=”63″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@” text_orientation=”center” module_class=”lwp-header-link” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” subhead_font_size=”20px” background_enable_color=”off” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_one_bg_color=”#ED8200″ button_one_border_color=”#ED8200″ button_one_icon=”||divi||400″ link_option_url_new_window=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”15px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” - [Contact](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/contact/) - Contact Northwest Pediatric Dental, your children's dentist in Houston, with any questions or to schedule your child's appointment today. - [About](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/about/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental is your children's dentist near me in Houston. Learn more about our children's dental practice here. - [Special Offers](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/patients/special-offers/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental, your dentist in Houston, has a number of special offers for our patients. Learn more and schedule your appointment today! - [Insurance](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/patients/insurance/) - Questions about dental insurance at Northwest Pediatric Dental? Our children's dentist in Houston is here to help, contact us today! - [Meet the Doctor](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/about/meet-the-doctor/) - The children's dentists in Houston at Northwest Pediatric Dental will help keep your child's smile healthy and beautiful. Contact us today to schedule their appointment. - [Services](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/) - As a children's dentist in Houston, Northwest Pediatric Dental understands that your child deserves a personalized treatment plan. We make our patients feel at home and offer them an unmatched quality of service. - [Reviews](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/about/reviews/) - View the great testimonials our dentist in Houston has received from happy patients! - [General Dentist for Children](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/) - The general dentists at Northwest Pediatric Dental will work diligently to help your child enjoy a beautiful smile, comfortable oral function, and excellent oral health. - [Pediatric Dentist](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/pediatric-dentist/) - You want the very best for your child, and so do we! If you’re weighing the pros and cons of choosing a pediatric dentist in Houston, these points may help you decide. - [Fillings](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/fillings/) - To stop a child’s toothache and ensure good oral health, we offer children’s dental fillings. If you notice a spot on one of your child’s teeth, call us. - [Cavity Prevention & Treatment](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/cavity-prevention-treatment/) - Help your child prevent cavities with consistent, effective dental hygiene. If cavities develop, count on us to restore comfortable function and good oral health. - [Patients](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/patients/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental is excited to be your children's dentist near me in Houston. Learn all of the important information about our dental practice on this page. - [Preventive Dental Care](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/) - Prevention of cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues for your child depends upon both professional dental care and consistent home hygiene habits. - [Pacifiers](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/pacifiers/) - Pacifiers, when used correctly, can effectively soothe younger children but can cause issues after prolonged use. Learn more from our children’s dentists in Houston. - [Primary Teeth](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/primary-teeth/) - Primary teeth begin to erupt around the age of six months. Preventive dentistry in Houston for babies, toddlers, and children is important for good overall health. - [Infant & Toddler Dentistry](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/) - Our children’s dentists offer gentle infant and toddler dental care and training to help parents take excellent care of little smiles between visits. - [FAQs](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/about/faqs/) - Do you have questions for our children's dentist in Houston? We've answered some of our frequently asked questions our office receives on this page. - [Teething](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/teething/) - It’s difficult to see someone you love in pain, especially if that someone is tiny! We offer teething advice and tips to reduce or ease your baby’s discomfort. - [Thumb Sucking](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/thumb-sucking/) - Our children’s dentists in Houston offer excellent tips and advice to help with the transition from thumb-sucking, so your child can avoid related dental problems. - [Pediatric Nerve Treatments](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/pediatric-nerve-treatments/) - Toothache? Discolored tooth? If necessary, we will relieve your child’s pain and restore good oral health with pediatric nerve treatments. - [Dental Crowns](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/dental-crowns/) - Dental crowns are tooth-shaped coverings that reinforce a tooth on all sides above the gum line. Crowns restore teeth damaged by cavities, cracks, or deep chips. - [Baby Bottle Tooth Decay](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/infant-toddler-dentistry/baby-bottle-tooth-decay/) - Learn about baby bottle tooth decay and how to prevent this in your child. Contact Northwest Pediatric Dental today to schedule an appointment. - [Children's Dental Cleanings](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/childrens-dental-cleanings/) - Kids over the age of three to five need a professional dental cleaning every six months. Regular cleanings in Houston help deter cavities and gum disease. - [Dental Exams](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/dental-exams/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental provides comprehensive dental exams and cleanings so that your kiddos can enjoy great oral and overall health, as well as a beautiful smile. - [Digital X-Rays](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/digital-x-rays/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental uses digital X-rays to provide a clearer, safer, and more detailed image than in previous X-ray versions. We offer the safest technology for your kiddos. - [Flossing](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/flossing/) - it is important to floss your child’s teeth regularly to prevent tooth decay. Learn the best tips from our children’s dentist in Houston to help your child floss effectively. - [Fluoride](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/fluoride/) - Fluoride benefits a child’s oral health. Learn about our healthy applications of fluoride for your child’s smile. - [Sealants](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/sealants/) - Dental sealants help prevent tooth decay in your child. Contact our Houston office today to schedule an appointment for your child! - [Brushing](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/preventive-dental-care/brushing/) - Northwest Pediatric Dental is dedicated to helping your child learn good brushing techniques and establish an effective daily home care routine. - [Extractions](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/extractions/) - Our dentists and team work diligently to create a wonderful Kidsperience for tooth extractions. We offer anesthesia and sedation. - [Wisdom Tooth Extractions](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/services/general-dentist-for-children/wisdom-tooth-extractions/) - If your teen experiences pain in the very back of the mouth, they may need wisdom tooth extractions. Contact our dental office today to schedule an appointment. - [Your Child's First Visit](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/patients/your-childs-first-visit/) - At a first dental visit, our children’s dentist will make your child feel comfortable and welcome as we work together to create healthy oral habits that last a lifetime. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/privacy-policy/) - View the privacy policy at Northwest Pediatric Dental, your dentist in Houston. ## DP Team Members - [Dr. Pushpa Patel, D.D.S.](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-team-member/dr-pushpa-patel/) - Meet Dr. Pushpa Patel, D.D.S. Pediatric Dentist Dr. Patel is a board-certified pediatric dentist who received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas in 1998. After dental school, she attended a one-year General Practice Residency set in the pediatric clinic at the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City. She - [Staff 1](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-team-member/staff-1/) - Office Manager Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Donec at congue mi. Mauris at dolor risus. Integer rutrum libero ac posuere mattis. Aliquam eget convallis lectus, porttitor luctus metus. Nam vel odio feugiat, iaculis turpis sit amet, imperdiet lorem. Etiam pellentesque enim vitae felis fermentum, quis dignissim augue aliquam. Nullam at consequat risus. - [Staff 2](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-team-member/staff-2/) - Registered Dental Hygienist Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Donec at congue mi. Mauris at dolor risus. 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Very pleased. - [Tonya J.](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-testimonial/patient-review-2/) - My daughter is normally very anxious when she visits the dentist but this visit was different. She enjoyed the video games in the lobby, the staff explained everything to her before performing any procedures, and the dentist was extremely thorough! We will definitely return. - [Marylon A.](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-testimonial/patient-review-1/) - Great environment !! My son has autism and they made sure he was taken care of by helping wiry sensory toys and pay close attention to his needs !! And best of all he got his teeth cleaned !! (Something thar has been a struggle in the past - [Steve S.](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-testimonial/patient-review-5/) - The staff is amazing!!! They make my son feel safe and calm. He even said "daddy I like it here because the dont make me feel scared. Very nice and professional staff with a true dentist that knows her stuff!!!!! ## DP Team Member Categories - [Dentist](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-team-member-category/dentist/) - [Staff](https://www.northwestpediatricdental.com/dipl-team-member-category/staff/)