Children's Dentistry of Chattanooga, a locally owned and board-certified pediatric dental practice serving families across Chattanooga, TN, is redefining children's dental care by creating a fun, fear-free environment. The practice, led by Dr. Clay P. Goins, focuses on making dental visits enjoyable and stress-free, helping children build confidence and a positive attitude toward oral health from an early age.
Located in Chattanooga, the practice serves families in East Brainerd, Ooltewah, Ringgold, Hixson, and the greater Chattanooga area. It offers a comprehensive range of pediatric dental services, including first dental visits, preventative dentistry, sedation dentistry, frenectomy procedures, and specialized care for children with special needs. Each service is delivered with child-friendly techniques and a patient-centered approach tailored to meet the unique needs of every child.
Dr. Clay P. Goins, a board-certified pediatric dentist and "Best of the Best" award winner, leads the practice with a genuine passion for working with children. His "Tell-Show-Do" method explains each tool and procedure in a fun, non-threatening way before treatment begins, building trust and confidence from the very first visit. This approach lays a healthy foundation for a lifetime of positive dental experiences.
One of the defining features of Children's Dentistry of Chattanooga is its unique office environment, often described as the "Disney World of pediatric dentistry." The office is designed to feel like a discovery museum, featuring a climbing tree, a saltwater aquarium, and a model train running overhead. Each first appointment follows a four-step welcome experience: a grand tour, a friendly introduction to tools and techniques, a gentle examination and cleaning, and a celebration with a special treat and induction into the No Cavity Club.
The practice also offers comprehensive sedation dentistry options, ranging from mild nitrous oxide to expert-led deep sedation for children who need additional support during treatment. For infants and children with tongue or lip-ties, the practice provides advanced laser frenectomy procedures that are quick, minimally invasive, and anesthesia-free, with immediate benefits for breastfeeding, speech development, and overall comfort. The team is equally committed to serving children with special needs, offering decades of expertise in adaptive care within a safe, compassionate environment.
By prioritizing positive experiences and clinical excellence, Children's Dentistry of Chattanooga is helping families throughout the greater Chattanooga area give their children the healthy, confident start their smiles deserve. The practice's dedication to a fear-free approach ensures that children look forward to their dental visits, setting them up for a lifetime of good oral health habits.
