Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
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We believe a happy dental visit for your child builds a foundation for long-term oral health and hygiene habits. From the moment they walk through the door, we want your kids to enjoy their time with us. As a Board Certified Pediatric dentist, Dr. V. offers parents the comfort of knowing their children are being treated with compassion, understanding, and specialized clinical expertise.

From newborns to adolescents, we offer specialized pediatric dental care to help kids through every phase of growing their smile. Services range from helping children develop healthy hygiene habits to orthodontic options and advanced laser treatments. I can't express my gratitude enough with how patient, kind and gentle he is with my twin 2 year olds and 5 year old.
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Dr. V. began his educational pursuits at Samford University where he completed dual undergraduate degrees in Biology and Political Science. Prior to dental school, he served on Capitol Hill and abroad as a Congressional Fellow working with the International Foundation. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of North Carolina.
From our child-friendly waiting area to our entertaining treatment rooms, we've designed an inviting environment for your child including TVs, iPads, beverages, charging areas, etc. With advanced training in pediatric behavioral management, Dr. V. uses laughter, learned skills, and heartfelt compassion to help make your child's visit more comfortable and carefree.
A child-centered atmosphere helps children relax and enjoy their time with us. Not only does it make treatment easier for both parent and child, but an enjoyable association with dental visits lays the foundation for a lifetime of oral health. We love kids. We love to see them smile, laugh, and have fun at the dentist.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children see a dentist by their first birthday to ensure all is progressing well. We offer a full range of pediatric dental solutions from infancy through adolescence. Fluoride makes teeth harder and more resistant to decay. A higher concentration can be applied professionally to your child's teeth for maximum protection.
If you have had a happy visit at Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, please consider leaving a review and letting others know. Dr Vakil is an excellent pediatric dentist. He helped us with out 1 yr old who had a thickened upper frenulum and you could see it starting to affect the orientation of her teeth.
Reviews (10)
Jared Cambra
Jared Cambra
Nov 29, 2021
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We love this place!! The staff are amazing and know exactly how to work with children. We take our 4 kids there and have only good things to say. If you are looking for a great pediatric dentist. This is the place to go!!
Jordan Marshall
Jordan Marshall
Nov 06, 2021
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My son was referred to Growing Smiles for an impacted baby tooth. They saw him the very next day for the exam as well as the procedure. They were extremely kind to my son and did everything they could to make him feel comfortable and at ease. I highly recommend this practice for your children’s dental needs.
Dorian Quinn
Dorian Quinn
Oct 31, 2021
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They were great informative and fast. I highly highly recommend them! I will gladly make the drive to these awesome people!
Caroline Banks
Caroline Banks
Oct 19, 2021
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My first visit with my 4 yo was not terrible, but it wasn't great. We have experienced better care in the past and will be looking for a new pediatric dentistry. The staff were patient and kind, but in the end two things turned me off. First, I paid $250 to have her teeth brushed with a disposable toothbrush (she was too nervous about the electric wand). Second, while Dr. V was "kind" he came across as very condescending. Again, not terrible, but not worth a second visit.
John Mitchell
John Mitchell
Oct 15, 2021
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Great experience for my daughter, normally very shy of strangers but they put her at ease and had a great checkup!
Carly B.
Carly B.
Oct 07, 2021
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Dr Vakil and his whole office have been great! We had a lot of dental work that needed to be done on all 3 of my kids, and they always worked with us to come up with the best treatment plans without overwhelming any of us.
Danni Rocha
Danni Rocha
Sep 28, 2021
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Amazing professionals - caring - honest - called a day after surgery to see how patient was doing. Very thoughtful of them! :)
Tiffany Norris
Tiffany Norris
Jul 29, 2021
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Today was our first visit. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The office was clean and really nice. My kids have a fear of dentists and the staff helped them relax. I’m glad I found this dentist office.
Kristen Thomas
Kristen Thomas
Jun 03, 2021
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My son has always been very timid about dental visits but he felt very comfortable and at peace during his visit. Dr. V was fabulous and my son felt no discomfort during his dental procedure. We are so happy that we found Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry.
Kelli Clanton
Kelli Clanton
Apr 23, 2021
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They were genuinely so nice there. They answered my questions, even as I was nervous. They made me feel comfortable to actually ask questions, and.
They were amazing with my child who is not a fan of people touching her face/mouth.
I'm really looking forward to working with them and giving my child the best.