Finding a dental office you can trust with your child’s smile is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent. At Southern Dental Associates – Spring Branch, we understand that positive early dental experiences shape lifelong oral habits and healthy attitudes toward dental care.
Our office provides warm, patient-centered children’s dentistry in Houston, TX, specializing in prevention, gentle treatment, and creating an environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and safe.
Families from Houston, Spring Branch Central, Spring Branch West, Spring Valley Village, Memorial City, Timbergrove, The Heights, and nearby communities rely on our team to guide their children’s oral development with compassion and expertise. From your child’s first visit to adolescence, we are committed to helping them build confident, cavity-free smiles.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling your child’s first dental visit by their first birthday—or within six months of their first tooth erupting. Early checkups give our team an opportunity to:
By starting care early, children learn that the dentist’s office is a positive and friendly place—not something to fear.
At Southern Dental Associates – Spring Branch, we focus on prevention, patient comfort, and education. Our team understands that children need reassurance, compassion, and clear communication. We take extra time to explain each step, show them the tools we use, and ensure they always feel safe.
Our goal is simple: Make every visit enjoyable so your child develops lifelong oral health habits.
We provide comprehensive children’s dental care tailored to your child’s age, needs, and development.
Routine checkups are the foundation of children's dentistry. During these visits, we:
Prevention is key—regular cleanings help reduce the risk of cavities and ensure early detection of any issues.
Even with great home care, children can still develop cavities or experience dental injuries. Our team provides:
Every restorative treatment is performed with the utmost gentleness. We use child-friendly techniques and take steps to minimize anxiety and discomfort.
Dental sealants are one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent cavities in kids. We often recommend sealants for molars and premolars—teeth with deep grooves where bacteria tend to accumulate.
Sealants:
The application process is quick, painless, and ideal for helping children maintain cavity-free smiles.
Fluoride strengthens enamel and helps protect children’s teeth from decay. Our fluoride varnish is safe, effective, and recommended for children at higher risk of cavities.
We believe patient education begins early. During each visit, we work with children to help them understand:
Parents also receive guidance on habits, nutrition, oral hygiene routines, and developmental milestones.
Some children need a little extra time or reassurance during their visit. Our kid-friendly team uses:
We make sure each visit feels safe and calm—even for children with dental anxiety or special behavioral needs.
Yes. Our team welcomes children with sensory sensitivities, behavioral challenges, and developmental differences. We adapt our approach to meet each child's unique needs.
Baby teeth play a critical role in:
Even though baby teeth eventually fall out, keeping them healthy prevents pain, infection, and early orthodontic issues.
Most children benefit from checkups every six months. Some may require more frequent visits depending on their cavity risk, tooth alignment, or oral habits.
Great experience! Everyone was great, very personable!
Angie, Dr Lewis’ dental assistant is wonderful. I had to have a deep clean which was virtually painless and the whole process was quick. Dr Lewis is personable, as is rest of staff. 5 Stars!
I've been a patient for almost 3 years and love my visits with Angie. For someone like me who's had negative dental experiences in past, finding southern dental is like winning the jackpot. Very frien... Read More
I enjoyed today's visit. The whole team and Dr. Lewis where great and everyone was very welcoming and friendly. They where very patient with me and my 3 children and very helpful. I highly recommend.
Angie, Dr Lewis’ dental assistant is wonderful. I had to have a deep clean which was virtually painless and the whole process was quick. Dr Lewis is personable, as is rest of staff. 5 Stars!
I've been a patient for almost 3 years and love my visits with Angie. For someone like me who's had negative dental experiences in past, finding southern dental is like winning the jackpot. Very friendly and personal staff and doctors❤️
I enjoyed today's visit. The whole team and Dr. Lewis where great and everyone was very welcoming and friendly. They where very patient with me and my 3 children and very helpful. I highly recommend.
