Pediatric dental team at Gateway Little Smiles serving Greater St. Louis families.

Start Early, Smile Bright: Gentle Pediatric Dentistry in the Greater St. Louis Area

No child is too young for a pediatric dental visit! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children visit the dentist by the age of one, and every six months after that for a regular checkup and professional teeth cleaning. Gateway Little Smiles introduces children to the concept of visiting the dentist on a regular schedule. We respect children and understand their fear and anxiety, and we try to make dental visits fun and enjoyable. Our care is gentle, considerate, and sensitive to your child’s unique personality and needs!

Your child’s first appointment will last approximately 30-60 minutes and includes an exam, dental x-rays (if needed), and time to sit down and talk with our doctors. We will discuss your child’s health history, normal growth and development of the teeth and jaw, and healthy habits to encourage at home. Please use this appointment to ask questions about your child’s oral health and how to best take care of your child’s developing teeth in between office visits.

Tell, Show, Do

Our Tell, Show, Do technique is a huge success! As you might have guessed, this technique encourages your child’s participation and interest in their appointment. Tell, Show, Do makes dental visits educational and meaningful and inspires conversations with our dentists, hygienists, assistants, and our office team. Your child will look forward to their appointment at Gateway Little Smiles!

Scheduling an Appointment

Scheduling your child’s visit is easy! Appointments are available for returning and new patients. Simply call the office or complete the online Contact Us form. We are open for extended hours and on certain Saturdays during the school year.

Health History Forms

Prior to your first visit, please fill out our Health History Form using our secure online system. Click here to get started!

Dental Insurance

Our office accepts most PPO dental insurance, and we verify coverage and file claims for you. If treatment is needed, we provide a cost estimate so you’ll know your out-of-pocket financial responsibility. Please bring your child’s dental insurance information with you to your first appointment.

CareCredit

Our pediatric dentistry practice proudly accepts CareCredit, making it easier for families to manage their dental care costs with flexible payment options.

Turning 1? Time to come!

Kids who visit the dentist early grow up with healthier habits and feel more comfortable with their dentist! If your child has celebrated their first birthday, they’re ready for a visit to Gateway Little Smiles!

We Have Three Convenient Locations!

At Gateway Little Smiles, the office amenities include TVs with streaming services, headphones for a personal experience, a variety of toys for fun breaks, a gumball machine with exciting prizes, and thoughtful goodie bags to make every day a little brighter.

Smiling child in outdoor setting symbolizing healthy smiles in Greater St. Louis.

We Love Our Patients!

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Jimmy Wilson
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Dr. Ashley and Ms. Teressa had me and my two kids in & out, with a quick but comprehensive appointment. Thank you!
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Chelsea Brown
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There so amazing
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AFineMess
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More than happy with all staff! They go above and beyond every day, and it shows!
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Randy Reitz
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Took my grandkids to this office today and was totally impressed with the service. Teressa, Zoe and Dr. Ashley were all kind, attentive and informative of their needs. It was a great experience.
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Alexandra Hurtado
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My daughter’s first dental appointment and we both had a great experience! Zoe was SO kind and made the experience less scary for my daughter and Dr. Culver was very knowledgeable and gentle with her as well! The entire office staff was really nice and welcoming. Definitely recommend for your little ones :)
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Grelissa Baker
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I love Gateway Little Smiles. Dr. Ashley was very patient, fun and personable.
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Kyesha Wilson
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I gave this place of business a 5 star because they are pretty awesome! However what i experienced today was a bit confusing. I took my 7 yr old for tooth extraction (first time ever getting a tooth pulled) when they came out to get him I was instructed to stay in waiting area..I proceed to ask why and was told “we try to do things without the parent “ now if you’re teaching independence I get it but, explain that to the parent and give them that option still . Mind you there were 3 parents after me that went back with their children , My son went back without me and ended up soiling himself which has never happened (he’s 7). I was not pleased, he told me beforehand that he was scared. Will I still recommend this place? Absolutely! But I will be verbal next time about going back with my son. I do want to mention I spoke to the front desk about it and she offered for me to go back but my attitude wasn’t in the right place. I believe if I went back with him he would have never peed himself.
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Nicole Picotte
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They are so great with kids! Even when my daughter was scared they made her feel better!
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Reva Reeder
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We absolutely love going here!