Happy Smiles Ahead
Your Premier Pediatric Dentist in Manhattan Beach, CA
Welcome to
Spreading sunshine and smiles throughout the South Bay
We take a personalized, family-centered approach to helping children achieve their healthiest, brightest selves. From our compassionate team to our calming office design, we’re dedicated to creating positive experiences for children from the moment they arrive. Your child's oral health is a journey - we’ll help you smile and enjoy the ride!
Meet Dr. Melissa Grant
Board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Melissa Grant leads our practice with compassion, expertise, and a playful touch. Kids are drawn to her ability to connect on their level and make them feel at ease, while parents appreciate her warmth, honesty, and shame-free approach to care. As a mom herself, she understands the realities of raising children in today’s world, and with Toothlings has created a comforting environment where kids of all ages can get the care they truly need to thrive.
Education:
UCLA-trained double Bruin, graduating top of her class.
Hometown:
South Bay native, born & raised right here in Manhattan Beach.
Background:
Former behavioral therapist for children with autism and other special needs.
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What makes us shine
From our boutique amenities to our family-centered perspective, discover the Toothlings difference.
We all know it takes a village to raise a child. That’s why we partner with families, pediatricians, therapists, and specialists to create a collaborative pediatric healthcare team for your child. We’re here to support your family’s needs and think comprehensively about your child’s oral health.
The reality is that a child’s oral health is impacted by a variety of factors, many that are out of their control. We wish it was as simple as better brushing to solve all of our oral health woes. Genetics, anatomy, nutrition, microbiome, and airway all play a role. Knowing this, we never want a child (or parent) to feel less-than. That’s why you won’t find any “cavity-free clubs” on our walls. In our eyes, every kid is a ray of sunshine and deserves to be celebrated!
No child is the same, and neither is their dental care. We recognize that every family comes with a unique set of circumstances, so we’re here to help create a tailored plan that fits those individual needs. Whether it’s creating a sensory-sensitive environment, or accommodating a personal preference for care, we’ll always meet you right where you’re at.
Dr. Grant and her team have years of specialized training to confidently treat children of all ages, backgrounds, and comfort levels. We constantly strive to deliver the highest quality of care, going above and beyond industry standards. Rest assured your little ones are in the best hands with us.
Our office is designed to be fun and approachable for kids, while still offering elevated amenities parents can appreciate. We encourage parents to be present with their child throughout their visit, and make sure they’re comfortable in the process.
From our paperless forms and online patient portal, to our central location in the Manhattan Village, we make every trip to the dentist easy. Be sure to stop by one of our incredible neighbors before, during, or after your visit!
Specialized Pediatric Dental Services
Proactive
Preventive Dentistry
We help kids establish a lifetime of healthy habits early, and prevent more invasive treatments later through our comprehensive and proactive approach to preventive care.
Minimally-Invasive
Restorative Dentistry
Our conservative approach to restorative care ensures we only treats what's truly necessary, preserving more of your child's natural smile and setting the stage for lifelong oral health.
Smiles for All
Special Needs Dentistry
Every child deserves a healthy smile! We welcome children with special health care needs and offer accommodations to help them feel safe and comfortable throughout every visit.
Proactive
Preventive Dentistry
We help kids establish a lifetime of healthy habits early, and prevent more invasive treatments later through our comprehensive and proactive approach to preventive care.
Minimally-Invasive
Restorative Dentistry
Our conservative approach to restorative care, including treatments like white fillings and tooth-colored crowns, preserve more of your child's natural tooth structure, setting the stage for lifelong oral health.
Smiles for All
Special Needs Dentistry
Every child deserves a healthy smile! We welcome children with special health care needs and offer accommodations to help them feel safe and comfortable throughout every visit.
Smiles at every stage
No two smiles are the same! That's why we tailor our care to your child's unique needs at every age and stage of development.
Infant Care
Protect your baby's oral health from the start with gentle exams, cleanings, and feeding and airway assessments, as well as personalized guidance. Plan your baby's first visit to the dentist no later than age 1 to get them started on the right path.
Child Care
Keep your growing child healthy and monitor their proper development with , gentle interventions, and lots of positivity.
Adolescent Care
Prepare your teen for a lifetime of healthy smiles with oral hygiene guidance and personalized preventive and restorative care.
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