Dentists and Dental Care

Children’s Dentistry of Redlands – Drs Jennifer Hooffer, DDS and Heather Lauer, DDS
http://www.childrensdentistryofredlands.com/
1895 Orange Tree Lane, Suite 202, Redlands, CA
(909) 328-1433

Chris Thanos, DDS and Associates
24104 Sunnymead Blvd., Suite C, Moreno Valley, CA
(951) 247-5538
Provides a variety of dental services for special needs children ages 0-14.

Desert Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Gary U. Okamoto
http://www.desertpediatricdentistry.com
77564 Country Club Drive, Suite 190A, Palm Desert, CA
(760) 360-0622
Serving children in Palm Desert and the surrounding cities and suburbs of La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, and Indian Wells

Dr. A. Paul Bell, DDS
http://www.drpaulbell.com/
12637 Hesperia Rd. Suite A, Victorville, CA
(760) 245-8684
Exclusively for children, teens, and young adults.

Dr. Brian Hong, DDS
http://fullertonpediatricdentists.com/
100 E. Valencia Mesa Drive, Suite 102, Fullerton, CA
(714) 992-5437
Works well with children with autism and special needs. Will do composite (not amalgam/mercury) fillings if requested. Will not provide fluoride cleaning upon request. Accepts insurance, including Healthy Families. Anesthesia Center section of their practice specializes in providing dental care to children who cannot be treated under conventional means. They can offer intravenous sedation or general anesthesia to patients who may be candidates for this type of specialized dental care.

Dr. Carol Ann Lindegren, DDS
http://calmdentistry.com/
3233 Arlington Avenue, Suite 202, Riverside, CA
(951) 682-8899

Dr. James Richardson, DDS
www.babyteethdoc.com
910 S. Washburn Ave., Ste. B, Corona, CA
(951) 735-2011

Dr. Justin A. Shuffer, DDS
https://www.drjustinshuffer.com/index.html
150 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite E, San Dimas, CA
(909) 599-0283
Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry: Infants, Children, and Special Needs. Faculty: UCLA School of Dentistry Section of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Luis Moya
https://luismoyadds.com/
36943 Cook Street, Suite 101, Palm Desert, CA
(760) 341-3009

Dr. Meghanne Kruizen, DDS, MSD
www.kindredpediatricdentistry.com
1202 Beaumont Ave., Suite B, Beaumont, CA
(951) 498-4364

Dr. Mina Narula
https://www.centerfororthodontics.com/
71949 Hwy 111, Suite 200, Rancho Mirage, CA
(760) 340-2026
Treats patients ages 7 and up. Is knowledgeable in minimally invasive techniques. Staff are knowledgeable in working with people with developmental disabilities.

Dr. Perri Putrasahan
68905 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA
(760) 325-2503

Drs. Stephen Lee, DDS and Elan Lee, DDS
www.stephenaleedds.com
13035 Pomerado Rd., Suite B, Poway, CA
(858) 748-3384

Dr. Tina Azin
www.azinorthopedo.com
22195 El Paseo, Suite #240, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
(949) 709-5437
Dr. Tina Azin and her staff know a lot about Autism, and they do everything to accommodate. Sedation dentistry available; oral and IV sedation with an MD dr on staff for both dentistry and braces.

Golden Dental
www.goldendentalgroup.com
11949 Hesperia Rd., Hesperia, CA
(760) 244-1212
Children and adults; Experience with developmental disabilities.

Indio Surgery Center
https://www.indiosurgerycenter.com
46900 Monroe Street, Suite #B201, Indio, CA
(760) 396-5733
Provides a safe and comfortable alternative for children who cannot be treated under conventional means. Since opening in 2006, we have treated over 15,000 children under general anesthesia, referred to us by over 250 dentists in Riverside, San Bernardino, and Imperial Counties. Serving children up to age 12.

Inland Regional Center
IRC has a certified dental coordinator, René Zambel, RDHAP, on staff. You will need to contact your caseworker and request a referral for dental coordinator services. The dental coordinator can also come to the home to help with desensitization.

Just For Kids – Dr. Rick J. Nichols, DDS
www.just4kidsdentistry.com
104 E. Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Redlands, CA
(909) 798-0604
Years of experience working with children with Autism. Does not take Medi-Cal.

Kids World Children’s Dentistry
http://www.riversidekidsdentist.com/
7001 Indiana Ave., Ste. 9, Riverside, CA
(951) 782-0093
Since 2005, Kids World Children’s Dentistry has welcomed children, teens, young adults, and people with special needs to our Riverside office. Working closely with families, we establish oral health and set children on the path to lifetimes of beautifully healthy smiles!

Little Smiles of Eastvale
https://www.littlesmilesofeastvale.com/
12376 Limonite Ave., Suite 250, Eastvale, CA
(951) 456-4646
Preventive Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Emergencies, Sedation Dentistry, Crowns, Tooth Extractions, Frenectomies, Pulpotomies, Frenectomies, Special Needs Dentistry. Insurance Accepted: PPO, Medi-Cal.

Loma Linda University Pediatric School of Dentistry
https://dentalclinics.llu.edu/pediatric-dentistry-clinic
11092 Anderson St., Loma Linda, CA
(909) 558-4689
Provides a variety of dental services and specialties at a low cost for all ages. May have a long wait list.

My Dentist & Me Pediatric Dentistry
http://www.mydentistandme.com
5225 Canyon Crest Dr, #309, Riverside, CA
(951) 222-2240
Autism friendly pediatric dentist in Riverside, CA

Dr. Oariona Lowe, DDS
www.special2thdds.com
802 Magnolia Ave., Ste. 105, Corona, CA
(951) 371-8833
Dr. Oariona Lowe has been practicing Pediatric Dentistry since 1984. She treats children from age 1 through adulthood and many patients with special needs. She also offers IV sedation and hospital dentistry for patients who need specialized treatment.

Redlands Surgery Center
www.redlandsdentalsurgerycenter.com
1180 Nevada St., Suite 100, Redlands, CA
(909) 335-0474
Accepts almost every insurance, including IEHP/Medical. Patients will need a clearance from the primary doctor.

“Autism Friendly” Orthodontists (braces)

Byron E. Diehl, DDS, MS, APC
www.diehlorthodontics.com/
104 E. Olive Ave, Suite 204, Redlands, CA
(909) 793-2827
Experienced  with orthodontic treatment for special needs patients.

Many children and adults with ASD may need to be put under anesthesia for dental procedures. Medical insurance typically covers general anesthesia for dental treatment when the person is under age 7 or has a disability; however, it usually only covers this in a hospital setting or an outpatient surgical center. Inland Regional Center may also assist with the cost if your loved one requires dental work but requires anesthesia due to behavioral or medical challenges that make regular dental visits difficult or unsafe. The procedure must be performed in a hospital, surgical center, or dental office that meets the safety standards for anesthesia.

• Ask your Regional Center Service Coordinator for help with the process.
• Talk to your dentist – Let them know your loved one may need anesthesia.
• The dentist will prepare a treatment plan and explain why anesthesia is necessary.
• The dentist or provider will submit an approval request to Medi-Cal or the Regional Center.
• You may need to provide medical records or other documents that demonstrate the necessity of anesthesia.

Baker Pediatric Dental Care 
https://www.bakerpediatricdentalcare.com/
Tustin – (951) 506-1666
Pediatric dentistry. Treats special needs children and adults. General anesthesia is administered on site (Tustin location only). Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Children’s Choice Dental Care
https://www.mychildrenschoice.com/
Glendora – (626) 914-7645
Moreno Valley – (951) 968-5437
San Bernardino – (909) 927-5437
Pediatric dentistry serving children and young adults (ages 20 and under), including patients with special needs. General anesthesia is available for dental procedures. An initial consultation with the dentist is required before treatment. Most PPO insurance plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Children’s Dental Surgery Center
https://childrensdentalsurgerycenter.com/
Santa Ana – (714) 432-7337
Pediatric dentistry serving children with special needs ages 2–12. Primarily provides restorative dental care. General anesthesia is available. Patients are seen mostly by referrals. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Corona Dental Specialists
https://www.coronadentalspecialists.com/
Corona – (951)371-8833
General and pediatric dentistry. Serves special needs, children, and adults. General anesthesia is available for on-site dental procedures. Most PPO plans are accepted.

Dentistry 4 Kids of Corona
https://dentistry4kids.com/locations/corona/
Corona – (951) 371-5200
Pediatric dentistry. Serves children up to 18 years old; older children if the patient is a current client. General anesthesia is available on-site for more complex procedures and needs—physical exam clearance required (on a case-by-case basis). Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Dr. Dale Springer
https://www.drstringer.com/
Riverside – (951)787-0602
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Serve special needs and adults—hospital privileges at Loma Linda Hospital and Kaiser Permanente. Most PPO plans, Kaiser Permanente, and Medi-Cal are accepted. By referral only (primary dentist).

Dr. Diana Zschaschel
https://www.ladentaldayspa.com/
Los Angeles – (310) 854-6102
Serves children and adults—initial consultation with Dr. Zschachel. General anesthesia is available on-site. Must be medically cleared—major PPO (dental) plans accepted.

Dr. Hilo
https://www.hilodent.org/
Diamond Bar – (909) 276-4404
General and Pediatric Dentistry. Treats children and adults with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Developmental Delays. General anesthesia on-site. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Dr. Richard Kunihira
Upland – (909) 985-5117
Serves children and adults. Hospital dentistry is available at Kaiser Fontana for more complex medical or extensive dental needs. Still, the patient must have Kaiser medical insurance, be in San Bernardino County, and be assigned to KP Fontana. No IV/Oral sedation in the office. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Dr. James Richardson, DDS
www.babyteethdoc.com
Corona – (951) 735-2011
Pediatric dentistry serving children and young adults. General anesthesia is available for dental procedures. An anesthesiologist visits the office once a month to provide anesthesia services, and the practice also holds Kaiser privileges at Summit Surgery Center in Corona for outpatient dental surgeries. Most PPO plans and Kaiser Permanente insurance are accepted.

Dr. Justin A. Shuffer, DDS
https://www.drjustinshuffer.com/index.html
San Dimas – (909) 599-0283
Dr. Shuffer currently has surgical privileges at Children’s Hospital Orange County and Kaiser Permanente (Fontana) to treat children with special needs and those requiring extensive surgery. Most PPO plans are accepted.

Drs. Stephen Lee, DDS, and Elan Lee, DDS
www.stephenaleedds.com
Poway – (858) 748-3384
General and Pediatric Dentistry. Treats children and adults. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted. Hospital dentistry is available at Rady’s Hospital for children and adults (ages 37 and younger).

Dr. Perri Putrashan
Indio – (760) 347-2402
Pediatric Dentistry. Serves children up to age 12. The dentist is an anesthesiologist, and general anesthesia is available on-site. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Dr. Tina Azin
www.azinorthopedo.com
Rancho Santa Margarita -(949) 709-5437
Pediatric dentistry. Serves the special needs of the population aged 18 years and younger. General anesthesia is available at the Mobisurg Center (Laguna Hills) outpatient center. The general anesthesia option is available every other month. Most PPO plans are accepted.

Elements Dentistry
https://elementsdentistry.com/
Fountain Valley – (714) 831-0503
General and pediatric dentistry serving both children and adults. General anesthesia is available on-site with an anesthesiologist or at the Mobisurg Center in Laguna Hills for patients with Kaiser insurance. Most PPO plans are accepted.

Elevated Dentistry
https://www.elevateddentistrylv.com/
La Verne – (626) 682-0288
Serves adults and children. Sedation options, including general anesthesia, are available on-site. Most PPO plans are accepted. Vendored with San Gabriel Regional Center. In-home dentistry is also available.

Healthy Smiles-Alta Med
https://www.altamed.org/find/facility?specialties=Dentist&f%5B0%5D=county%3A234
Santa Ana – (714) 537-0700
Serves children and adults: IV sedation and General Anesthesia. Straight Medi-Cal accepted only. More complex or extensive medical needs are referred to CHOC Hospital. Care coordinators assist with the CHOC process.

Indio Surgery Center
https://www.indiosurgerycenter.com/
Indio – (760) 396-5733
Pediatric dentistry serving children ages 2-12. General Anesthesia is available for on-site dental procedures. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted. By referral only (from the primary dentist). Must have medical clearance from the primary physician for more complex needs.

Just for Kids Pediatric Dentistry
https://www.jfkpedoriverside.com/
Riverside – (951) 248-0567
Pediatric dentistry serving the special needs population through age 14. The general anesthesia option is available on-site for those aged 10 and younger. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Kids Dental Castle and Orthodontics
https://www.kidsdentalcastleca.com/
Pomona – (909) 741-7052
General and pediatric dentistry. Offers specialized services, including all aspects of pediatric dentistry and orthodontic treatments, with general anesthesia/IV available. Treats the special needs population from 6 months to adulthood. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Little Smiles of Eastvale
https://www.littlesmilesofeastvale.com/services/special-needs
Eastvale – (951) 456-4646
Pediatric dentistry serving children with special needs up to age 13. General anesthesia is available on-site. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, & Adult Dentistry
https://www.drjlittlesmiles.com/index.php
Yucaipa – (909) 794-4909
Pediatric dentistry serving special needs patients 13 years and under. General anesthesia is available for those under 13 years of age. Most PPO plans are accepted. Medi-Cal is accepted for patients under 16.

Loma Linda Koppel Special Care Dentistry Center
https://dentalclinics.llu.edu/koppel-center
Loma Linda – (909) 558-4663
Serves children and adults for cleanings, extractions, fillings, crowns, and general dentistry. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted; Kaiser and Delta Dental are not. General anesthesia is available for general dental work.

Mobisurg
https://mobisurg.com/
Laguna Hills – (949) 367-0800
Pediatric and Specialty Surgery Center staffed by pediatric anesthesiologists, committed to providing a safe, supportive environment for all patients—especially children and those with special needs. Serves patients 18 years of age and younger. Accept referrals and work with dentists who have privileges at the facility. In-network with Blue Cross and Kaiser Permanente. Other PPO plans accepted (out-of-network); please call to verify.

North County Dental Surgery Center
https://ncdsctr.com/
San Marcos – (760) 294-6208
The surgery center provides care for patients with special needs aged 18 and under. General anesthesia is available for individuals requiring more complex or specialized treatment. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Park Pediatric and General Dentistry
https://parkdentalhb.com/
Huntington Beach – (714) 841-4990
Pediatric and General Dentistry. Infants, Toddlers, Adolescents/Teenagers, Children with Special Healthcare Needs, Behavioral Disorders, Mental Disabilities, and Physical Disabilities. Hospital dentistry is available at CHOC or Mobisurg Surgery Center, in network with Delta Dental PPO and Cigna PPO.

Pediatric Dental Care- Dr. Corina Ramirez, DDS
https://www.drcorinaramirez.com/services/special-needs-dentistry/
San Dimas – (909) 305-0642
Dr. Corina Ramirez, DDS, is a special needs dentist with certified Touch Points Training for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Serves children aged 12 years and younger. General anesthesia is available on-site. Most PPO plans are accepted, and Medi-Cal is accepted for those 6 years old and younger.

Poiset and Associates
https://poisetandassociates.com/
San Diego – (858) 492-9977
Pediatric dental practice serving children with special needs ages 11 and under. Patients may continue receiving care beyond age 11 if they were established with the practice before turning 11. General anesthesia is available. For patients with complex medical conditions, disabilities, or circumstances that require advanced care, hospital-based dentistry is available at Rady’s Hospital. Most PPO insurance plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Premier Palm Dental
Garden Grove – (714) 537-7562
https://www.premierpalmdental.com/
General dentistry serving patients of all ages. Provides safe in-office sedation four days per week, as well as general anesthesia administered by board-certified anesthesiologists. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

Rady’s Pediatric Dental Clinic
https://www.rchsd.org/programs-services/dental-surgery/
San Diego – (800) 788-9029
Surgery services have more than 40 affiliated providers for pediatric dental procedures, including general dentists, pediatric dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and consulting orthodontists. Serves infants, young children, adolescents, and children with special healthcare needs who have extensive dental disease or dentofacial surgical needs requiring dental treatment or surgery under general anesthesia.

Redlands Dental Surgery Center
https://www.redlandsdentalsurgerycenter.com/
Redlands – (909) 335-0474
Serves children and adults. Exclusively treats patients who require general anesthesia. Each case is evaluated individually; the provider frequently sees patients with conditions such as asthma and sleep apnea, so eligibility depends on each patient’s medical history and clearance from their primary physician. Most PPO plans, Medi-Cal, and IEHP Direct—provided the patient is not assigned to Kaiser or Molina-accepted.

Smile Builders
https://sdsmilebuilders.com/
San Marcos – (760) 480-6700
Pediatric dentistry provides care for children with special needs up to age 14. Offers nitrous oxide, conscious sedation, and general anesthesia. General anesthesia cases are performed at the adjacent North County Dental Surgery Center. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted. Services available in English and Spanish.

Sensory Smiles Children’s Dentistry
https://www.sensorysmileschildrensdentistry.com/
Rancho Cucamonga – (909) 755-5111
Pediatric dentistry. Trained and certified to care for children and adults with sensory sensitivities, Autism, disabilities, and high-anxiety needs. Dr. Sara’s advanced training in hospital dentistry for adults enables her to continue treating adult patients with special needs—offering restorative care, sedation, and seamless care without transitioning to general practice. General Anesthesia is available on site. Major PPO plans accepted.

SoCal Kidz Pediatric Dentistry
https://socalkidzdentistry.com/
Long Beach – (562) 600-6555
Serves the special needs population up to age 21. General Anesthesia option available. Medical clearance from the primary physician is required for those with complex needs. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

SuperKids Dental
https://www.superkidsdental.net/
Montclair – (909) 616-5050
Pediatric dentistry. Treats the special needs population, ages 1-21. General anesthesia is available. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.

UCLA School of Dentistry
https://dentistry.ucla.edu/patient-care/clinic-locations/westwood-clinics/special-patient-care-hospital-dentistry
Los Angeles – (310) 825-6510
Hospital dentistry is available for individuals with special needs aged 13 and older. Most PPO plans and Medi-Cal are accepted.