Kona Pediatric Dentistry

At our Kailua-Kona office, we provide individualized pediatric dental care designed exclusively for infants, toddlers, and children. Our board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Matt Griffith, delivers gentle and effective treatments in a joyful and relaxed environment. We focus on education, prevention, and building positive dental experiences so kids look forward to their visits and parents feel empowered as partners in their child’s oral health. Every child’s care is tailored to their needs with services including first dental visits, routine checkups, digital X-rays, early orthodontic screenings, and more. Join us in celebrating bright, healthy smiles for your entire family.

Preventive dental care at our Kailua-Kona location focuses on helping kids and parents build healthy oral habits for life. Dr. Matt and our team educate families about brushing, flossing, and nutrition, and provide gentle, child-friendly checkups and cleanings. With regular visits, digital X-rays, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants, we help dramatically reduce the risk of cavities and set your child up for a bright, healthy future. Parents are always welcome in every visit, and we work to empower you as your child’s best advocate and partner in prevention.

Ensure your child’s smile stays healthy and bright with gentle teeth cleanings at our Kailua-Kona pediatric dental office. Dr. Matt and the team provide compassionate, thorough cleanings to prevent cavities and gum disease, making every visit engaging and positive. Alongside education about healthy habits and a fun, comfortable environment, your child will build trust with their dentist and enjoy coming back every six months.

Our Kailua-Kona pediatric dental practice uses cutting-edge digital radiography to provide quick, safe, and precise images of your child’s teeth with reduced radiation exposure. Digital X-rays make checkups more comfortable and help Dr. Matt spot issues early—so we can create the best care plan possible and give you peace of mind.

With advanced cone beam imaging in Kailua-Kona, we can capture detailed, 3D scans of your child’s mouth and jaw for more accurate diagnostics and treatment planning—all in a quick, comfortable experience. This state-of-the-art technology helps ensure your child receives the safest, most precise care possible.

Fluoride treatments are a simple, effective way to strengthen your child’s teeth and help prevent cavities. Our friendly team in Kailua-Kona uses safe fluoride varnishes during routine visits—giving your child’s smile extra protection and giving parents confidence in their child’s oral health.

Protect your child’s teeth against cavities with dental sealants in Kailua-Kona. This fast, painless treatment coats the chewing surfaces of back teeth, blocking out bacteria and food particles where cavities often form. Dental sealants are easy to apply and provide years of protection—keeping your child’s smile healthy and bright.

Our early orthodontic evaluations ensure your child’s smile develops properly. Dr. Matt checks for issues in tooth alignment and oral development during regular visits in Kailua-Kona—so any concerns can be caught early and the most effective, comfortable solutions can be provided.

Restore your child’s smile seamlessly with tooth-colored (white) fillings at our Kailua-Kona office. These modern composite fillings blend beautifully with natural teeth, repairing cavities safely and discreetly—so your little one’s smile stays healthy and confidence soars.

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a gentle, non-invasive treatment offered in Kailua-Kona that helps arrest early tooth decay and buy time before restorative treatments are needed. SDF is especially helpful for younger children or those who may not yet be ready for traditional fillings.

When a tooth is too damaged for a filling, our Kailua-Kona practice offers durable, attractive dental crowns—including white zirconia crowns and stainless-steel crowns. Dr. Matt helps restore your child’s smile, function, and comfort, always with a gentle touch and a focus on natural aesthetics.

We provide gentle tooth extractions for children in Kailua-Kona when teeth are too damaged, decayed, or causing crowding. Dr. Matt and his team use child-friendly techniques and always explain every step to help your child feel safe, supported, and calm.

If your child loses a baby tooth early, our Kailua-Kona pediatric dental team can custom-fit a space maintainer to gently hold space for the adult tooth. This helps prevent crowding or misalignment and supports healthy oral development.

For children with complex dental needs, extreme anxiety, or special needs, Dr. Matt offers hospital dentistry with general anesthesia at Kona Community Hospital. This allows your child to receive safe, comprehensive dental care in a comfortable, controlled environment—always prioritizing their safety and dignity.

Desensitization visits at our Kailua-Kona office help children become more comfortable with dental care. These fun, low-pressure “meet and greet” appointments allow anxious or new patients to explore the environment, meet Dr. Matt, and build trust before any treatment occurs.

If your child is experiencing dental pain, trauma, or an urgent dental issue, our Kailua-Kona pediatric dental team is here to help. We offer prompt, compassionate emergency dental care to relieve discomfort and restore your child’s smile—with a calm, reassuring approach every step of the way.

For mild anxiety or a sensitive gag reflex, we offer nitrous oxide sedation (“laughing gas”) in Kailua-Kona to help kids feel relaxed and comfortable during their dental visits. As always, parents are welcome every step of the way and all sedation is administered with safety as the highest priority.

General anesthesia is offered at Kona Community Hospital for young children, children with special needs, or those requiring extensive dental care who cannot be treated safely in the office. Dr. Matt works closely with medical anesthesia professionals to ensure a safe, positive experience and complete care for your child—all while minimizing stress and trauma.