Sensory inclusive dental care for kids, teens, and young adults with special needs
We provide comprehensive pediatric dental care for children in Alta Loma, CA. Our experienced team offers preventive dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, fillings, emergency dental care, and specialized dentistry for infants, toddlers, children, and teens in a welcoming, comfortable, and child-friendly environment.
Led by
Dr. Sara El-Sherbini
Sensodyne x KultureCity certified practice
Gentle care for kids and special needs patients up to age 25
Exam with airway evaluation, cleaning, X-rays, and fluoride varnish
We provide specialty, preventive, and restorative care under one roof. Below is what each service involves and who it helps.
Our prenatal and infant dentistry program offers prenatal screenings, maternal education, and first visits in nursery style rooms. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first visit by age one or within six months of the first tooth. Through special needs dental care, we build individualized comfort plans and schedule desensitization visits before treatment. Our airway and sleep screenings look for early signs of sleep disordered breathing, mouth breathing, and tongue or lip ties, which Dr. Sara can release with a CO2 laser. When a child cannot safely complete treatment awake, we offer pediatric sedation options: nitrous oxide for mild anxiety, oral sedation for deeper relaxation, and general anesthesia provided by a board certified anesthesiologist.
A children’s dental exam checks teeth, gums, bite, and jaw growth. A teeth cleaning removes plaque and tartar that brushing misses. Sealants are thin coatings that protect the deep grooves of back teeth, and fluoride treatments strengthen enamel against decay. For kids in sports, we make custom mouthguards that fit better than store bought versions.
We repair cavities with tooth colored fillings. When decay is larger, kids dental crowns cover and protect the whole tooth. Pulp therapy, including pulpotomies, treats infection inside a baby tooth so it can stay in place until it falls out naturally. We perform extractions when a tooth cannot be saved, and we provide retainers to hold teeth in position after orthodontic treatment. For toothaches or chipped or knocked out teeth, call (909) 755-5111 right away.
See the full list of treatments on our pediatric dental services page.
We offer one dental home for your child from the first tooth into young adulthood. Your child keeps the same doctor and team as they grow, with no need to switch offices at 13 or 18.
Our patients range from newborns with feeding or tongue tie concerns to teens who need a sports mouthguard or a retainer. We explain what we find at each visit, what it means, and which options you have. You make the decisions with clear information in hand.
We are the only Sensodyne x KultureCity Sensory Inclusive Certified pediatric practice in Rancho Cucamonga. Our team is trained to support children who are anxious, sensitive to sound, light, or touch, or living with autism, ADHD, or other special needs. We set the pace around your child, not the clock.
Most nearby families reach us on local streets without using the freeway. A short drive helps kids who get restless or overwhelmed in the car.
Address: 9774 19th Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737
Drive time: About 5 to 10 minutes from most Alta Loma neighborhoods
Routes: 19th Street, Base Line Road, or Archibald Avenue
Hours: Monday through Friday, with Saturday visits by appointment
We are open Monday 9 to 5, Tuesday through Thursday 8:30 to 5, and Friday 9 to 2. Call (909) 755-5111 or use our contact page to reach the front desk.
Bright lights, loud tools, and unfamiliar touch can make a dental visit hard for many kids. We adjust the setting and the pace so your child stays calm and knows what comes next. These supports are part of every visit.
sensi Visits Program for Fear, Trauma, and Anxiety
We created the sensi Visits Program for children with dental fear, past trauma, anxiety, autism, or ADHD. It starts with a pre visit comfort survey so we know your child’s triggers. From there we use social stories, therapy based desensitization sessions, and personalized quiet visits to build familiarity step by step. Each child also receives a take home sensory kit to practice with between appointments.
Dr. Sara El-Sherbini is a board certified pediatric dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She received the 2021 Pugh Award, given for scores in the top three percent on the National Board Certification Exam.
Her advanced training includes The Breathe Institute, the Alabama Tongue-Tie Center, Function First University, and the American Laser Study Club. She focuses on airway and sleep health and looks for the root causes behind dental problems, such as mouth breathing or restricted tongue movement. Dr. Sara also supports Special Olympics Special Smiles.
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When you book, we ask about comfort level, sensory sensitivities, and past dental experiences. We use your answers to prepare the room and set the pace.
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Your child can explore the office, use the quiet room, or play before we begin. We start when they are ready.
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Dr. Sara explains each step, shows your child the tool, and then completes the step. Nothing happens without warning.
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We walk you through our findings, recommend any next steps, and give you home care tips suited to your child’s age.
We offer a $120 new patient special for uninsured patients. It includes a comprehensive exam with an airway evaluation, a cleaning, X-rays, and fluoride varnish. The offer is limited to one per patient and cannot be combined with insurance. Book a visit to use it.
Offer valid for uninsured patients only and cannot be combined with insurance. Limit one per patient.
Our membership plans cover preventive care for infants, children, and teens at a monthly rate, with savings on treatment and specialty services. There are no deductibles, no waiting periods, and no claim forms. If you have insurance, we work with many families to make the most of their coverage.
We are proud to create positive, memorable experiences for our families.
We are at 9774 19th Street in Rancho Cucamonga, ZIP 91737. Most local families arrive in about 5 to 10 minutes using 19th Street, Base Line Road, or Archibald Avenue.
A pediatric dentist completes additional specialty training in treating infants, children, teens, and patients with special needs. Dr. Sara is board certified in pediatric dentistry, and our practice treats only these age groups.
Yes. We provide headphones, a quiet room, and a slow, predictable pace. Our sensi Visits Program adds desensitization sessions and social stories so children can get comfortable before any treatment.
Yes. Dr. Sara checks for tongue and lip ties, airway restrictions, and signs of sleep disordered breathing. If a release is needed, she performs it with a CO2 laser.
We treat newborns, children, and teens. We also see patients with special needs up to age 25, so they can stay with a team that knows them.
Request a visit online through our Book Now page or call (909) 755-5111. We are open Monday through Friday, with Saturday appointments available.
Sealants help most children once their permanent back teeth come in, usually around ages 6 and 12. We paint a thin coating into the grooves where food and bacteria collect. The process is quick and painless and needs no numbing.
Call (909) 755-5111 or request an appointment online to schedule your child’s visit. We will review your child’s needs before the first appointment and plan the visit around them.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
