Gentle Dental Care for Children, Teens & Growing Smiles
PVPD provides pediatric dental care for infants, toddlers, children, and teens in North Scottsdale. Our team helps children receive dental treatment in a calm and friendly setting.
From routine cleanings to tooth pain, cavities, orthodontic evaluations, tongue-tie concerns, dental emergencies, and sedation options, we provide complete care for growing smiles at our office.
Schedule your child’s visit today at our North Scottsdale office.
Children need dental care that is different from adult dentistry. Their teeth, gums, bite, jaw, habits, and comfort level are still developing.
Our pediatric dental team focuses on prevention, early diagnosis, gentle treatment, and positive dental experiences.
Parents choose our North Scottsdale office because we explain treatment clearly, keep visits comfortable, and create care plans based on each child’s age, dental health, and needs.
Meet Your Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Olga Dolghier
Dr. Olga Dolghier founded Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry with one belief: children who feel safe at the dentist grow into adults who take their oral health seriously.
She completed her dental degree and pediatric specialty residency, then pursued advanced training in laser dentistry, airway-focused care, and tongue- and lip-tie release.
These services are offered in-house at PVPD, so families can receive specialized care from a doctor their child already knows and trusts.
Dr. Dolghier is active in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, supports local school oral health education, and mentors future pediatric dental professionals. She brings the same careful standard to every visit, from a first cleaning to orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Olga Dolghier, DMD
Pediatric Dental Services We Offer for North Scottsdale Kids
Preventive Cleanings
& Exams
Twice-yearly cleanings and digital X-rays to catch problems before they start. We apply fluoride treatments and dental sealants to protect teeth from decay in decay-prone grooves.
Baby’s First
Dental Visit
Your child’s first appointment should happen within six months of the first tooth appearing. We guide parents on feeding, teething, and what to watch for during early development.
Laser Dentistry
for Kids
No drill noise, no vibration, less anesthesia. Our soft-tissue laser handles cavities, gum treatment, and frenectomies with surgical precision and minimal discomfort in a single visit.
Sedation &
In-Office Anesthesia
For anxious children or complex multi-procedure appointments, we offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and in-office general anesthesia, all administered by board-certified anesthesiologists.
Tongue & Lip
Tie Release
Undiagnosed tongue and lip ties affect breastfeeding, speech, and sleep. We perform precise laser frenectomies that take minutes, require no stitches, and show immediate functional improvement.
Special Needs
Dentistry
Children with autism, sensory processing disorders, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome receive care calibrated to their specific behavioral and physical needs, including sensory-adapted visits and flexible scheduling.
Airway & Obstruction
Assessment
Mouth breathing and sleep-disordered breathing in children trace back to airway anatomy. We screen for obstructions, enlarged tonsils, and structural issues that affect sleep quality and cognitive development.
Pulp Therapy
(Pediatric Root Canal)
When a cavity reaches the pulp of a baby tooth, we perform a pulpotomy or pulpectomy to save the tooth rather than extract it, preserving the space needed for permanent teeth to erupt correctly.
Space
Maintainers
When a baby tooth is lost early, the surrounding teeth drift inward and block the eruption of permanent teeth. Space maintainers hold the gap open so adult teeth have room to erupt in the correct position.
Traditional
Braces
Metal and ceramic bracket systems that correct crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. We use self-ligating brackets that require fewer adjustments and shorten total treatment time.
Invisalign
for Teens
Clear removable aligners that straighten teeth without brackets or wires. Teen-specific Invisalign includes compliance indicators and extra replacement aligners to account for an active teenage life.
Jaw Correction &
Expanders
Palate expanders and functional appliances during Phase 1 treatment (ages 7–10) guide jaw development before the permanent teeth arrive, reducing the need for extractions or surgery later.
Your Child’s First Visit, Step by Step
This is exactly what happens from the moment you contact us to when you walk out with a smile plan.
Book Online in 60 Seconds
Pick the North Scottsdale location, choose a time that works for your family, and confirm your visit. We will send new patient forms by email so you can handle the paperwork before you arrive and skip the clipboard shuffle.
Arrive at a Kid-First Office
No scary dental vibes here. Our North Scottsdale office is designed to feel calm, welcoming, and child-friendly. Your child is greeted by name, the space feels comfortable, and the visit starts before they even sit in the chair.
Comprehensive Dental Exam
Digital X-rays (low-radiation), a full oral exam, bite assessment, and airway screening. Dr. Dolghier walks you through every finding in simple language.
Personalized Treatment Plan
If your child needs treatment, we walk you through the plan. You will know what matters first, what can wait, what insurance may cover, and what the timeline looks like before anything is scheduled.
Follow-Up & Teledentistry
Questions after the appointment? Text us, call us, or ask about a teledentistry visit. We don’t disappear until the next cleaning. We stay connected so you feel supported between visits, too.
Why Choose PVPD in North Scottsdale?
Laser-First Approach
We reach for the laser before the drill whenever applicable. Laser dentistry eliminates the vibration and sound that trigger dental anxiety, which is the real reason many kids dislike visits to the dentist. As a result, fewer children need sedation.
Board Certification, Not Just a License
Any dentist can call themselves a pediatric dentist. Board certification from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry requires a two- to three-year specialty residency, comprehensive exams, and continuing recertification. It is the difference between a specialist and a generalist.
Two Specialties, One Appointment
We see children who need a cavity filled and an orthodontic evaluation in a single visit. No second practice, no separate referral, and no scheduling gap. That is rare in pediatric dental care and genuinely saves families time.
Teledentistry for Follow-Ups
Post-procedure check-ins, minor concerns, and retainer questions do not always require driving to the office. PVPD offers teledentistry consultations so parents can get answers fast without disrupting their week.
Sensory-Adapted Environment
The office is designed around child psychology, not adult preferences. Lighting, sound levels, waiting room layout, and procedural communication are all calibrated to reduce sensory overload and build trust before the chair.
Community-Embedded Practice
PVPD is the official dental partner of the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks. We sponsor local youth sports teams across the Valley. This is not branding. It is a reflection of where our priorities sit outside the office.
Our PVPD North Scottsdale Location!
Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics serves families at:
21070 N Pima Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Phone: (623) 535-7873
Our North Scottsdale office is convenient for families looking for a pediatric dentist near North Scottsdale, DC Ranch, Grayhawk, Pinnacle Peak, Desert Ridge, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Troon North, Carefree, Cave Creek, and nearby Scottsdale communities.
Can’t Make It to North Scottsdale? We are Closer Than You Think.
PVPD has six offices across the Phoenix metro. Board-certified pediatric specialists staff every location and share the same clinical standards.
Scottsdale
21070 N Pima Rd
Buckeye
West Valley
Goodyear
West Valley
Surprise
Northwest Valley
Chandler
East Valley
East Mesa
East Valley
Insurance and Payment Options for Dental Treatment!
We make treatment costs clear before your child’s care begins. Our team can review your insurance details, explain available payment options, and discuss financing when needed. We also accept cryptocurrency payments for families who prefer a modern and flexible way to pay for dental treatment.
Schedule a Pediatric Dental Appointment in North Scottsdale!
Your child’s dental visit should feel simple, safe, and useful. Whether your child needs a cleaning, a dental exam, cavity treatment, a visit for tooth pain, an orthodontic evaluation, or emergency dental care, PVPD is ready to help.
Call or text (623) 535-7873 to schedule an appointment at our North Scottsdale pediatric dental office.