Welcome to Children’s Dental Center

Our goal is to provide the best possible dental care to your children and to teach them good dental habits from an early age.

We strive to attain this goal by:

• Creating an office atmosphere which minimizes children’s dental fears;

• Using a team approach for the delivery of dental care consisting of the dentist, staff, parent, and child;

• Employing a staff specifically trained to treat children and sensitive to their needs;

• Considering your child’s needs, stage of dental development and behavior, along with your parental concerns when designing treatments.

Dr. Ortuzar and her team encourage you to ask any questions regarding your child’s treatment or how they did while visiting our office.

It is our intent that you leave our office pleased with the quality of care that your child has received and the professional manner in which it was administered.

 

LOCATION:

(Click here for a map and directions.)

 

 

OFFICE HOURS:

During the winter months of January and February our schedule changes, call our office for updated scheduled hours.

For your family's convenience, we are open on a number of holidays and no school days.

 

Your Pediatric Dentist

     

Dr. Olga Ortuzar and her daughters Nikki and Amanda LaBell

 

After the completion of the required four year of dental education, Dr. Olga Ortuzar completed a residency in General Dentist at a major Florida trauma center. She then enlisted for an additional year at the same institution to expand her training in Dentistry. During this time, she decided to return to school to complete two additional years of training in the specialty of Pediatric Dentistry. Concurrent with becoming children’s specialist, Dr. Ortuzar undertook and completed a master’s degree for her research in the field of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Ortuzar believes in continually adding to her dental education so that she can offer the most current dental treatment available. In additional to attending many continuing education courses each year, she is a member of the Evergreen Pediatric Study Club.

The field of Dentistry is continually changing. Dr. Ortuzar believes in taking an active part in shaping the future of Dentistry, so she is an active member of the following organizations:

• American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

• Washington State Pediatric Dental Assoc.

• American Dental Association

• Washington State Dental Association

• Snohomish County Dental Association

 

Testimonials:

"Just a note to say how much your kindness is appreciated. Thank you for being such a wonderful dentist!  My girls are so lucky to have you and your staff."

Love the James Family plus Simba and Lucky.

 

"Thanks for cleaning my teeth and being the best at it!"

Garrett – 6 years old.

 

"You are the BEST!! Not only were you the “silver lining in my cloud” when I meet you, but you have continually been a person Mike and I look forward to seeing. You are skilled and have an abundant amount of energy. I am in “awe” of the fact that you take time from your busy day to connect with each one of us. Hugs to you for your kindness."

Lorrie Tomich and Family

  

"Ella and I wanted to say ‘thank you’ for your time and kindness. You made Ella’s first trip to the dentist so special, despite the circumstances with her painful accident. It is so nice to know that we have a dentist for our children who really cares and is available in emergencies.  Thanks for putting our minds at ease! Ella can’t wait to go back to the dentist."

Leah and Paul Lawson

 

"I have been coming to Children's Dental Center since I was 11.  Dr. Ortuzar has inspired me to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene.  I believe after meeting her that it is possible to be a mom, a wife, and a caring decided professional.  During the summer of 2007 I am doing an externship in her office.  My goal is to contribute to this community and to our world.  In the fall of 2007, I will begin attending school at Shoreline Community College."

 

Marisa Frazer

 

Why was I referred to a pediatric dentist?

There are many reasons why children come to a pediatric dentist. The pediatric dental specialist has a minimum of two additional years of education just in dentistry for children. Some children require a lot of tender loving care to get through their dental appointments. Other children are in need of extensive work that requires a highly trained efficient staff familiar with children’s needs. Still other children just prefer an environment designed specifically for them with other children around.

By referring your child to our office, your family dentist has recognized that your child might benefit from the additional care, time and effort that a specialty office can provide. Your dentist wants your child to receive the best care possible, In an office designed just for kids so that they might develop into an excellent adult dental patient and be rewarded with good dental health throughout their lives.

We realize that you are entrusting our office with the dental health of your child. We commit to you that we will do everything humanly possible to deliver excellent dental care to your child in a professional and courteous manner. We committed to keeping you informed of your child’s current dental health and preventing future dental disease through semi-annual dental examinations, cleanings, fluoride treatments and sealants.

 

After Hour Dental Emergencies:

Dr. Ortuzar believes in being accessible to her patients. She is available 24 hours a day to care for any emergency needs or concerns of her patients of record. Should you need to contact Dr. Ortuzar after hours she can be reached by contacting her office Number 425-355-1136 or 425-745-9435 for referral to her present location.

 

Insurance and Fees:

We accept most major dental insurance plans. we are a preferred provider for Washington Dental Service (WDS or Delta Dental) and Regence Blue Shield. Your insurance company is a third party in payment participation of your child’s dental treatment. While it may help pay part of the cost of your child’s care, it may not cover the entire amount of the services provided. Please understand that we can only provide you with just an estimate of your insurance benefits. Our estimate of your insurance benefits is only our "best guess" regarding the extent to which your insurance might be expected to pay. In order for you to receive the maximum benefits available from your insurance, you will need to provide us with as accurate dental information as possible.

We are a fee-for-service office, so we ask that any amount not covered by insurance be paid at the time of service. Patients are fully responsible for payment of all treatment, regardless of insurance coverage. In addition, we take Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card.

 

HOSPITAL AFFILIATION:

It is sometimes necessary to provide dental treatment to young patients with special needs under general anesthesia at a local hospital. Dr. Ortuzar is on the staff and maintains privileges at Stevens Memorial Hospital in Edmonds.

 

ABOUT STERILIZATION:

All instruments, materials and dental handpieces are disposable or steam autoclaved using an approved manner of the Washington Division of Industrial Safety and Health (WISHA). Our staff is diligent when it comes to instrument sterilization and preventing the spread of acquired blood-borne infections such as hepatitis and HIV as well as tuberculosis and the common cold. Our office complies with and exceeds the guidelines set forth by WISHA for office equipment sterilization, dental care delivery and disposal of waste materials. We invite you to view our office sterilization facility and ask any questions that may remain regarding our sterilization procedures.