Pediatric Dentist in Pinole, CA

We’re refreshing our brand to create a pediatric dental experience that feels fresh, fun, welcoming and designed specifically for today’s families.

As part of this update, we’re also partnering with Kali Smiles Kids, a pediatric dental brand that shares our commitment to making dental visits positive, comfortable and engaging for children. Kali Smiles Kids is a well-established pediatric dental brand in the Bay Area.

The new Kali Smiles Kids name allows us to bring that shared vision to our practice while continuing the relationships and personalized care that families have come to expect.

No. This is the same practice you know and trust, with a new name and refreshed brand.

You will continue to visit the same location and receive the same high-quality pediatric dental care.

No. Your child’s doctor is not changing.

Your child will continue to see Dr. Lillian Dashiell and receive care from the same clinical team.

Dr. Dashiell is a pediatric dentist with specialized training and experience caring for children and adolescents. She and the team remain committed to providing personalized, compassionate care for every child.

No. Our team is staying the same.

The familiar faces you know (from the front office to the clinical team) will continue to be here to care for your family.

No. The care your child receives remains our top priority.

Our commitment to pediatric dentistry, preventive care, patient comfort and creating positive dental experiences remains the same.

The goal of the rebrand is to enhance the brand experience and how we present ourselves to families, not to change the quality or personal nature of the care we provide.

The name reflects a more playful, modern and child-focused identity.

Kali Smiles Kids is designed to communicate what we want children and parents to feel when they visit us: happy, comfortable, confident and excited about taking care of their smiles.

It also connects our practice with a broader pediatric dental partnership that shares our philosophy of making children’s dental care positive and supportive.

The partnership gives us the opportunity to share ideas, resources and best practices with a pediatric dental organization that has a similar philosophy and commitment to children.

Kali Smiles Kids focuses on creating a welcoming environment, educating children and parents, and helping children develop a positive relationship with dental care.

For families, that means we can continue building on what already works while introducing new ideas and experiences designed to make pediatric dentistry even more engaging.

No. Your existing appointments will remain in place.

You should continue to come to your appointments as scheduled. If there are any changes that affect your specific appointment, our team will contact you directly.

The rebrand itself does not mean that you need to make any changes to your child’s care or appointment schedule.

If there are questions about your insurance, account or payment arrangements, our team is happy to help.

You may begin to notice new signage, colors, logos and other visual updates as we introduce the Kali Smiles Kids brand.

These changes are part of creating a more modern, colorful and kid-friendly experience.

While the look of the practice may evolve, the people and care behind it remain familiar.

We value the history and relationships built under the Smart Start Dental name.

At the same time, brands need to evolve. We want our identity to better reflect the experience we strive to provide today: modern, energetic, welcoming and centered around children and families.

This rebrand allows us to celebrate what has made the practice special while creating an identity that better represents where we’re headed.

The Smart Start Dental name is being replaced by Kali Smiles Kids, but the practice, doctor and team you know are continuing.

Think of it as a new chapter, not a new practice.

You’ll continue to receive the same personal attention and pediatric dental care from the same doctor and team.

What will change is the way the practice looks and presents itself, with a fresh new name, updated branding and a renewed focus on making every visit feel positive, welcoming and fun for kids.

Nothing!

You don’t need to take any action because of the name change.

Continue to schedule and attend your child’s appointments as usual. You may simply begin seeing the Kali Smiles Kids name and branding in our office, communications and online.