KALI SMILES KIDS PLEASANT HILL
Services We Offer
- Emergency Dentistry
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Preventive Dentistry
- Sedation Dentistry
Proudly serving the community of Pleasant Hill, CA
At Kali Smiles, we’re thrilled to provide families with quality, specialized dental care in a modern and inviting space. From infants to adolescents, we approach pediatric dentistry in a way that’s engaging, positive, and delightfully informative, so your child can take pride in their healthy smiles for life. If you’re seeking a caring pediatric dental home for your family, we couldn’t be more excited to meet you!
Our Mission
To provide a positive and supportive dental experience that cultivates children to be motivated to take pride in their oral health and maintain it for a lifetime. Our goal is to provide children with skills needed to maintain and preserve their oral health while putting a stop to dental anxiety before it can start.
Why Choose Us
Our expert team is focused on providing superior pediatric dental care as well as behavioral management and helps foster a positive relationship between your child and dental care.
Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Christy Tran
Dr. Christy Tran is originally from the suburbs of Los Angeles. She fell in love with the Bay Area when she attended UC Berkeley, where she received a double major in Integrative Biology and Public Health. Life took her to hot and dry Glendale, Arizona, for dental school at Midwestern University. There, she held multiple leadership positions, including president of both the American Student Dental Association and the National Student Research Group. She was fortunate enough to participate in an international mission trip to provide dental care for the people of the Kingdom of Tonga in the Polynesian Islands, where her passion for working with children grew.
Dr. Tran completed a community clinic and hospital-based residency in Columbia, MO. There, she participated in a fellowship program with the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program, where she honed her skills working with children with special health care needs. Dr. Tran is excited to be back in the Bay Area and strives to create a positive, fulfilling, and enjoyable environment for every child and their families. Her goal is to make every visit to the dentist fun and never scary!
Outside of work, Dr. Tran enjoys spending time with her fiancé Ian, a pediatric occupational therapist who shares her love of working with children. They’re kept busy with wedding planning and their energetic Westie Terrier, Scout, who loves playing at the dog park. Dr. Tran is an aspiring chef who loves to try every new recipe she can find. She also enjoys traveling and her dream is to visit every continent in the world.
Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Viviene Valdez (Dr. V), DDS
Dr. Viviene Valdez, DDS – Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, is a native of Sydney, Australia, where she attended the University of Sydney to study medical science. Wishing to continue her studies, Dr. Valdez moved to the United States and completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Ohio State University. She then attended New York University and received her Doctor of Dental Surgery. Dr. Valdez went on to complete her general dentistry and pediatric dentistry residency at St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx, NY, Resident Dentistry-General.
Dr. Valdez is a clinical faculty member at the University of the Pacific, San Francisco, Pediatric Dentistry. She has also been Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry since 2011. She currently volunteers as a Committee Member for the certification and renewal process with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and California Society of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Valdez is dedicated to her profession and passionate about working with kids. In her spare time, Dr. Valdez enjoys spending time with family, biking, hiking, or going to new places. She is also passionate about serving the community and volunteers at dental health fairs.
Dental Emergencies
Pediatric Dentistry
Preventive Dentistry
FINANCE AND INSURANCE
Payment Options
No Insurance, no problem! At Kali Smiles we strive to make dental care accessible for all families and will do our utmost to work with our patients to create affordable payment plans.
Why Choose Kali Smiles Kids
At Kali Smiles Kids, we’re thrilled to provide families with quality, specialized dental care in a modern and inviting space. From infants to adolescents, we approach pediatric dentistry in a way that’s engaging, positive, and delightfully informative, so your child can take pride in their healthy smiles for life.
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