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A dental home for changing schedules
Westwood families can turn to Westside Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Group in Santa Monica for pediatric dental care and orthodontics. Whether you are new to the area or looking for an ongoing dental home, our team can explain how to get started and prepare for your child’s visit.
Pediatric dentistry & orthodontics
One office in Santa Monica. Families across the Westside.
From Westwood to ongoing care in Santa Monica
Families around Westwood Village, the UCLA area, and surrounding neighborhoods may be balancing school, work, and changing household schedules. Our Santa Monica practice offers pediatric dental services and orthodontic care at one location. Appointments take place on 15th Street, rather than at a separate Westwood office.
When requesting an appointment, tell the team whether your visit is a first examination, routine care, or a consultation for a specific concern. Ask how much time to allow and use live navigation from your actual starting point. A morning trip from home and an afternoon trip from work may require different planning.
Make the most of your appointment
If you are establishing care after moving to Westwood, ask how to arrange the transfer of previous dental records. If your family’s time in the area may be limited, mention that before starting a course of care. Understanding your circumstances helps the team discuss follow-up needs and the questions to resolve before treatment.
Get to know pediatric dentists Dr. Bernard Gross and Dr. Michael Kleinman, and orthodontist Dr. Gary Saltz. Their profiles explain their backgrounds and approach to care.
Visit our Santa Monica office
Westside Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Group
1304 15th Street, Suite 206
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Office hours:
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
Call: 310-362-6529
Ask the team about parking, building entry, appointment availability, and any preparation for your visit.
Dental services for Westwood families
Choose a service to learn more, then contact our team to arrange the appropriate visit in Santa Monica.
Pediatric dentistry
Our pediatric team provides preventive care and services for children with dental concerns. Review the pediatric dentistry page to learn about exams, cleanings, sealants, and fillings before speaking with the scheduling team.
Orthodontics & Invisalign
For patients exploring orthodontics, the consultation is an opportunity to ask about braces, Invisalign, and the visits involved. Share any anticipated move or schedule change when discussing a possible treatment plan.
Your child’s first visit
See how we introduce children to the office, what parents can prepare, and how to share comfort needs with the team. Knowing what to expect can make planning easier for everyone.
Questions from Westwood families
Can families near UCLA visit your Santa Monica practice?
Yes. We welcome families from Westwood and the UCLA area. Dental and orthodontic appointments described here take place at 1304 15th Street, Suite 206, Santa Monica.
What if we may move during orthodontic treatment?
Mention the possible move during the consultation. Ask about treatment timing, follow-up requirements, and how care transitions are handled before deciding on a plan.
What should we bring to a first appointment?
Ask which new-patient forms are needed, and have your child’s medical and dental history, medication information, and insurance details available. Contact us about sharing recent dental records or X-rays before the visit. Our first-visit page explains what to expect.
How do we check insurance and appointment availability?
Call 310-362-6529 or use the appointment request page. Share your plan details and the type of care you are seeking. Confirm coverage, possible out-of-pocket costs, and the appointment time with the team; submitting a request does not by itself confirm a booking.
