After undergrad, Heidi attended dental school at the University of Iowa in Iowa City where she met her husband Jesse, who is now a general dentist here in Anchorage. During dental school, Heidi decided to specialize in pediatrics and was accepted into the Lutheran Medical Pediatric Dental Residency Program at the Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage. She and Jesse are outdoor enthusiasts and wanted an adventure, so immediately following their wedding and graduation they did the big drive along the Alcan Highway and moved to Alaska. It was supposed to be a two-year adventure while completing the pediatric residency program, but Heidi and Jesse fell in love with Alaska and the community and they decided to stay. They couldn't imagine giving up all the backcountry skiing, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, fat tire biking, and camping that Alaska has to offer!
After completing her two year pediatric dental residency at ANMC and becoming Board Certified , Heidi joined the family at Just Kids in 2013 and she found her second home! Heidi is excited about carrying on the traditions Christine has started, and looks forward to nurturing and growing the Just Kids family for years to come. She is an active member of the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership and Alaska Dental Action Coalition, is on the Medicaid dental advisory committee, and is a board member for Anchorage Project Access.
Jennifer came back to Kentucky and received her dental degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. She participated in numerous community service events from rural Appalachia to Red Bank, Belize. During these experiences Jennifer realized the most rewarding part of dentistry for her was working and teaching kids about their oral health. After graduation in 2010, Jennifer worked in public health dentistry for the Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska. Jennifer then worked intermittently at the Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) and private practice in Anchorage, Alaska while her husband finished oral and maxillofacial surgery residency in Detroit, Michigan.
In 2017 Jennifer started her pediatric dental residency at ANMC with one son, Taj and will finish with a son and daughter, Opal. When Jennifer is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, riding horses and taking advantage of Alaskas outdoor playground.
They are great with the kids. They enjoy going there. The people there are nice, easy to talk to. They explain everything in detail. I would recommend them. Every child should comfortable and relaxed, not have anxiety.
I cant say enough about how amazing this office is. My children get nothing but the best from Dr. Ostby and her team. This is by far the best pediatric dental office in Anchorage. After a very traumatic dental experience with another office Dr. Ostby has turned a very afraid little girl into a more relaxed little girl at the dental office and I cant thank her enough for that.
Dr. Otsby is Amazing. Very happy to have my children go here. The front staff are always friendly. We never have a long wait to be seen. My daughter was terrified of going and Dr. Otsby made my daughter very comfortable to get all her work done easily.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 107 reviews
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a year ago
I love this dental place! I switched over to Just Kids during the beginning of the pandemic. They were so loving, kind, and took care of my son when no other places would. Now all 3 of my kids are seen here. The atmosphere and the staffs are always treating us with friendliness and kindness. I truly recommend Just Kids to all.
Teejay Suiaunoa
a year ago
All so AWESOME FAST EFFICIENT AND FAMILY FRIENDLY
Allysa Apalayak
a year ago
Friendly and welcoming environment. Clean and well equipped for children in keeping them entertained, they even have a tv on the ceiling in the exam room! Would definitely recommend this place to others.
Monica Swint
a year ago
We live on the southside but we come all the way here because the customer service is so great! My kids love coming here and we would recommend them to any family.
Elizabeth Nerland
a year ago
Great experience for all my kiddos. In and out in under an hour for 4 kids' X-rays and cleaning. Cheerful staff ...just right for wiggly kids!
siorra B
a year ago
The staff are all friendly, the way they assist are superb! My son is not afraid of the dentist anymore..Thank ya'll
Michaelmilo26 Milo
a year ago
Great service nice staff members
Alaska Bear
a year ago
Just Kids Pediatric Dental Center all providers and assistants are best. Front desks (Hope and Corrie) are so sweet and helpful. My kids always love to go dental because of them. I strongly recommend whoever looking for kids dental, join Just Kids Dental. Thank you so so much Just Kids Pediatric Dental Center.
edward lee
a year ago
Prompt, courteous service-customer for years and with all 5 of my kids-can't recommend enough!
Blue Raspberry Lemonade
a year ago
Very pleasant, easy to work with. They have a TV on the ceiling to play movies while they fill cavities etc. Will be coming back again
Shaharriet Houchins
a year ago
Our children grew up from 2003 in Just Kids till they all reached adulthood! We have an autistic son who still sees Dr. Heidi Otsby! We absolutely love her! This Pediatric Dental Office is the absolute best!
Malikya Kaiser
a year ago
I love how patient they are with my family and our son , I will Be moving soon and I will Truly miss this dentist office !!!! Thank you all for everything and the hard work you guys have been doing!
alberto mora
a year ago
Just kids is an amazing place for kids and miss Gedalia is an amazing person and a woman of god....she's absolutely amazing
Ashlyn S
a year ago
As a first time Mother, I highly recommend.The staff was extremely helpful, as well as Dr. Heidi, Answering all my questions and showing me awesome techniques and tricks with brushing little ones teeth.
Charles Butchers on
a year ago
The Best
FusionBonnie
a year ago
Very awesome
Rebecca Wilcut
a year ago
The office staff are so kind and helpful!! A great experience so kids will actually enjoy seeing the dentist.
Teresa Olorunlowo
a year ago
Nice staff!
k dilley bean
a year ago
The staff is gentle and kind and we wouldn't go anywhere else!
Paradise Renee
a year ago
Got first appointment and surgery date made fast! 4yo loved taking the X-rays as well, great atmosphere and employees! Definitely recommend.
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