Mariposa Pediatric Dentistry

Mariposa Pediatric Dentistry - Pediatric dentist in Santa Maria, CA
1414 S Miller St Suite J, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Opens today at 8:00am
SundayClosed
Monday8:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 4:00pm
Friday8:00am - 12:00pm
SaturdayClosed

At Mariposa Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to providing individualized, quality care in a friendly and fun environment. We know that children and families are all unique, and tailor our approach to best fit each child.

Dr. Annie Pedersen grew up in Southern California and completed her Bachelors Degree in Mathematics at UCLA. She continued her studies at the University of Washington, where she earned a Masters Degree in Biostatistics, before returning to UCLA to become a dentist.

Following dental school, Dr. Pedersen completed 2 years of additional training at the Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic to earn her Pediatric Dentistry specialty certificate. During her second year of residency, she earned the Pugh award and the James Roche Award of Excellence from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

We are in network with most PPO dental insurances, and are the only local pediatric dental specialist accepting Denti-Cal. Not sure if your specific plan is accepted? Contact us today for a complimentary benefits check.

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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 205 reviews

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Ana Garcia
a year ago
Great dentist and the staff is so friendly they are amazing with kids. They are all so efficient and great at there jobs!


Stacee Otero
a year ago
Had 4 kids visit today, best experience ever! Everyone was very kind! Thank you!


Sophia Chavez
a year ago
Staff is very friendly and nice. The Dr is awesome.


Rachael Forest
a year ago
The dentist and the whole team were great. My 5 yr old unfortunately needed 2 teeth pulled which makes me feel like the worst mom in the whole world!! But everyone here was very professional and very loving in a very stressful situation. I'm so thankful for that. You can tell these people care. Very quick and efficient also.


Shanty Cornelio
a year ago
Staff was attentive and personable. The doctor was delightful, professional, knowledgeable and informative. I bright my three and two year old sons at the same time and did not cry. They got a quality check up and cleaning.


maria Mora
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Good service, excellent staff. overall a good experience for me and my children (Original) Buena atencion, excelente personal. en general, una buena experiencia para mi como para mi hijos


Anita Short
a year ago
We had a great experience at Mariposa Pediatric Dentistry. The office staff was very kind and accommodating. They even offered us a later appointment when it came available, knowing we had a long drive. Britney was our dental assistant and made my daughter feel very comfortable. Even got her to laugh during her exam. Her Dentist was Anne Pedersen, DDS. She also made my daughter feel comfortable. She and her staff took extra time from their busy schedule to complete the needed services, saving us a return trip. We are definitely going to return for her 6 mo follow up. Thank you all very much!


Autumn Williamson
a year ago
After visiting a different dentist in my town for my 4 year old son, I was not satisfied. So I did a search for pediatric dentists in town and surrounding areas. I called Mariposa's Pediatric Dentistry to ask for an appointment and second opinion on my sons previous visit before going through with a procedure. On the phone, before scheduling an appointment I was able to address some concerns I had after the previous experience and got some clarification and explanations on why things might be done a certain way at a dentist, but also some reassurance on how this next experience would be much better. I called back two separate times before scheduling and got different receptionists, both of which were very friendly and made my decision easy. They were able to get my son in the next day, so we we decided on driving to the next town to make the visit. The receptionists were friendly and the gentleman assisting with Landon's first time X-Rays was very patient and kind. He was only able to get pictures of one side, but at least it was the side which was needing work. Shortly after the Dentist came in to discuss the next step and options for procedure. Unfortunately at that point my toddler was over it and didn't want to cooperate, but this was his third visit to dentists in the past week so I was understanding. Dr. Pederson explained how the procedure would work and was honest in addressing some of my concerns as a mother. I appreciated her and the receptionist giving other options in town that we could seek out but with discussion on the drive home we decided this would be the best fit for our son to get work done. The next appointment will not be for months out, which is not what we were hoping for, but they reassured that he will be fine in the meantime so it should be worth the wait. Fingers crossed he doesn't need work done before then because we would like to have it done at Mariposa's.


Vanessa Ruiz
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Very good attention! Very friendly staff. (Original) Muy buena atencion! Personal muy amable.


Kendra B.
a year ago
Dr. Accused my service animal of not being a registered service dog when he alerted to a child with disabilities and had front desk ask me to go outside. Dr spoke so loud down the hallway my entire family felt uncomfortable and ultimately did leave my medical alert dog in the car to avoid confrontation during my 5y old son's dental appointment. Horrible experience. Would never recommend.


heather solorio
a year ago
Gentle, kind, and always makes the kids feel comfortable during treatment and exams.


Guilma Perea
a year ago
(Translated by Google) I liked how my child was treated (Original) Me gusto como lo atendieron a mi nino


Monica Fidel
a year ago
Family-friendly, fast service and the employees are very helpful & informative


elizabeth cruz
a year ago
The doctor and the nurse do a very good job but unfortunately the staff in front desk are not with a very good attitude


Patricia Beltran
a year ago
(Translated by Google) It is the first time that I take my 3-year-old girl and I loved the service, the nurse was very kind to La Nina and the doctor was very patient in La Nina, she explained everything in detail, I definitely recommend her.... (Original) Es la primera vez que llevo a mi nina de 3 anos y me encanto el servicio la enfermera fue muy amable con La Nina y la doctora fue muy paciente en La Nina me explico todo con detalle definitivamente la recomiendo....


Deja Pimentel
a year ago
Highly recommend, they are all so good with kids!


Selena Ayala
a year ago
The BEST . Everyone was so nice and professional. I am beyond happy with my experience :) Im so happy we made the change to Mariposa Dentistry!


Team Myra
a year ago
Dr. Peterson and her staff are wonderful.


Kindra Korth
a year ago
My kids really like to come here. Everyone is very friendly and make it a great experience for the kids. They are quick and efficient. One of my children had anxiety for dental appointments before, but after coming to this establishment, no more. We are very happy here.


Yadira herrera
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Very friendly staff and they play a very familiar atmosphere with the patient... excellent service. (Original) Personal muy amable y desempenan un ambiente muy familiar con el paciente... excelente servicio.


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