Pediatric Smiles

164 reviews
Pediatric dentist in Bessemer, AL
Pediatric Smiles - Pediatric dentist in Bessemer, AL
4823 Promenade Pkwy #101, Bessemer, AL 35022
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Opens Monday at 7:45am
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Monday7:45am - 5:00pm
Tuesday7:45am - 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday7:45am - 5:30pm
Friday7:45am - 12:00pm
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It is humbling to be trusted by parents to care for their most valuable gift: their children. In turn, my staff and I are resolved to treat each child as our own. We are kind, patient, gentle, and empathetic; always taking the time needed to make sure the youngster is comfortable and at ease before proceeding with any care.

I chose healthcare, then dentistry and the pediatric dental specialty, because I love helping people. It is a wonderful feeling to remove pain or discomfort, restore smiles, and improve peoples confidence. Even better, I get to provide these services for children and, in doing so, help set them on the path to a healthier and happier life!

I grew up here in Alabama and attended Xavier University of Louisiana for my bachelors degree. Dental school came next, at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry, where I obtained my Doctorate of Dental Medicine. Remaining at UAB, I completed a rigorous multi-year pediatric dentistry residency.

It is rewarding to talk with and get to know my patients and their family. I want parents to know that I am here for them, that I want their input, and that I am happy to answer questions and address concerns. Most of all, I want parents to know their son or daughter is safe and I am caring for the child to the best of my ability.

Through these organizations I have access to numerous meetings, lectures, seminars, and other avenues to learn from leaders in the specialty. Thoughas a board-certified pediatric dentist, I am required to meet certain continuing education (CE) standards to maintain certification, I enjoy the learning process. Keeping current on the latest innovations, emerging trends, and new research, techniques, and materials is exciting!

Its fun to learn new things and then share that knowledge with patients, families, and my staff. Likewise, active CE ensures I am providing patients with the most up-to-date treatment and care: they deserve only the best, and Im constantly furthering my abilities in order to deliver that!

As a wife and a mother, family is my passion and priority. My husband Ronnie Gatrey and I have two boys, Noah and Abraham, who bring so much light and love to our lives. I spend my free time with my family:watching movies, doing art work, and going to Disney.

Dr. Gatrey and our staff pursue continuing education opportunities to stay at the forefront of new developments. At the same time, we are personable, friendly, and welcoming. We love spending our days in the company of fascinating, dynamic children and treasure the energy and excitement each brings to our lives!

  • Positive Dental Care: We understand the impact early childhood experiences can have on an individual:creating feelings that last well into adulthood. So we strive to provide only positive, supportive experiences when a little one visitsPediatric Smiles.
  • Setting the Child at Ease: From warm smiles and greeting the child by name uponarrival,to taking time to really listen and engage, we work to help everyonefeel safe. When its time for theexam or procedure, we make sure the patientiscomfortable in the chair, and walk him or herthrough whats going to happen using everyday language. With a Tell-Show-Do approach, plus encouraging and thoroughly answering the little ones questions, we help to eliminate any worry theyoungstermight have.
  • Constant Encouragement: During the procedure, Dr. Gatrey and our team are attentive to childrens physical and emotional comfort. We talk with them about what were doing, check on how theyre feeling, and tell them how proud we are of their behavior. (It isnt easy to hold still, even for some adults!) When finished, we reinforce how well the patientdid and how happy we are to have had this time with them.
  • Child and Parent Education: A large focus of our practice is on prevention: stopping small issues before they become problems, and, better yet, making sure the small issues never start. In order to give the child the best start, we offer practical education and guidance to children and their families. Teaching about everything from nutrition to the importance of exercise, healthy behaviors, and establishing good home dental hygiene, is all part of our service. We want our patients, and their parents, to understand why its important to maintain oral health and how to do so, so the little one has a lifetime of healthy, wonderful smiles before them!

    • Reviews

    Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 164 reviews

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    Melissa Riles
    a year ago
    I just love bringing my kids to this dentist. Dr Tabitha is awesome and the staff is absolutely wonderful.

    Chris Bostock
    a year ago
    Dr. Gatrey always takes great care of our kids. She is patient, kind and very informative about their treatments.

    Christin Mallory
    a year ago
    I truly love this dentist office. We always have a great experience when we go. I have 2 kids in totally different age groups and the staff is able to treat them and converse with them on their level and I love that. Dr. Jarman-Gatrey has been seeing my kids since they were old enough to go to the dentist and she is the best!!!!

    Monquita Smith
    a year ago
    My kids are always taking well cared at pediatric smiles Dr Tabitha and great staff

    Toni Hill
    a year ago
    Very good and professional I love bringing my kids here

    Mary Avans
    a year ago
    They are always on time, friendly, and wonderful all around.

    Rachael Harlow
    a year ago
    Great place my son loves getting his teeth cleaned!

    Vickey Brantley
    a year ago
    All 3 grandkids love it there. I do also. No problems at all.

    t fowler-scott
    a year ago
    Great Staff and Service!

    Misty Hall
    a year ago
    These people are so amazing. They have helped my daughter see that not all dentist are bad. She had a terrible place she was going to before that caused her to be terrified of the dentist, but yesterday she hugged them after her visit here. That made my momma heart so happy.

    Bethany Logan
    a year ago
    Dr.Gatrey and her staff are the best dental providers ever! They truly care and take their time with your kids!

    Jimmy Bennett
    a year ago
    Great staff, clean office, and very professional.

    Rachel Thomas
    a year ago
    Fantastic staff!!

    Elvis Kennedy
    a year ago
    Dr Tabitha is awesome with the kiddos. They love going to the dentist's office. The techs and office staff are great as well.

    Amber Terry
    a year ago
    Very professional medical staff and very good with kids. We love Dr. Tabitha!

    Tera Woods
    a year ago
    My daughter and I loves pediatric smiles... Dr. Tabitha and her whole staff is great from the time you walk in the door til the time you leave. We have a great experience every time we're there. I would highly recommend you guys...

    Regine Brown
    a year ago
    Very good with kids! Everyone is so friendly and willing to help you!

    Melinda Ezell
    a year ago
    Nice and friendly staff! They are very gentle with the kids which makes the process smoother and less scary for some!

    Chris King
    a year ago
    The absolute BEST Staff ever! So glad I made the change to Pediatric Smiles.

    J N
    a year ago
    Love this place, they get you in and out and they are very friendly and very knowledgeable

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