Children’s Dentistry

General Dentistry, Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry in Columbia, MO 

Children’s Dentistry in Columbia

We know a lifetime of healthy teeth begins with good dental habits. Give your child a solid foundation by bringing them for an exam and cleaning twice each year. Encourage your child to listen to our Columbia children’s dental team during their visit. Work with your child at home to improve their dental hygiene routine.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has found that your child should visit the dentist within six months after the presence of the first tooth or by his or her first birthday. Early oral examination aids in the detection of the initial stages of tooth decay. Early detection is also essential to maintaining good oral health.

Children’s Dentistry

Columbia’s Best Children’s & Kid’s Dentist

During each visit, our Kid’s Dentist in Columbia, will gently clean your child’s teeth and remove any plaque or tartar. We will carefully examine their mouth and teeth for any potential issues. Regular cleanings and exams can help prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues.

Tooth decay has become the most common chronic childhood illness in the U.S. Our dentist will teach you and your child how to properly brush and floss their teeth as they grow. We will discuss dental hygiene habits and healthy food choices. Columbia children’s dentist, Dr. Luo, will teach your child to be our partner in keeping their mouth and teeth healthy.

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We may recommend treating your child’s teeth with fluoride. This mineral can strengthen tooth enamel, making teeth more resistant to decay. Fluoride may be applied in office or used in certain toothpastes and mouth rinses.

In some cases, we may recommend the use of dental sealants. Sealants are a protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of molars. Recent studies have found that sealants can be highly effective in preventing tooth decay.

Services offered:

    • Baby root canals

    • White fillings

    • Fluoride

    • Sealants

    • Crowns

    • Sedations

    • Cleanings

    • Digital x-rays

    • And much more!

Contact Columbia’s Trusted Kids Dentist

Help your child have a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Contact Plaza Dental and request a dental exam and cleaning for your child.

 

Dr. Esther Luo, DDS – Children’s & Kid’s Dentist

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Dr. Esther Luo is passionate about dentistry because it enables her to have a direct and positive impact on patients’ lives by resolving their problems and restoring the quality of their life. She is especially interested in dentistry for kids!

Her goal is to ensure her patients are 100% satisfied and worry free when going home.

One thing she would like to tell all patients is that “if they seek help from me and take good care of their oral hygiene starting from today, they can maintain a good oral health throughout of their lives”.

When Dr. Luo is not in the office you can find her spending time with her husband, two children, and pets! Some of her favorite things to do are play board games, watch Korean TV Dramas, and watch Japanese animated TV series. An interesting fact about her is that she does not have a Facebook account!

 

Insurance and Billing

We can help you maximize your benefits. We recommend that you contact our office prior to your appointment to provide us with insurance information for verification of benefits. We accept most major dental insurances and will file most claims for you as a courtesy. We will provide you with an explanation of your dental benefits and financial responsibilities up front, and work with you to ensure financing if needed.

Financing Options

We provide multiple financing options to ensure you can receive the treatments you need with a plan you can afford.

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What Patients Are Saying!

Top Dentist & Orthodontist in Columbia, MO

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Derrick
25 September 2026
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Great Dentist Office Friendly Staff 😊.
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Alen P
24 September 2026
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My visit to Plaza Dental is ALWAYS a great experience! Everyone is so friendly and are willing to make sure you are comfortable. I have been going there for several years and they have always given me A+ care.
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Avery Naylor
23 September 2026
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The staff was amazing and so welcoming!
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Kalena
22 September 2026
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Abby is the best assistant! If your child is coming here to have any kind of procedure done, Abby is who you want working along side the dentist. She is so calm and kind. She makes sure the kids know every step of what’s going on. She is so caring and compassionate. She is a huge asset to Plaza Dental 4 Kids!
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Boyce and Michelle Smallwood
22 September 2026
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They are the best!! So friendly and professional.
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Marcia Silvey
21 September 2026
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They are always professional and do a great job. I never have a long wait and everyone is very friendly. If you are looking for a good dentist give them a try!
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Carmen Medina
18 September 2026
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Everyone at the office are super friendly and accommodating to our needs. Especially the dentist and assistant. My husband had an emergency with a tooth and we got an appointment fairly quick. We always get great service with a smile.
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Willard Miller
17 September 2026
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Great staff. Do a good job. Explain things. Good with dealing with fear of dental care.
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Jason Gillihan
17 September 2026
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Great experiences with my littles.
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Alyssa Sapp
16 September 2026
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My 7 year old has had her last several cleaning/exams here, and also several cavities filled. everyone is very punctual, thorough, and caring!
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Zhenwei Song
11 September 2026
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I have been a patient of Dr. Richard Deppe for the past several years, and he has taken great care of my teeth. I really appreciate that there is no over-treatment, everything is explained clearly, and the price is very reasonable. Any problems I have had always fixed properly. I love this dental group, it is truly a life-improving place!
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Ursula Penrod
11 September 2026
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The staff is very nice and helpful
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Paula Hoornaert
11 September 2026
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Such a pleasant group of people
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Jillian Davis
10 September 2026
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Best dentist office ever!!!! Dr Fossatti did my fillings yesterday and it went probably as well as fillings could go. Marcelo, a hygienist, and Debbie are also wonderful. They are also always on time, which is really hard to find in a doctor's office!!! Will always recommend this office.
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Judith Henley
10 September 2026
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Absolutely love this dental office & staff! Professionalism personified! They truly can’t improve upon perfection!