Pediatric Dentist Minden LA Families Can Count On
Looking for a pediatric dentist Minden LA families recommend? Minden families are cared for at our Bossier City office, about 35 minutes west on I-20.
Address
Pediatric Dental Partners
4001 Viking Drive
Suite A
Bossier City, LA 71111
Phone
Office Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM*
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(*Offices rotate Fridays every two weeks)
The Pediatric Dentist Minden LA Families Trust
Minden has its own rhythm. Think the brick streets of downtown Minden, Friday nights at Minden High School, and school drop-off at J.L. Jones or E.S. Richardson Elementary. Weekends might mean a hike at Lake Bistineau State Park or a day out at Caney Lakes. We know families here are busy, so our Bossier City office keeps visits simple. Scheduling is easy, and our team is patient with first-timers.
Most Minden families reach us the same way: straight west on I-20. It's a drive you already know, and the office feels as welcoming as anywhere in Webster Parish. Just one easy ride to high quality dental care from a team that works only with kids.
- Direct I-20 access from Minden to our Bossier City office
- A team that treats only kids, not a general family practice
- Visit times that fit around school and sports
For a kids dentist Minden parents can count on, our Bossier City team is ready for you.
Flexible Options for Every Family
We're in-network with the TRICARE Dental Program and accept most major insurance plans, plus Medicaid. Military families near Barksdale AFB, about 15 minutes from both of our offices, can learn more on our TRICARE & military families page. Not sure about your coverage? Our team is happy to verify benefits before your visit. Want to spread out the cost? Flexible payment plans are available through our Patient Center.
What We Treat
Whether it's a first checkup or a chipped tooth after Friday night football, our team is a children's dentist Minden LA families can call for almost anything:
Dental Exams & Cleanings
A kids dental checkup Minden families can build a routine around. Every six months, we check for cavities, gum problems, and growth. A cleaning removes the plaque and tartar that brushing can't. Visits are easy to plan around J.A. Phillips, E.S. Richardson, or Minden High.
Mouthguards
We make custom-fit mouthguards for Minden High and Webster Junior High athletes. We also have options for kids who grind their teeth at night (bruxism). Friday night football shouldn't end at the ER.
Fillings
Cavities happen. We remove the decay and fix the tooth with a strong, tooth-colored filling. It holds up to a busy kid's bite.
Dental Crowns
Sometimes a tooth needs more than a filling. We place silver crowns or natural-looking pediatric white crowns. Both are offered at our Shreveport and Bossier City offices.
Extractions
Extractions are always a last resort. We save them for teeth that can't be fixed or that cause crowding. We keep the visit calm for your child.
Hospital Dentistry
Some kids need a lot of treatment or extra support. For them, we offer care in a hospital under general anesthesia. We follow safety steps at every stage.
Why Minden Families Choose Our Kids-Only Team
Minden parents who want a dentist for kids Minden families can rely on tell us a few things make the drive worth it:
An easy I-20 trip from Minden.
About 35 minutes from Minden High School and downtown Minden, with plenty of parking when you arrive.
Book online in minutes.
No phone tag, just a time that fits your family's schedule.
Gentle, kid-first pacing.
Our doctors take the time each child needs, with no rushing.
Getting here from Minden
The drive from Minden to our Bossier City office is about 30 miles and takes around 35 minutes, mostly along I-20.
- Take I-20 west from Minden toward Bossier City, then exit toward Viking Drive.
- Follow Viking Drive to 4001 Viking Dr., Suite A, Bossier City, LA 71111.
If you've searched "pediatric dentist near me Minden" and landed here, you're in the right place. We're the pediatric dentist Minden LA families drive to for kids-only care. Our Bossier City office is the closest Pediatric Dental Partners location to Minden. Ready to get on the schedule? Schedule an appointment online, fill out patient forms ahead of time, or read about your child's first visit. Have a baby under 1? Ask about our Baby's First Visit.
Our pediatric dentist office in Bossier City also welcomes families from nearby Princeton, Haughton and Benton. Parent tip: read our guide on how to brush toddler teeth.
What Parents Are Saying
Hands Down the Best
Pediatric Dental Partners is hands down the best dental office to bring your kids. Great doctors and friendly and professional staff.!
- Jessica C.
My Kids Love Them
The team at Pediatric Dental Partners are always so friendly. My kids love them! Dentist visits have been a breeze just because they go above and beyond with my babies.
- Victoria A.
If I Could Give 100 Stars I Would
My 7-year-old used to never like the dentist until we came here. He is autistic and very picky with whom he lets touch him, and he has no issues with this office! If I could give 100 stars I would!
- Erica M.
Meet Our Bossier City Children's Dentists
Dr. Daniel Crawford, Dr. Lauren Wallace, Dr. Shannon Backofen, Dr. Susan Chidlow, and Dr. Claire Backofen bring decades of combined experience caring for kids to our Bossier City office. Every doctor on our team treats only children, from toddlers through teens.
Frequently Asked Questions
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Ready to schedule your Minden child's visit?
Booking is quick, and our Bossier City team is ready to welcome your family. Many Webster Parish parents make the easy I-20 drive to see a children's dentist Minden LA families recommend. If you've been looking for a Webster Parish pediatric dentist, we're ready when you are.