Franciscan Children's Dental Clinic

The Dental Clinic at Franciscan Children's provides comprehensive oral healthcare for pediatric patients with complex dental, medical, developmental and behavioral needs.

Expertise in Complex Cases

We specialize in managing complex cases, including:

• Early childhood decay in infants and young children
• Dental disorders like enamel hypoplasia, amelogenesis, and dentinogenesis imperfecta
• Developmental and behavioral conditions including autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, attention deficit disorder, down syndrome and ectodermal dysplasia
• Medical conditions including seizure disorders, heart disease, diabetes, malignancy, and blood disorders

Tailored Approach for Challenging Situations

For patients requiring extra support, we offer advanced behavioral guidance options including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, or general anesthesia.

Comprehensive Pediatric Dental Care

The state-of-the-art, 9-chair outpatient clinic serves as a dental home for children with routine and complex needs. Franciscan clinicians and staff provide a comprehensive, seamless experience for children and families in the greater Boston community.

The clinic serves as a primary site for the Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Residency Program at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine.

Dental Clinic Hours

• Monday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Thursday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Orthodontic Clinic Hours

Alternating Wednesdays – 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Emergency Dental Care

Emergency services are available during regular clinic hours. Please call ahead for appointments. Walk-ins are currently not accepted.

Established patients can access emergency care outside regular office hours by calling (617) 254-3800 and asking the operator to contact the on-call dental resident.

The on-call dental resident is available to assist established patients with the following emergencies:

• Severe tooth/mouth pain
• Swelling around teeth, mouth or face
• Fever with possible dental origin
• Dental trauma
• Post-op concerns

Referral Process

Prior to scheduling an appointment, referring offices should provide a referral letter with radiographs to dental-admin@franciscanchildrens.org.

Residency Training

We collaborate with Boston University for clinical training. Postgraduate residents gain experience in our outpatient clinic and operating room, supervised by Boston University faculty.

Undergraduate Learning

Boston University dental students observe clinical activities and perform basic procedures, like tooth cleaning and sealants, under faculty supervision.