Board-Certified Pediatric Dentists

A Pediatric Dentist in Southwest Ranches Kids Actually Love

Un-rushed, 1-hour cleanings in a warm, modern office built just for children. TVs on the ceiling, toy machines, ice cream after visits — and board-certified pediatric specialists who make every child feel safe.

5-Star Rated · AAPD & ABPD Board-Certified Team
Board-Certified Specialists Un-Rushed 1-Hour Cleanings Most PPO Insurance Accepted
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New Patient Special
$129 First Visit Checkup, Cleaning, X-Rays & Fluoride
Akoya Pediatric Dentistry — modern, kid-friendly dental office in Southwest Ranches, FL

Why Parents Choose Akoya Pediatric Dentistry

Your child's comfort is our top priority. Here's why hundreds of Broward County parents trust Akoya Pediatric Dentistry.

Worried Your Child Will Be Scared?

TVs on the ceiling, tablets in the waiting room, a toy machine, and ice cream after every visit. Kids actually ask to come back!

Kids leave smiling every time

Tired of Rushed Appointments?

Every cleaning gets a full hour — no rushing. We talk your child through every step, answer every question, and never cut corners.

Un-rushed, 1-hour appointments

Will My Insurance Be Accepted?

We accept most PPO plans — Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, United Healthcare, and many more.

20+ PPO plans accepted

Are They Really Specialists?

Both Dr. Theodorou and Dr. McGovern are board-certified pediatric dentists — members of AAPD, ABPD, and the College of Diplomates.

Board-certified pediatric specialists

Pediatric Dental Services in Southwest Ranches, FL

From baby's first tooth to teen braces prep — gentle, expert care at every stage. Akoya Pediatric Dentistry is located at 15761 Sheridan Street in Southwest Ranches, convenient to families from Davie, Weston, Pembroke Pines, Cooper City, Miramar and surrounding Broward County communities.

Comprehensive Pediatric Dental Exams

Thorough, age-appropriate exams using the latest digital technology — including intraoral cameras so you can see exactly what we see. We take time to explain every finding to both parent and child.

  • Complete oral health assessment
  • Digital X-rays with minimal radiation
  • Intraoral camera visualization
  • Personalized treatment planning
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Children's Cleanings & Fluoride Treatments

Our signature un-rushed, 1-hour cleanings make every visit comfortable and thorough. Fluoride treatments help strengthen growing teeth and prevent cavities. Kids earn their way into our No Cavity Club!

  • Full 1-hour gentle cleaning
  • Fluoride treatment included
  • No Cavity Club membership
  • Personalized home care tips for parents
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Dental Sealants & Preventive Care

Sealants are one of the most effective ways to prevent cavities in children's molars. Quick, painless, and long-lasting protection for your child's smile — plus space maintainers when baby teeth are lost early.

  • Painless sealant application
  • Space maintainers for early tooth loss
  • Cavity risk assessment
  • Oral hygiene education for kids
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Fillings & Pediatric Crowns

Gentle restorative care when your child needs it. We offer tooth-colored composite fillings and even porcelain crowns on primary teeth — something most offices don't provide.

  • Tooth-colored composite fillings
  • Porcelain crowns on primary teeth
  • Gentle numbing techniques
  • Natural-looking results
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Pediatric Dental Emergencies

Toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth — we know how scary dental emergencies can be for both kids and parents. We're here to help quickly and gently.

  • Same-day emergency appointments
  • Toothache relief
  • Broken or chipped tooth repair
  • Knocked-out tooth re-implantation
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Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) Sedation

For anxious little ones, nitrous oxide sedation helps them relax during procedures. It's safe, wears off quickly, and your child stays awake and responsive throughout.

  • Safe for all ages
  • Wears off within minutes
  • Child stays awake and responsive
  • No needles required
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What Parents Are Saying

Real stories from real families in Southwest Ranches and Broward County

Your Pediatric Team

Meet Your Child's Pediatric Dentists

Board-certified pediatric specialists who treat your kids like their own

Dr. Joanna Theodorou, DMD

Dr. Joanna Theodorou

DMD — Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist

Board-certified pediatric dentist specializing in comprehensive dental care for infants, children, and adolescents at Akoya Pediatric Dentistry in Southwest Ranches, FL.

Certification
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Memberships
AAPD, College of Diplomates, FAPD, SSPD
Dr. Chau McGovern, DDS

Dr. Chau McGovern

DDS — Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist

Board-certified pediatric dentist providing gentle, thorough dental care for children at Akoya Pediatric Dentistry in Southwest Ranches, FL.

Certification
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Memberships
AAPD, ABPD, FAPD, SSPD
Happy children smiling together

Schedule a Pediatric Dental Appointment

Give your child the gift of a positive dental experience they'll carry for life. Board-certified pediatric specialists in a fun, warm environment.

Pediatric Dental Insurance We Accept

We work with most PPO plans to make pediatric dental care affordable for your family. Coverage and patient costs vary by plan, and our team can help verify your benefits before your child's appointment.

Aetna Ameritas Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Dental Colonial Life Delta Dental EMI Health Florida Blue Florida Combined Life Freedom Life GEHA Guardian Humana Lincoln Financial MetLife Reliance Standard United Concordia United Healthcare Unum

Plan Your Child's First Pediatric Dental Visit

Your child's first visit includes an age-appropriate exam, a gentle cleaning, any necessary digital X-rays and a fluoride treatment. Our team explains each step, answers parent questions and helps children become comfortable with dental care. New patient special: $129 for checkup, cleaning, X-rays & fluoride.