Practice overview
About the clinic
The University of Washington Center for Pediatric Dentistry describes itself as the most comprehensive, largest children’s dental clinic in the region. It is run by the UW School of Dentistry and is in the Washington Dental Service Building at Magnuson Park, 6222 NE 74th St, Seattle. The clinic has 16 chairs dedicated only to serving children, so families can often have all their children seen in one visit.
Care is given by UW faculty dentists, a team of pediatric dental residents and dedicated staff.
Services
- Comprehensive preventive and restorative dental services for children aged 0 to 18
- Regular check-ups starting by the first birthday, including x-rays, complete examinations and teeth cleaning
- Fluoride varnish and dental sealants
- Fillings and stainless steel crowns
- Full sedation services, and general anaesthesia in the on-site dental surgery center, staffed by board-certified anaesthesiologists
- Specialised care for children with special needs such as autism or Down syndrome, including a weekly autism clinic and medically complex services
Family support
The clinic’s social work staff can help arrange transportation, answer financial aid and insurance questions, and arrange interpretation in 120 languages.
Insurance and payment
The Center welcomes Medicaid/ProviderOne (Apple Health) and most other insurance plans. It lists itself as a preferred or in-network provider for Assurant, CIGNA, MetLife, Premera/Lifewise and Washington Dental Services/Delta Dental. Costs not covered by insurance are due at each appointment. The UW School of Dentistry has announced that its clinics will be cashless after December 1, 2026.
Hours and parking
Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking is free and on site. Call 206-543-5800 to make an appointment.