Pediatric Dentist in Palos Verdes, CA
At Hula Grins, we offer pediatric dentistry in Palos Verdes, CA using gentle, child-friendly techniques to care for growing smiles, restore function, and keep your child’s teeth healthy and strong.
Families in Palos Verdes know that while the hilltop communities of Rancho Palos Verdes, Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills Estates, and Rolling Hills offer an extraordinary quality of life, certain specialized services require a short drive down the hill. Pediatric dentistry is one of them. PV has very few dental practices dedicated exclusively to children, and the ones that do exist offer limited services and minimal information online, which makes it difficult for parents to evaluate their options before scheduling that first appointment.
Hula Grins Pediatric Dentistry in Torrance is located just minutes from the base of the hill, and we already serve many families from Rolling Hills, Rancho Palos Verdes, and Palos Verdes Estates. Dr. Sena Hiradate and Dr. Sonya Lin are board-certified pediatric dentists with over 15 years of combined experience, providing comprehensive dental care exclusively for infants, children, and adolescents. From dental cleanings and exams to advanced services like tongue-tie release, airway evaluation, and sedation dentistry, our practice covers the full spectrum of what growing smiles need.
A Full Range of Pediatric Dental Care, Just Off the Hill
Our office on Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance is a short drive from every community in Palos Verdes. Whether you are coming from Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates or Hawthorne Boulevard in Rancho Palos Verdes, most families reach us in 10 to 15 minutes.
Preventive dentistry forms the foundation of everything we do. Comprehensive exams, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants protect your child’s teeth at every stage of development. When treatment is needed, we provide dental fillings, pediatric crowns, pulp therapy, and same-day emergency care for dental injuries and acute pain.
Our Pediatric Services
Beyond preventive and restorative care, our practice offers specialized services that PV families typically need to drive farther to find:
- Tongue-tie and lip-tie release: Dr. Sena performs laser frenectomy for infants with feeding difficulties and older children with speech, breathing, or orthodontic concerns related to restricted oral tissue
- Airway evaluation and treatment: assessment and intervention for children who struggle with mouth breathing, snoring, or sleep-related breathing issues, with collaboration from myofunctional therapists
- Special needs dentistry: sensory-friendly care, happy visits for gradual desensitization, and individualized accommodations for children with autism, developmental differences, and complex medical needs
- Sedation options: nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and general anesthesia coordination to ensure every child can receive the care they need comfortably and safely
Board-Certified Specialists With Advanced Training
Both Dr. Sena and Dr. Lin carry Diplomate status from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, which requires passing a comprehensive examination process that goes beyond state licensure. Pediatric dentists complete two to three years of additional residency training after dental school, and this level of specialization is not the same as a general or family dentist who accepts child patients. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that every child establish a dental home by their first birthday, and our practice is equipped to be that home from infancy through adolescence.
Dr. Sena holds a Pediatric Minimal Sedation Permit, has completed specialized training in laser frenectomy, and conducts airway evaluations for children with sleep-disordered breathing. These credentials mean Palos Verdes families can access multiple levels of specialized care without coordinating between separate offices.
Why Palos Verdes Families Choose Hula Grins
Families in PV tend to research thoroughly before choosing any healthcare provider for their children, and we welcome that scrutiny. Our Hawaiian-themed ohana philosophy is not just an aesthetic. It reflects the way we actually practice, where every family who walks through our door becomes part of ours. Dr. Sena speaks Japanese, which resonates with the area’s Japanese-American community, and our team is committed to building lasting relationships with families rather than cycling through impersonal visits. We accept Delta Dental PPO, MetLife, Guardian, and Careington network plans, and we offer CareCredit financing.
Schedule Your Child’s Visit at Hula Grins Pediatric Dentistry
Whether you live in Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, Palos Verdes Estates, or Rolling Hills, our team is here to provide your child with compassionate dental care just minutes down the hill.
Contact Hula Grins Pediatric Dentistry to schedule an appointment. We look forward to welcoming your family into our ohana.
Open Door Policy
Our office has an open door policy, which means that you are welcome to be with your child in the operatory, with the exception of general anesthesia appointments.