Our doctors believe a trip to the dentist should be fun, lighthearted, and not something to fear.
Pediatric dentistry ensures that children’s teeth grow and develop normally. At Around the Mountain Pediatric Dentistry, we provide a wide range of services to meet your children oral care needs. Our doctors and their team strive to make dental visits a fun, pleasant experience for young patients. From regular cleanings to more advanced procedures, we deliver comprehensive services to keep your child’s smile in great shape. If you are seeking a friendly, compassionate pediatric dentist in Flagstaff to treat children of all ages, contact our office.
Regular visits to our clinic instill good oral hygiene practices in children. Through routine care, our dentist customizes treatments according to each child’s needs. Procedures that can create a flawless smile include infant oral exams, pediatric fillings, sealants, and fluoride treatments. We take the stress out of pediatric dental appointments by recommending the services ideal for your child. Many parents who seek quality dental care for their little ones trust our dentists for checkups, emergency treatment, and more.
Dental sealants ensure optimal protection for the baby’s teeth, safeguarding the enamel from further erosion. They are tooth-colored resins applied to the surface, which hardens once exposed to a special light. According to research, pediatric sealants can reduce the risks of tooth decay in children by up to 80%. Placing the sealant begins with washing, drying, and isolating the affected tooth using a rubber dam or cotton rolls. A special gel is applied to make the tooth surface rough and for the sealant material to adhere better. The purpose of this procedure is to combat dental decay and prevent foods or germs from attacking chewing surfaces.
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How we could have missed Flagstaff as college students, I don’t know! Maybe, it was a lack of funds or busy schedules. What a well-kept secret. Dr. Kirk and I met in high school and came to know Arizona as students at Arizona State University. We loved Tempe and made great friends while Kirk played football at ASU. Although we had a great disappointment when the Sun Devils lost to Ohio State, we realized what a great experience it was for Dr. Kirk to be so close to winning the National Championship along with his fellow teammates.
We received our dental degrees at Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU) and returned to Southern California to attend the pediatric dental residency program at the University of California, Los Angeles. After enjoying the Northwest, with the pedestrian-friendly walks, urban trails and cooler climate, we soon found Flagstaff. It was our match. We love the outdoors, being so close to lakes, rivers and a community with sustainability in mind.
We love the small town feeling of Flagstaff and are so grateful to raise our two children in such a wonderful community. Because of this, we feel it is important to be a part of and give back to our community. We are actively involved with the Coconino Health Department through Give Kids a Smile and the Flagstaff Medical Center Breastfeeding Center.
I’m Dr. Mike Maccaro, a pediatric dentist who joined Around the Mountain Pediatric Dentistry in 2023. I was born and raised in Ormond Beach, FL, where my father is a general dentist. I attended Florida State University and became a big Seminoles fan. I then went to the University of Florida for dental school and learned to tolerate the Gators.
I moved to Chinle, AZ, to work for the Indian Health Service and serve in public health. I met my wife Tierra in Chinle, and we have two children who keep us on our toes. I practiced on the Navajo reservation for almost 16 years while completing my pediatric dental residency at Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX.
My family now lives in Flagstaff where I enjoy spending time with them, hiking, sports, and all things comedy. I am honored to be part of the Around the Mountain Pediatric Dental team and strive to provide excellent pediatric dental care while building relationships and trust with parents and families. I look forward to meeting you and your child!
The stars aligned when I became a part of the ATMPD family! Our group of Pediatric Dentists and team members we have serving Northern Arizona are truly amazing and I am honored to be a part of it all.
The journey to get here was quite the ride! I was born in Stevens Point, WI and raised in Mankato, MN. I moved to Arizona at the age of 20 and graduated from NAU in 2003 with a degree in Microbiology and minors in Chemistry and Spanish. During college I also lived in Argentina for a semester abroad. Since I’d become accustomed to not having the full-body numbness you experience in Minne-snowda about nine months out of the year, I decided to continue my education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas to complete a Degree in Dental Medicine in 2008. Upon graduation I worked as a General Dentist with a wonderful team in Tucson, AZ. It was there that I became interested in dentistry for children. I wanted to be able to provide the highest standard of dental care for kids, so I went on to complete a Residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. I guess I just needed a taste of the cold again too.
Having been a Golden Gopher, Running Rebel, and Lumberjack, I vowed to myself that I would return to the high country one day. Although I will always love my Midwestern roots, I am grateful to be able to call Flagstaff home. I really enjoy the beautiful mountains and sunshine of Arizona.
I have worked with so many intelligent and caring people along the way. I have even had the opportunity to own my own practice, which has added to the level of care I can provide for patients. For me it IS all about the journey AND the destination. My husband, two kids and I are very excited to continue growing our roots in the community of Flagstaff. We enjoy the outdoors, fine dining at kid friendly places, all things music and generally keeping our vibrations high!