Bayview Pediatric Dental Group

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Bayview Pediatric Dental Group Drs. Tera VanHouten & Stephanie Morphis-Onwuegbusi | Manhattan Beach, CA | (310) 683-5576 Your loved ones will receive the highest standard of ethical care.

We strive to enable our community to achieve life-long healthy and bright smiles by giving each patient the individual care they deserve in our exceptional pediatric dental office. We are moms and board-certified pediatric dentists living in the South Bay and vow to care for each of our patients with compassion, as if they were one of our own. We will build a foundation for great oral health for the rest of their lives in our comfortable and educational dental home. We look forward to providing the specialized care your children deserve!

Dried fruit and fruit fruit fruit snacks often present themselves as healthy options, but their sticky texture means the...
10/14/2026

Dried fruit and fruit fruit fruit snacks often present themselves as healthy options, but their sticky texture means they cling to the grooves of teeth for hours. Pair them with a glass of water to rinse away the residue! πŸ‡πŸ’§

Introduce flossing as soon as two teeth touch each other. Using kid-friendly, brightly colored floss picks can make navi...
10/12/2026

Introduce flossing as soon as two teeth touch each other. Using kid-friendly, brightly colored floss picks can make navigating those tight spaces much easier for little fingers to learn. πŸͺ₯πŸ’™

Protecting baby teeth is just as crucial as protecting permanent adult teeth. They hold the perfect spacing for future p...
10/07/2026

Protecting baby teeth is just as crucial as protecting permanent adult teeth. They hold the perfect spacing for future permanent teeth and guide proper jaw alignment. 🦷

White spots on your child's teeth can sometimes be an early sign of enamel demineralization before a cavity forms. Catch...
09/30/2026

White spots on your child's teeth can sometimes be an early sign of enamel demineralization before a cavity forms. Catching these spots early allows us to reverse the damage with non-invasive professional therapies! πŸ”¬πŸ¦·

Most infants get their very first tooth by 6 months of age. By age 3, they usually possess a full set of 20 primary teet...
09/28/2026

Most infants get their very first tooth by 6 months of age. By age 3, they usually possess a full set of 20 primary teeth. 🦷 Keep them clean and sparkling from day one!

Playing "dentist" at home before an appointment is a great way to relieve anxiety! Count each other's teeth with a small...
09/23/2026

Playing "dentist" at home before an appointment is a great way to relieve anxiety!

Count each other's teeth with a small flashlight so your child knows exactly what to expect during their real visit. πŸ”¦πŸ¦·

Positive reinforcement goes a long way with little brushers! Quick stickers on a calendar, enthusiastic high fives, or e...
09/21/2026

Positive reinforcement goes a long way with little brushers! Quick stickers on a calendar, enthusiastic high fives, or even a special bedtime story after brushing can motivate kids to keep up with their oral hygiene. πŸŒŸπŸ‘

Even the absolute best little brushers still need some adult supervision! πŸͺ₯πŸ‘€ Parents should actively help kids with brus...
09/14/2026

Even the absolute best little brushers still need some adult supervision! πŸͺ₯πŸ‘€

Parents should actively help kids with brushing and flossing until about age 7 or 8 to guarantee proper technique.

Did you know permanent adult molars typically erupt around age 6? Because these teeth emerge behind the primary baby tee...
09/09/2026

Did you know permanent adult molars typically erupt around age 6? Because these teeth emerge behind the primary baby teeth, many parents don't realize they've arrived. Protect them early with sealants! πŸ›‘βœ¨

Teething can be incredibly tough on toddlers and parents alike! πŸ’§ Soothe sore, emerging gums safely with a chilled (neve...
09/07/2026

Teething can be incredibly tough on toddlers and parents alike! πŸ’§ Soothe sore, emerging gums safely with a chilled (never completely frozen) teething ring or a clean, cold, damp washcloth.

Address

500 S Sepulveda Boulevard, Suite 301
Manhattan Beach, CA
90266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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