Bayview Pediatric Dental Group

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 t

he rest of their lives in our comfortable and educational dental home. We look forward to providing the specialized care your children deserve!

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.

Keep an extra toothbrush in your downstairs bathroom or kitchen. When life gets busy or mornings get rushed, having a ba...
09/02/2026

Keep an extra toothbrush in your downstairs bathroom or kitchen. When life gets busy or mornings get rushed, having a backup brush within reach makes it much easier to stay consistent. 🏑🦷

A beautiful, cavity-free smile today means significantly better overall health tomorrow. Make sure to prioritize prevent...
08/31/2026

A beautiful, cavity-free smile today means significantly better overall health tomorrow. Make sure to prioritize preventative pediatric dental visits twice a year! 🦷✨

Chewing on ice cubes to cool down may seem harmless, but it can easily chip weak enamel and break small teeth. 🧊 Remind ...
08/26/2026

Chewing on ice cubes to cool down may seem harmless, but it can easily chip weak enamel and break small teeth. 🧊

Remind your kids to crunch on crisp baby carrots instead! πŸ₯•

Did you know that school-aged kids can grind their teeth too? 😬 Bruxism (teeth grinding) is highly common, especially du...
08/24/2026

Did you know that school-aged kids can grind their teeth too? 😬 Bruxism (teeth grinding) is highly common, especially during stressful transitions or at night. If you notice it, talk to us about gentle solutions.

Fluoride is a proven superhero for developing tooth enamel. πŸ’ͺ Regular professional fluoride treatments strengthen young ...
08/19/2026

Fluoride is a proven superhero for developing tooth enamel. πŸ’ͺ Regular professional fluoride treatments strengthen young teeth and make them significantly more resistant to early decay.

Children thrive on predictability. Encourage brushing and flossing at the exact same time each morning and night so it b...
08/17/2026

Children thrive on predictability. Encourage brushing and flossing at the exact same time each morning and night so it becomes an automatic part of their day β€” just like storytime or bedtime. πŸŒ™βœ¨

The busy back-to-school season will be here before you know it. August scheduling slots fill up incredibly fast every ye...
08/12/2026

The busy back-to-school season will be here before you know it. August scheduling slots fill up incredibly fast every year as families rush to complete required school health clearings. Book your child’s routine dental cleaning right now to secure your spot! πŸ“šβœοΈ

While oral abnormalities in children are rare, routine screenings are still an important part of our practice. Regular p...
08/10/2026

While oral abnormalities in children are rare, routine screenings are still an important part of our practice. Regular pediatric dental visits help us catch structural or tissue issues early.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends the first dental visit happen by age 1 or within 6 months of thei...
08/05/2026

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends the first dental visit happen by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth. 🍼 Early care builds lifelong confidence!

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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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