Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana

Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana Dr. Barbara Merlo | Creating Happy Healthy Smiles, One Child at a Time | Munster, IN | (219) 836-977

Dr. Merlo, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, provides specialized dentistry for children and adolescents in a warm, caring, and "child-friendly" environment. As pediatric dentists, our 2-3 years of additional training after dental school has prepared us for the unique dental needs of each child we serve. We focus on preventive care to help each child grow a healthy smile that will last a lifeti

me. Our office serves infants, children, teens, and those with special health care needs in Northwest Indiana and the surrounding Illinois communities.

Most children leave thumb sucking behind naturally and easily. Around age five, when their permanent teeth start coming ...
09/01/2026

Most children leave thumb sucking behind naturally and easily. Around age five, when their permanent teeth start coming in, Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana recommends keeping an eye on this habit. This continued action can put a lot of pressure on the teeth and gums, which might cause some issues down the road.

Happy National Dog Day! Today we celebrate the unconditional love and joy our furry friends bring into our lives. Share ...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! Today we celebrate the unconditional love and joy our furry friends bring into our lives. Share a photo of your pup with us in the comments below!

Looking for some super foods to give your children’s oral health a boost? Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana re...
08/18/2026

Looking for some super foods to give your children’s oral health a boost? Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana recommends fruits like apples and veggies like carrots and celery that can work like natural toothbrushes, helping to scrub away plaque and keep their breath fresh!

08/16/2026

Unfortunately, our office had significant water damage from the storms, so we are unable to see patients this week, unless it is an emergency.
We will reach out to reschedule appointments. Thank you for your understanding!

08/13/2026

Our office is closed due to the power outage and damages from the storms. We will contact you to reschedule when the power is restored and the office reopens.
Please stay safe!

It’s Monday — a new start. Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana encourages you to turn your “one day” into day on...
08/10/2026

It’s Monday — a new start. Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana encourages you to turn your “one day” into day one. You got this!

Your child's baby teeth will eventually fall out, but that doesn't mean it's not essential to care for them. Your child’...
08/04/2026

Your child's baby teeth will eventually fall out, but that doesn't mean it's not essential to care for them. Your child’s baby teeth are important for learning to talk, growing their jaw and facial muscles, and making room for their permanent teeth.

Today, make sure to let your friends know you love them. Happy International Day of Friendship from Children's Dental Ca...
07/30/2026

Today, make sure to let your friends know you love them. Happy International Day of Friendship from Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana!

Getting your kids to brush their teeth can be a daunting task. Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana recommends us...
07/21/2026

Getting your kids to brush their teeth can be a daunting task. Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana recommends using rewards such as stickers or an interactive accessory like a timer to encourage your child’s participation.

Happy World Emoji Day from Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana! How is your day going so far? Use emojis to tell...
07/17/2026

Happy World Emoji Day from Children's Dental Care of Northwest Indiana! How is your day going so far? Use emojis to tell us! 🪥😊🎉

Address

9301 Calumet Avenue, #1A
Munster, IN
46321

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

Telephone

(219) 836-9779

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