Lil' Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

Lil' Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics When you visit our office, your child's positive experience is our top priority. We serve San Diego, Mission Valley, and beyond. Russell J.

Our entire team is dedicated to providing your child with the personalized, gentle care that they deserve. With over 20 years of combined experience, Dr. David Toppi and Dr. Russell J. Toppi of Lil’ Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics are enhancing the oral healthcare for children in San Diego, CA. If your child needs a dental exam or braces, we encourage you to contact our friendly and tale

nted team to set up your next appointment. When patients enter our practice, they are immediately greeted with an inviting and colorful underwater-themed dental practice complete with murals of sea animals, fish tanks, and play areas for kids. David Toppi, DMD, trained at Miami Children's Hospital and received his specialty degree in pediatric dentistry at Nova Southeastern University. Currently, he is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Toppi, DMD, completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst before attending Tufts University School of Dentistry, earning his Doctorate of Dental Medicine in 1992. Dr. Toppi is one of the few San Diego orthodontists certified and trained to place “Inside Braces.” These alternatives to traditional metal braces are placed on the inner surface of the teeth, making them virtually unnoticeable.

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Lil’ Smiles Pediatric Dentistry! 🇺🇸Wishing all of our amazing patient families a safe, fun, an...
07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Lil’ Smiles Pediatric Dentistry! 🇺🇸

Wishing all of our amazing patient families a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday! ❤️🤍💙🎆

We hope your day is filled with family, laughter, and lasting memories!

02/10/2026

Putting a baby to bed with a bottle may seem comforting — but it can silently harm their teeth.

When milk, formula, or juice stays in a baby’s mouth during sleep, the natural sugars feed harmful bacteria. These bacteria produce acids that attack tooth enamel for hours, especially at night when saliva flow is low.

This leads to early childhood cavities, often called baby bottle caries — a condition that can start as soon as the first teeth appear and usually affects the front teeth first.

The damage can progress quickly, causing pain, infection, and long-term dental problems before a child even reaches toddler age.

What dentists recommend:

• Finish feeding before bedtime
• Avoid bottle-propping during sleep
• Gently wipe gums or brush erupted teeth before sleep
• Separate feeding from sleeping habits early

Healthy baby teeth are not optional — they are essential for proper chewing, speech development, and guiding permanent teeth.

Early prevention protects your child’s smile for life.

• Source: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

01/03/2026

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10415 San Diego Mission Road, Ste A
San Diego, CA
92108

Opening Hours

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

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