Pediatric Dentist serving Marion, Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas
Exceptional dental care for kids
Iowa Kids Pediatric Dentistry cares for children from their first tooth through age 18, and for children and adults with special needs, in a friendly, state-of-the-art office.
New patients welcome. Board-certified, with 32+ years of pediatric experience.
What we do
Complete pediatric dental care, under one roof
From a first checkup to a same-week emergency, your child sees the same team every time. We explain what we see, recommend what they need, and get it done well.
Preventive care
Routine visits that keep small problems small.
Fillings, crowns & restorative care
Tooth-colored repairs that look natural.
Treatment options for children and adolescents
Dental emergencies
Fast help when something goes wrong.
The question we hear most
Yes, we do white crowns for baby teeth
When a baby tooth needs a crown, you don’t have to settle for silver. We’re one of the only dentists in Iowa offering white cosmetic crowns.
Two extra team members
Meet the two best listeners on our team
Pacha and Truly spend their days walking around the office, collecting pets from patients and parents, and, maybe just maybe, trying to steal whatever tasty thing you brought in with you.
They love to sit right next to you in the waiting room, or even on your lap if you let them. If your child has allergies or isn’t a dog person, just let us know when you book.
Care that doesn’t stop at 18
Dental care for children and adults with special needs
Many dental offices stop at age 18. For patients with special needs, we don’t. We care for children and adults with developmental, physical, and medical needs, with the patience and planning each person deserves.
A plan built around the patient
We talk with families and caregivers before the first visit about sensory needs, routines, and what helps.
Treatment options
Nitrous oxide in the office, and hospital dentistry at UIHC downtown campus in Iowa City when treatment is safest in a hospital setting.
Adults are welcome here
Adult patients with special needs can continue with a team that already knows them.
Your first visit
What to expect at your child’s first visit
We’re warm with kids and straightforward with parents. You’ll get clear explanations, honest recommendations, and a team that works with you to get the job done.
Book online or call
Schedule in a couple of minutes. We’ll verify your insurance before you arrive so you know what to expect.
Meet the team
Your child gets a relaxed introduction to the office, the chair, and maybe a therapy dog or two. Parents are welcome to stay for this first visit.
Exam and a clear plan
An exam and cleaning, then we walk you through what we found and what, if anything, comes next.
Familiar faces
A team that stays
Many of our hygienists, assistants, and office staff have been here more than ten years. Your child sees familiar faces, visit after visit.
Libbi
Front desk coordinator
Megan
Front desk coordinator
Drew
Dental assistant
Bri
Dental assistant
Solana
Dental assistant
Emma
Dental assistant
Brittany
Dental assistant
Dr .Kaaren Vargas
Board-certified pediatric dentist
What parents are saying
For parents
A little something for you while you wait
Your child is in good hands. While they’re in treatment, settle into our massage chair, and soon you’ll be able to enjoy a manicure too. We think you’ve earned it. [CONFIRM: manicure launch status]
Before you book
Questions parents ask us first
Straight answers to the questions we hear most. Don’t see yours? Call us at (319) 449-6789.
Find us
Visit us in Marion
Easy to reach from Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Robins, and across the Corridor.
Ready when your family is
New patients are always welcome. Book online in a couple of minutes, or call and talk to a real person on our team.