Congratulations!

Monday, September 12, 2011 by admin

Please join with us in congratulating Dr. Michelle Peterka Stafford and Nicholas Stafford Peterka on their beautiful wedding! The happy couple recited original vows under a beautiful garden arbor overlooking the Columbia Gorge, and the groom serenaded his wife and intimate wedding gathering with a song he composed for the occasion. Guests and the wedding party found their inner child with a silly hat photo booth and cut up the dance floor into the evening.

Stop by our Facebook page and leave your well-wishes in honor of this joyful occasion!

World of Smiles Launches New Acclimation Program!

Thursday, September 1, 2011 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

At World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry we are fortunate to work with families that have a wide range of needs. For our patients with special needs, including Autism, Downs Syndrome, and ADHD, we have developed an Acclimation Program.

Dental Care and Children with Special Needs

Friday, August 5, 2011 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

Your child has a set of flip cards to help him with his daily schedule; one difference in his day, and the world can seem to end. Or perhaps your child has a debilitating fear of change and new experiences. Going to a new toy store or grocery store can be a challenge, not to mention coming to a medical facility. What can you do?

What’s in a Name?

Thursday, May 19, 2011 by admin

What are some key differences between general and pediatric dentists …Pediatric dentists are also more likely to have affiliations with hospitals and established relationships with pediatricians and other child specialists, which creates a network of health professionals dedicated to your child’s well being.

News at World of Smiles!

Monday, February 21, 2011 by admin

We hope that you’ll continue to support World of Smiles, Pediatric Dentistry in our mission to educate kids and prevent cavities. Our team loves working with kids, and we have a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with the specialized training you need to make your child’s first experience at the dentist a good one!

Get it done in Year ONE!

Friday, January 21, 2011 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

There isn’t a mom I know that doesn’t keep a checklist of some kind – whether it’s mental, electronic, or on paper (or maybe all three for those of us that really don’t want to forget!). As moms and (for some of us) career women, there are pediatrician visits, vet visits, the grocery list, the… Read the Rest >>

Pediatric Dentist vs. General Dentist – What’s in a name?

Thursday, September 9, 2010 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

What’s in a name? Key differences between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist.

Pediatric Dentist vs. General Dentist – What's in a name?

Thursday, September 9, 2010 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

What’s in a name? Key differences between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist.

Top 10 Things Your Kids Don’t Know About!

Thursday, September 2, 2010 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

When I was teaching third grade a few years ago, many of my students were fascinated by these strange plastic rectangles that I brought into class one day. Coming in different shades of clear, black, and white, some of these 8-year olds had never used a cassette player before. Listening to stories on tape through… Read the Rest >>

Top 10 Things Your Kids Don’t Know About!

Thursday, September 2, 2010 by Michelle Stafford, DDS

When I was teaching third grade a few years ago, many of my students were fascinated by these strange plastic rectangles that I brought into class one day. Coming in different shades of clear, black, and white, some of these 8-year olds had never used a cassette player before. Listening to stories on tape through… Read the Rest >>