San Marcos Kids Dentistry serves Vista, CA families from our office just minutes away in neighboring San Marcos. With a 5.0-star rating and a board-certified pediatric team, we offer gentle, airway-focused dental care for infants through teens. Call (760) 744-8600 to schedule.
Vista parents do not have to go far for exceptional pediatric dental care. San Marcos Kids Dentistry sits just minutes down Highway 78 from Vista, and our office gives local families access to a board-certified pediatric team, a 5.0-star reputation, and a focus on airway and healthy growth that is hard to find nearby. From Shadowridge to the heart of Vista Village, families come to us because our visits are calm, our care is thorough, and our team genuinely connects with kids.
Pediatric dentistry is all we do. That means our office, our schedule, and the way we communicate are built entirely around children and the parents who bring them. Care is led by Dr. Nikki Shafiei, a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and our 5.0-star rating reflects how seriously we take every visit, and every parent’s questions. If you have searched for a trusted kids’ dentist in Vista, you have likely seen our name nearby for good reason.
Families throughout Vista rely on us for complete pediatric care, including:
What sets us apart from the Vista pediatric offices is depth. Our airway focus means we look at how your child breathes and develops, not just how the teeth line up, a perspective most practices do not offer. We carry the area’s top 5.0 rating. We are experienced with anxious children and those with special health care needs. And with San Marcos Orthodontics sharing our building, families can keep their child’s dentist and orthodontist together. Se habla español, so Vista’s bilingual families always feel at home.
Vista is one of our closest communities. A quick trip west on Highway 78 brings you to our office at 833 W San Marcos Blvd, often in about ten minutes, with free parking right at the door. Families from Vista Unified schools, including Rancho Buena Vista High and Mission Vista High, find appointments easy to schedule around classes and activities. The short, simple drive makes us a practical choice for busy Vista households.
Give your child a dental home they will love. Call San Marcos Kids Dentistry at (760) 744-8600 or request an appointment online. Find our hours and directions on our San Marcos office page. Proudly serving Vista and North County San Diego.
San Marcos Kids Dentistry is proud to be a top choice for families in Vista looking for specialized pediatric care! While our office is located at 833 W San Marcos Blvd, Suite 102, we are just a quick trip for our neighbors in the Vista community.
The commute from Vista is incredibly simple and typically takes only 10 to 15 minutes. Most families find that taking Highway 78 East to the Rancho Santa Fe Road exit is the most direct route. From there, it’s just a short drive to our office, located right near the Costco Business Center and In-N-Out Burger.
Our location is perfectly suited for busy parents. Since we are located just down the street from San Marcos High School and close to local shopping, you can easily swing by for a check-up before or after school or while running your weekly errands.
Dr. Nikki Shafiei is a board-certified pediatric dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry with more than a decade of specialized experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. She completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2011 and subsequently completed a comprehensive, hospital-based pediatric dentistry residency, where she gained advanced training in dental trauma, emergency care, and complex pediatric cases.
Dr. Nikki is passionate about early prevention, community service, and creating positive dental experiences that help children build confidence and lifelong healthy habits.
Dr. Sabrina Chandra brings a global perspective and a deep passion for working with children to her pediatric dental care. After studying molecular and cellular biology at Johns Hopkins University and completing dental school at the University of Pennsylvania, she specialized in pediatric dentistry at the University of Rochester.
Dr. Sabrina is known for her calm, empathetic demeanor and her ability to connect with children who may feel nervous about dental visits. She believes in treating the whole child and empowering families through education and gentle guidance.
Dr. Adam Ellenthal provides compassionate, individualized pediatric dental care with a strong emphasis on meeting each child where they are. His training in public health, airway-focused dentistry, and care for children with special health care needs allows him to take a thoughtful, patient-centered approach.
Dr. Adam works closely with parents to create treatment plans that support both oral health and overall well-being, helping children feel comfortable, confident, and supported throughout their care.
At San Marcos Kids Dentistry, we make dental care easier to manage by clearly explaining costs and helping families maximize their insurance benefits. Our team works directly with insurance providers and reviews all financial details with you before treatment begins.
We offer:
Because insurance participation can change, we encourage families to contact our office to confirm current coverage. Any remaining balance after insurance is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Our team is always available to answer questions.
Our practice provides a full range of pediatric dental services designed to support healthy growth, comfort, and confident smiles at every stage of childhood. Each service is tailored to your child’s age, development, and individual needs, with a strong focus on prevention and positive dental experiences.
Gentle early visits focused on oral development, feeding guidance, and building positive dental experiences from infancy.
Routine exams and professional cleanings support healthy gums, reinforce home care, and help prevent early tooth decay.
Protective fluoride treatments and sealants strengthen enamel and guard vulnerable teeth against cavities.
Early evaluations monitor jaw growth, tooth eruption, and bite development to guide proper treatment timing.
Airway-focused assessments identify breathing patterns and growth concerns that may affect sleep and development.
Early cavity detection and gentle treatment help preserve teeth, relieve discomfort, and protect long-term oral health.
Viewing real patient results helps families understand what pediatric dental care can achieve. Our before-and-after gallery showcases smile improvements created through gentle, personalized treatment tailored to each child’s needs.
Our airway-focused care, 5.0 rating, and experience with anxious and special-needs children set us apart from typical pediatric offices.
Yes. We welcome babies and toddlers and recommend a first visit by age one, in line with pediatric dental guidelines.
Very close. We are at 833 W San Marcos Blvd, usually about a ten-minute drive west on Highway 78 from most of Vista.
