Every child deserves dental care in a place where they feel safe. We take time to learn how your child communicates, what they find difficult, and what helps them settle — then we plan the visit around that, rather than expecting your child to adapt to us.
Special needs dentistry means adapting how dental care is delivered, including pacing, communication, appointment length, and positioning, so that children with developmental, sensory, medical, or behavioural differences receive the same care as any other child. Parents stay in the room, visits move at the child\u2019s pace, and treatment can be split across appointments.
Children experience the dental office differently. One child needs several minutes simply to look around before sitting down. Another does better when each step is described first. A third manages well as long as a parent stays within reach.
None of that is unusual, and none of it needs to be a barrier to good care. Our aim is a visit that respects how your child works while still protecting their oral health. If something has gone badly at a previous dental office, tell us — knowing what did not work is often more useful than knowing what did.
We let children move at their own pace. If your child needs the first appointment to be nothing more than sitting in the chair and meeting the team, that is a legitimate visit and we will treat it as progress.
You know your child better than we do. Parents stay with their child, and we rely on you to tell us what helps, what to avoid, and when to pause.
We adapt how we explain things — showing before telling, using simple concrete language, demonstrating on a finger before the mouth, or staying quiet when talking adds to the pressure.
Where the schedule allows, we book quieter times of day, keep first appointments short, and split treatment across visits rather than pushing to finish in one.
The same five stages apply to every child, but how long each one takes is entirely up to them.
We learn about routines, triggers, and what has worked before.
The appointment is prepared around your child, not the schedule.
Your child meets the room and the tools before anything is used.
Treatment with patience, encouragement, and pauses when needed.
We end well, so the next appointment starts from a better place.
If your child has had a difficult experience at another dental office, it helps to tell us before the appointment rather than during it. Call ahead and we can plan around it. Families come to us from Chino, Chino Hills, Eastvale, and Ontario.
The care itself is the same care every child receives. What changes is the pace, the explanation, and the number of visits we spread it across.
Checking teeth, gums, bite, and development, broken into steps if that helps. Learn more
Fluoride, sealants, and risk-based planning to reduce the need for treatment later. Learn more
Taken only when clinically needed, and deferred if your child cannot manage the sensor. Learn more
Adapted where needed, including hand instruments instead of the ultrasonic scaler for children sensitive to sound or vibration. Learn more
Varnish is quick, needs no rinsing or suction, and suits children who struggle with longer procedures. Learn more
Fillings and crowns when needed, sequenced across visits rather than finished in one long appointment. Learn more
Nitrous oxide and other age-appropriate options where clinically indicated. Always discussed with you first, never a default. Learn more
Same-day help for pain, swelling, or injury, with the same adapted approach. Learn more
Not sure where to start? A short first appointment with no treatment planned is often the best opening move. See what happens at a first dental visit, or browse all kids dental services in Chino.
Meet Our Doctor
Dr. Kohan has over five years of experience creating healthy, confident smiles for children in Chino. His gentle, child-focused approach makes every visit positive and stress-free.
It is not a separate treatment. It means adapting how care is delivered — pacing, communication, appointment length, and positioning — so that children with developmental, sensory, medical, or behavioral differences can receive the same dental care as any other child.
Yes, always. For many children a parent in the room is the single thing that makes the visit possible, and you are the person who can tell us when to pause.
Short visits, showing each instrument before it is used, describing what will happen in simple terms, and stopping when your child needs a break. Nitrous oxide is available where it is clinically appropriate.
We do what our office allows — scheduling quieter times of day where possible, keeping appointments short, limiting the number of people in the room, and avoiding equipment your child finds difficult. We do not have a dedicated sensory room, so it is worth calling ahead to discuss what your child needs.
That is common and we plan for it. We may work in short intervals, use knee-to-knee positioning with you, or complete an exam in stages across more than one appointment.
No. Most children are treated without it. Where nitrous oxide or another option would genuinely help, Dr. Kohan discusses it with you first, including why it is being suggested and what the alternatives are.
Tell them the truth in simple terms, at whatever notice suits them best — some children do better knowing days ahead, others do better knowing an hour before. Avoid words like hurt, shot, or drill. Bring a comfort item.
Yes. The right approach varies a great deal from child to child, so the most useful first step is a phone call where you tell us what your child needs. That lets us plan the visit before you arrive rather than working it out in the moment.
A routine visit runs 30 to 45 minutes, but we can book shorter appointments where that suits your child better, and split treatment across visits rather than pushing to finish in one.
Yes. These are standard dental services, billed normally. We accept Medi-Cal (Denti-Cal) and most major PPO plans, and can verify your benefits before the appointment.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Joshua Kohan, DMD — Say Cheese Kids Dental & Orthodontics, Chino, CA.
Last reviewed: 5 August 2026. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for an in-person examination.
Very clean office the staff was amazing. So many neat video games. I would refer Say Cheese Dental to my friends and family.
Priscilla marie VargasThe dentist was very kind and knowledgeable and polite! The staff took the time needed for my 3 boys to feel comfortable and relaxed. We will be here in the next 6.months for there followup and braces!
Brigette NavarroMe encanto el trato del personal todos incluyendo al doctor
Lurdes UrtisMuy amable todo el personal y atentos, respondieron todas mis dudas. Fue una buena opción venir aquí.
Monica MendozaThis was my first visit to Say Cheese Dental, and I was really impressed. The place is super clean, organized, and has a relaxing atmosphere. The staff is kind, patient, and very friendly — they made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. I’m happy I chose this office!
LOURDES HERRERAThe staff are Great and explain everything perfectly, they are willing to work on monthly payments with you and they are patiently with you 🙂 would recommend coming by and check them out 🙂
Ivette LopezGreat consultation! The staff was friendly, the orthodontist was knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt comfortable and confident with the treatment plan. Highly recommend! I will definitely be back!
Natasha HarrisFirst time coming to this kids dental and we had a great experience. Everything was explained so well , will be coming back!
Karen RomeroWe loved it, all very friendly, very professional. The place is very nice, very cozy, tidy and clean, there is parking and easy to get to.
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A first dental visit should not be a financial decision. We accept Medi-Cal (Denti-Cal) and most major PPO plans, and our front desk verifies your coverage before you come in, so you know what is covered ahead of the appointment.
12413 Central Ave, Chino, CA 91710
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Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday, closed
We are on Central Avenue in Chino, a short drive from most of the surrounding communities. Siblings can usually be booked back to back, which saves a second trip.
Tell us what your child needs and we will plan around it. A phone call before the first appointment is often the most useful thing a parent can do.
