What Makes Us Different
What is a Pediatric Dentist?
Specialized Care for Growing Smiles
A pediatric dentist is a dental specialist with advanced training in caring for children’s oral health from infancy through adolescence — including children with special healthcare or developmental needs.
After dental school, pediatric dentists like Dr. Kaitlynn Harvey complete additional years of training focused on child development, behavior guidance, and providing gentle, age-appropriate care. From your baby’s first tooth to the teen years, pediatric dentists are uniquely equipped to create positive dental experiences and support healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Behavior Guidance in Pediatric Dentistry
Creating Positive Dental Experiences, One Child at a Time
Every child deserves a positive, supportive dental experience — no matter their personality, past experiences, or unique needs. At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry, we use age-appropriate behavior guidance techniques to help children feel safe, calm, and understood.
Our approach is grounded in patience, empathy, and communication. We tailor each visit to your child’s developmental level using methods like tell-show-do, positive reinforcement, gentle distraction, and other proven techniques.
Our Behavior Guidance Approach:
- Builds trust and reduces dental anxiety
- Encourages cooperation in a stress-free setting
- Supports children with sensory or developmental challenges
- Promotes long-term comfort and confidence at the dentist
Whether your child is shy, spirited, or has special healthcare needs, Dr. Harvey meets them with kindness and compassion — creating a strong foundation for lifelong oral health.
Why Families Trust Dr. Kaitlynn Harvey
Guiding Smiles with Patience and Compassion
At Columbus Pediatric Dentistry, families find more than just dental care — they find a compassionate partner in their child’s health. Dr. Kaitlynn Harvey is known in Columbus, Nebraska, for her gentle, friendly approach that puts both children and parents at ease.
She takes the time to understand each child’s needs and builds meaningful connections rooted in trust and respect. With her calm, thoughtful manner, Dr. Harvey turns dental visits into positive experiences that children can feel good about.
Dr. Harvey’s goal? To make dental care approachable, educational, and fun — empowering children to take pride in their smiles, believe in themselves, and build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Why Families Choose Columbus Pediatric Dentistry
Guiding Smiles to Bright, Healthy Futures
We believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and seen. Our goal is to serve as a steady, caring guide for growing smiles — navigating families through every stage of their child’s oral health journey.
From a baby’s first tooth to the teenage years and beyond, we’re here to make every visit engaging and encouraging. By building trust, teaching lifelong habits, and making each appointment a positive experience, we help create bright, confident smiles for the future.
Let us help your child feel confident, cared for, and excited to smile!
