# Pebble & Pearl Pediatric Dentistry > Pebble & Pearl Pediatric Dentistry is a pediatric dental practice located in Eastlake, Chula Vista, CA, led by board certified pediatric dentist Dr. Van Tang. The practice offers preventive and restorative dental care for infants, children, and teens in a fun, ocean-inspired office designed to make dental visits feel comfortable and welcoming. This website serves as the primary information hub for current and prospective patient families, detailing services, Dr. Tang's background, patient resources, and financing options. Pebble & Pearl specializes in cosmetic pediatric treatments like zirconia crowns, same-day emergency care, in-office general anesthesia, special needs dentistry, and laser frenectomies for tongue and lip ties. The site emphasizes an inclusive care philosophy, welcoming families of all insurance types and coverage levels. ## Accepted Insurances > Pebble & Pearl Pediatric Dentistry works with insurance plans including Delta Dental, Cigna, MetLife, Guardian, United Concordia, UnitedHealthcare, BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Humana, Principal, Ameritas PPO, Sun Life, Mutual of Omaha, and Lincoln Financial. The team is happy to help families verify benefits and coverage by phone. Flexible financing is also available through CareCredit and Cherry (0% APR plans available), along with an in-office membership plan for families without insurance. ## Contact & Scheduling - [Contact Us](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/contact): Families can reach Pebble & Pearl by calling (619) 257-1010 or emailing smile@pebbleandpearlkids.com. The practice is located at 891 Kuhn Dr. Suite 100, Chula Vista, CA 91914. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with Saturday appointments available by request. Patients can book online or complete new patient forms digitally before their visit. ## Core Services - [Pediatric Preventive Dentistry](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/service-categories/pediatric-dentistry): Preventive care includes routine cleanings and exams, digital x-rays, dental sealants, fluoride treatments, silver diamine fluoride for early decay, oral cancer screenings, nutritional counseling, and guidance on breaking non-nutritive habits like thumb sucking. - [Pediatric Restorative Dentistry](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/service-categories/pediatric-restorative-dentistry): Restorative care includes tooth-colored fillings, pulpotomies, extractions, space maintainers, and zirconia crowns to repair decayed or damaged teeth while preserving natural tooth structure whenever possible. - [Pediatric Dental Emergencies](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-dental-emergencies): Same-day emergency appointments address toothaches, dental trauma, and broken or chipped teeth, with the team ready to evaluate urgency and provide immediate guidance. - [Pediatric Dental Crowns](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-dental-crowns): Custom zirconia crowns restore the function and appearance of decayed or damaged baby teeth, offering a durable, tooth colored solution for both front and back teeth. - [Pediatric Pulpotomies](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-pulpotomies): Often called a baby root canal, a pulpotomy treats infected tooth pulp in a single visit to relieve pain and preserve the tooth. - [Special Needs Dentistry](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/special-needs-dentistry): Dr. Tang, who trained at Franciscan Children's Hospital in Boston, provides personalized care for children with ASD, sensory processing differences, and other developmental or medical conditions, including desensitization visits and behavior guidance counseling. - [Pediatric Sedation](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-sedation): Sedation options, including nitrous oxide and in-office general anesthesia with a dental anesthesiologist, help anxious or very young patients receive care comfortably. - [Pediatric Frenectomies](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-frenectomies): Laser frenectomies treat tongue and lip ties that can interfere with breastfeeding, speech development, and eating, using a fast, low-bleed CO2 laser procedure. - [Pediatric Teeth Cleanings](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/services/pediatric-teeth-cleanings): Routine cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup and are recommended starting by a child's first birthday to support healthy oral development. ## Patient Resources & Information - [About Pebble & Pearl Pediatric Dentistry](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/about): Learn about Dr. Van Tang's education, training, and mission, along with what to expect on a child's first visit and the practice's underwater-inspired office design. - [Patient Resources](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/for-patients/patient-resources): Find new patient forms, post-op care instructions, accepted insurance information, financing options, and details on the $150 new patient special. - [Dental Membership Plan](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/for-patients/membership): Pebble & Pearl Pediatric Dentistry's in-office membership plan helps families without dental insurance access dental care for their children. These plans range from $325-$450 per year. - [Blog](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/for-patients/blog): Informative and educational articles meant to help parents learn more about their child's oral health and the treatments offered at Pebble & Pearl. ## Team Information - [Dr. Van Tang](https://www.pebbleandpearlpediatricdentistry.com/about): Dr. Van Tang is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. She earned a degree in Biology with a minor in Public Health from the University of Houston, her dental degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, completed a general practice residency at UNLV, and finished her pediatric dentistry specialty training at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, including additional experience at Franciscan Children's Hospital in Boston. She is affiliated with the AAPD, CSPD, ADA, CDA, and the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.