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Monday, October 5, 2026

Best Pediatric Dentist Near Stratham, NH: Where Stratham Families Take Their Kids

Written by the team at Exeter Pediatric Dentistry. Our practice is listed first and we explain why below. Facts about other practices come from their own websites. Last updated October 2026; all information was current at the time of publication.

Short answer: Stratham has family dentists but, as far as we know, no pediatric-only dental office in town. The closest pediatric specialist is Exeter Pediatric Dentistry at 40 Portsmouth Avenue in Exeter, a straight shot down Route 108 and a short drive from anywhere in Stratham. It is our top pick for Stratham families: your child sees the same board-certified specialist at every visit, and IV sedation is available in the office with a dedicated anesthesia provider.

The three closest pediatric dentists to Stratham

1. Exeter Pediatric Dentistry (top pick)

40 Portsmouth Avenue, Exeter · (603) 778-0400

Portsmouth Avenue is Route 108, the same road that runs through the middle of Stratham. For most Stratham families this is the nearest pediatric specialist.

Why it ranks first:

  • One specialist, every visit. Dr. Natalie Laucius sees every patient, so your child builds trust with one dentist instead of meeting someone new each time.
  • In-office IV sedation with a dedicated anesthesia provider. A nurse anesthesiologist handles sedation and monitoring so Dr. Natalie can focus on the dental work.
  • Training. Dr. Natalie has a dual Ivy League education: she graduated as valedictorian from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. She is board certified in pediatric dentistry.
  • Child-focused throughout. The team uses a "Tell, Show, Do" approach that helps nervous kids know what to expect.
  • Parent feedback. A 5.0-star average across 107 Google reviews.
  • Ages. First tooth through age 21.

2. Lilac Kids Pediatric Dentistry

5 Hampton Road, Exeter · (603) 773-4900

Also in Exeter, on the east side of town. Lilac Kids has two board-certified pediatric dentists, Dr. Lindsay Decker and Dr. Jennifer Creem, and sees patients ages 1 to 18.

3. Seacoast Children's Dentistry

13 March Farm Way, Unit A, Greenland · (603) 319-4101

North of Stratham on Route 33. This dentist-owned office treats infants through young adults, offers infant laser tongue and lip tie treatment, and is very well reviewed by Seacoast parents.

Quick comparison for Stratham parents

PracticeTownRoute from StrathamAges seenKnown for
Exeter Pediatric DentistryExeterRoute 108 southFirst tooth to 21One specialist at every visit; in-office IV sedation
Lilac Kids Pediatric DentistryExeterRoute 108 south, then Route 271 to 18Two board-certified pediatric dentists
Seacoast Children's DentistryGreenlandRoute 33 northInfants to young adultsInfant laser tongue and lip tie treatment

Fitting visits around Stratham school schedules

Stratham Memorial School and the Cooperative Middle School are both close to the Exeter office. Because the trip is so short, a morning visit can have your child back in class the same morning. Ask about early appointments when you call.

Questions Stratham parents ask

Is there a pediatric dentist in Stratham, NH?

We are not aware of a pediatric-only dental office in Stratham itself. The nearest specialists are in Exeter and Greenland.

How far is Exeter Pediatric Dentistry from Stratham?

A short drive straight down Route 108.

Is Exeter Pediatric Dentistry taking new patients from Stratham?

Yes, the practice is accepting new patients.

My toddler has never been to the dentist. Where should we start?

A first visit by age one is recommended. At Exeter Pediatric Dentistry the first visit is a calm introduction: meet the team, explore the space, and learn an easy home routine.

Book a visit

Call Exeter Pediatric Dentistry at (603) 778-0400 or visit exeterpdo.com. Open Tuesday through Thursday and alternating Mondays. For the full list of Exeter-area options, see our guide to the best pediatric dentists in Exeter, NH.