We accept assignment of benefits, which means we file claims directly with your insurance company and receive payment on your behalf.
Our membership plans make it easy to prioritize your child’s oral health and overall wellness without the stress of insurance limitations or unexpected costs.
We’ll always provide detailed treatment estimates and work with you to find payment solutions that fit your family’s budget and healthcare goals.
Holistic pediatric dentistry represents a comprehensive approach to children’s oral health that considers the whole child – their physical development, nutritional needs, environmental exposures, and overall wellness. At Wellness Pediatric Dentistry, we’re proud to be San Antonio’s first holistic pediatric practice, combining Dr. Wengler’s board-certified pediatric training with her background in nutritional sciences to provide care that supports your child’s natural development.
Our philosophy centers on the understanding that oral health is intimately connected to your child’s sleep patterns, breathing, nutrition, and overall wellness. Rather than simply treating symptoms, we address underlying causes while using biocompatible materials and minimally invasive techniques that work with your child’s developing body rather than against it.
Modern research continues to reveal the profound connections between oral health and systemic wellness. Dr. Wengler’s unique background in nutritional sciences allows her to address these connections comprehensively, understanding how dietary choices, environmental factors, and developmental patterns influence your child’s oral health and overall well-being.
Most jaw growth occurs before age six, making early holistic intervention crucial for optimal development. By addressing nutrition, breathing patterns, and environmental factors during these critical years, we can support your child’s natural development while preventing more complex issues that might require invasive treatments later.
We use only the safest, most biocompatible materials available, including BPA-free composites, fluoride-free alternatives, and mercury-free options that support your child's developing body.
Our comprehensive evaluations consider sleep patterns, breathing, nutrition, and development to address root causes rather than just treating symptoms of dental problems.
Treatment approaches that work with your child's natural growth patterns and developmental timeline, supporting optimal health outcomes throughout their lifetime.
Every child who visits our practice receives a thorough evaluation that goes far beyond examining teeth. Dr. Wengler’s comprehensive approach includes assessment of facial growth patterns, breathing quality, sleep patterns, nutritional status, and environmental factors that may impact oral health and overall development.
Nutritional Assessment: Drawing from her Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dr. Wengler evaluates how your child’s diet affects their oral health, development, and overall wellness. We provide specific guidance on foods that support healthy teeth and proper jaw development.
Sleep and Airway Evaluation: For children five and older, we conduct detailed sleep questionnaires to identify potential breathing issues that may affect development, behavior, and learning. Poor sleep quality in children is often connected to airway restrictions that can be addressed through early intervention.
Environmental Health Considerations: We consider environmental factors that may impact your child’s oral health, including water quality, exposure to toxins, and lifestyle factors that influence overall wellness and development.
Developmental Monitoring: Our approach includes careful monitoring of jaw growth, facial development, and dental eruption patterns to ensure optimal timing for any interventions that may be needed.
Our treatment philosophy emphasizes prevention and early intervention using the gentlest methods possible. When treatment becomes necessary, we prioritize approaches that preserve natural tooth structure while using materials that support your child’s overall health.
Our Material Choices:
Prevention-Focused Care: Our preventive approach includes nutritional counseling, dietary guidance, and education about environmental factors that support optimal oral health. We teach families how to create home environments that naturally support healthy teeth and proper development.
Dr. Wengler’s expertise in nutritional sciences allows us to provide specific dietary guidance that supports not only oral health but also overall development. We help families understand how food choices affect tooth formation, jaw development, and systemic health.
Early identification and treatment of airway restrictions through palate expansion, functional appliances, and Invisalign First treatments that support proper breathing and sleep quality.
Specialized approaches for children with autism, sensory processing differences, and other developmental considerations, using calm environments and individualized techniques.
Comprehensive evaluations for families seeking alternatives to conventional treatment recommendations, providing transparent information about all available options.
When restorative treatment is needed, we use the highest quality biocompatible materials that support your child’s health while providing durable, attractive results.
Experience the difference that holistic pediatric care can make for your child. Our comprehensive approach combines gentle techniques with transparent communication to create positive dental experiences that last a lifetime. We’re here to partner with you in supporting your child’s overall health and development through expert oral care.
From fluoride-free alternatives to airway-focused orthodontics, we offer the choices and expertise your family deserves. Schedule your consultation today and discover how our unique approach can benefit your child’s health and wellness journey.
A cornerstone of holistic care is empowering families with knowledge and tools to support their children’s optimal health at home. We provide comprehensive education about:
Home Care Strategies:
Prevention Through Lifestyle:
Family Wellness Integration: Dr. Wengler’s holistic approach recognizes that children’s health is influenced by their entire family’s wellness practices. We provide guidance that supports healthy habits for the whole family while addressing each child’s individual needs and developmental stage.
Holistic pediatric dentistry considers your child’s overall health, development, nutrition, and environmental factors rather than focusing solely on teeth. We use biocompatible materials, address underlying causes of dental problems, and provide care that supports your child’s natural development and overall wellness rather than just treating symptoms.
Yes, the biocompatible materials we use meet or exceed the performance standards of traditional materials while being safer for developing bodies. For example, BPA-free composites provide excellent durability and aesthetics, while hydroxyapatite remineralization is often more effective than fluoride treatments for strengthening teeth naturally.
We offer several effective fluoride-free alternatives, including hydroxyapatite treatments, ozone therapy, and silver diamine fluoride when appropriate. These approaches can arrest decay, remineralize teeth, and prevent future cavities while being completely safe for your child’s developing body and overall health.
Absolutely. Dr. Wengler’s background in nutritional sciences allows us to work effectively with families following specific dietary protocols, whether for medical reasons, allergies, or lifestyle choices. We provide customized guidance that supports both your child’s dietary needs and optimal oral health.
We recommend children visit by their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth appearing. Early visits allow us to establish positive relationships, monitor proper development, and provide guidance on nutrition and habits that support healthy growth from the very beginning.
Often, yes. Many childhood behavior and sleep issues are connected to breathing problems caused by airway restrictions or poor oral development. Our comprehensive evaluations can identify these connections, and our treatments often support better sleep quality, which can improve behavior, learning, and overall well-being.
