Referring Providers · South Lyon, MI
A trusted partner for pediatric dental referrals
At Tooth Town Pediatric Dentistry, we partner with general dentists, family dentists, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure children ages 0–11 receive the specialized care they need in a comfortable, supportive environment.
For more than 15 years, Dr. Stephen Ghezzi and the Tooth Town team have helped children throughout South Lyon and surrounding communities achieve happy, healthy smiles — while making dental visits a positive experience for both children and parents.
A Trusted Partner
Specialized care for the children you refer
Whether a child needs extensive treatment, behavioral support, or simply a pediatric dental home, we’re here to help families navigate the next step with confidence.
We work closely with referring offices — obtaining radiographs, clarifying oral status and treatment needs, and supporting the transition from general practice to the appropriate treating doctor. Consultations are typically available within a week.
We commonly accept referrals for
- Young children with extensive treatment needs
- Patients with sensory, behavioral, or cooperation challenges
- Healthy Kids Dental and Medicaid patients
- Sedation consultations
- Second opinions and treatment planning
- Families seeking a pediatric dental home
- Children who benefit from a pediatric-focused approach to care
Why Refer to Tooth Town?
Care built around each child’s needs
We understand that every child is different. Our team provides comprehensive evaluations and compassionate care, with clear communication back to your office at every step.
Specialized Pediatric Expertise
Dr. Stephen Ghezzi focuses exclusively on treating children ages 0–11 and understands the unique clinical, developmental, and behavioral needs of pediatric patients.
Comprehensive Treatment Planning
We take time to educate families, explain treatment recommendations, and help parents understand their child’s oral health needs and available options.
Support for Challenging Cases
Many children need additional support due to age, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, or behavioral challenges. Our team is experienced in helping these children successfully receive care.
Insurance Accessibility
Tooth Town accepts most major dental insurance plans, including Healthy Kids Dental and Medicaid, helping families access the care their children need.
Our goal is simple
Help children achieve happy, healthy smiles while creating positive dental experiences that build lifelong confidence — for the child and the family alike.
Services Available at Tooth Town
Comprehensive pediatric dental services
Our pediatric dental services include:
Preventive
- Comprehensive exams & consultations
- Cleanings & digital x-rays
- Cavity risk assessments
- Fluoride varnish & prescription toothpaste
- Sealants
Restorative
- Dental fillings
- Pediatric crowns
- Pulpotomies & pulpectomies
- Extractions & space maintenance
Behavior Management
- Nitrous oxide
- Oral conscious sedation for operative treatment
- Papoose stabilization for cleanings, ages 3–8
- Dedicated assistant for cleanings as needed
Referrals we can provide
- Root canals on permanent teeth
- Cosmetic restoration of anterior permanent teeth
- Complex extractions
- IV sedation
- General anesthesia
We play an important role helping to define oral status and treatment needs when complex or extensive treatment is required, and can connect families with trusted referral options.
Happy Healthy Smiles Program
Even with insurance, sedation and behavioral support often aren’t covered. If cost is a concern for a patient you’re referring, ask us about a scholarship toward out-of-pocket treatment.
Knowing When to Refer
When should you refer a child to a pediatric dentist?
Referral may be beneficial when any of the following apply:
- A young child requires extensive dental treatment
- A patient has sensory, behavioral, developmental, or cooperation challenges
- Pediatric-focused treatment planning is needed
- Healthy Kids Dental & Medicaid patients
- A family is seeking additional support & guidance on treatment options
- A family is seeking a long-term pediatric dental home
Our team is always happy to discuss cases and help determine the most appropriate next step for a patient.
Our care guidelines
- 6-month recall for routine care
- 4-month recall for patients in orthodontics or at high caries risk
- Treatment completed within three months of diagnosis and recommendation
Referring a Patient Is Easy
To refer a patient, contact our office directly.
Consultations are typically available within a week. Contact us and we’ll mail or email referral forms to your office — then we’ll work closely with both the family and your team throughout the process.
Partner With Tooth Town
Let’s start with a conversation
If you have questions about whether a patient would benefit from pediatric specialty care, we encourage you to reach out. We’re always happy to discuss treatment options and help families navigate what can sometimes be a complicated journey.
Together, we can help children build healthy smiles that last a lifetime.