For San Rafael families, Poppy Kids barely counts as a drive — we're about twelve minutes up US-101, still right here in Marin. That closeness is exactly why so many San Rafael parents have quietly made us their kids' dental home. You can leave Terra Linda or Gerstle Park after breakfast, be parked at Pacheco Plaza before the morning playlist ends, and still make it back for school drop-off or a late-morning meeting.
We're a single, specialist-led practice in Novato — not a chain, and not an office pretending to be on every corner. Dr. Andrea Aduna is a board-certified pediatric dentist who sees every child herself, at a pace that suits infants, nervous first-timers, and eye-rolling teens alike. San Rafael families tell us the short hop is worth it for care that never feels rushed or assembly-line. Whether you're downtown, out by the Civic Center, or over in the Canal, you're always welcome here — and for children under three, that very first visit is completely free.
Our address: 450 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, CA 94949 (Pacheco Plaza).
Families come to us from all over San Rafael and the surrounding Marin County area:
We see children from San Rafael–area schools and plan visits around the school day:
Most San Rafael families say yes without hesitation. You're trading a few minutes on the 101 for a board-certified specialist, an unhurried visit, and a child who actually likes going to the dentist.
Usually around age 6, though it varies. Gentle wiggling is fine; everyday eating usually does the rest. If it's painful or you're unsure, we're glad to take a look.
Most kids have the coordination to brush around ages 6–8 and floss closer to 8–10. A little supervision keeps technique on track, and check-ups help us reinforce good habits.
We care for kids from the first tooth through age 18, and we're always happy to talk through individual needs.
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