I had a fantastic experience at Cipes Pediatric Dentistry today! It was my daughter's first visit and we were very nervous because she has autism and we didn't know how she would react. The waiting area was very welcoming and accommodating to children with toys, books and a beautiful fish tank. The staff was very friendly and didn't have any issues with my daughter who was unfortunately crying very loudly and having a tantrum. They told me where the bathroom was if we needed it and that we could wait wherever we wanted and they would find us when they were ready. When it was my daughters turn to go in she had been having a meltdown since we wouldnt allow her to play behind the counter and I became very worried the visit wouldn't be a success. The staff came to bring her in and we're so patient and understanding. They didn't rush my daughter and let her take her time getting to the room. I was so happy they had a more private room in the back for her to go into, which helped her calm down pretty quickly. The assistant was quick to let us know we didn't have to be stressed or worried and that she wanted us to know everything was ok and that they didn't want us to be uncomfortable. I immediately started to feel better and she was so calm around my daughter who started to warm up to her quickly too once se took out a camera to take a picture of my daughter :). The assistant showed my daughter a stuffed shark that had a full set of teeth and gave her her very own new toothbrush just so she could try to brush the shark's teeth. They didn't rush my daughter to sit down immediately and just let her get adjusted to being in the room. Once my daughter was settled in, then they brought in the dentist, Dr. Cipes. She was so amazing. Her demeanor was so calm, cool and collected. She was so kind to my daughter and made a connecton with her while still continuing her conversation with mom (me) and dad. Eventually my daughter sat right in the dentist chair and Dr. Cipes. sang the cutest song to her while she counted her teeth and to my surprise she somehow got my daughter to cooperate. I even saw my daughter crack a big smile at me at one point! Dr. Cipes' assistant went and got my daughter an awesome toy when she was done checkling her teeth. Since it was her first visit to the dentist, Dr. Cipes explained to me that ny daughter would come back for an actual cleaning on a separate occasion. She also informed me about a picture exchange book available on their website for me to download and show my daughtet in advance of her next visit. She explained the importance of letting my daughter know what she should expect as that is very important for children with autism. Dr. Cipes was so knowledgeable of children on the spectrum and their behaviors, it felt as if she was a mother of a special needs child such as myself. I was truly amazed at how kind hearted the staff were and how Dr. Cipes spent her time with us and didn't make us feel rushed. Her assistant even scheduled our next visit from the same room so my daughter wouldn't have to go back into the waiting area!I highly recommend this dentist practice to anyone with children whether or not they are special needs, but especially if they are on the spectrum. I can guarantee you will not find a better place to bring your child! Looking forward to our next visit :) Thank you so much!!!