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Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry And Orthodontics is a practice in Bakersfield, CA specializing in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for children and teens.

About Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Dr. Abby and Dr. Sturz are noted for working gently with anxious kids and children with special needs, and for picking up after-hours emergency calls themselves.
This pediatric dental practice also offers orthodontic treatment, including Invisalign, traditional and clear braces, early treatment, and retainers. Reviews highlight care for children with special needs and for families managing several kids in treatment at once, with notes about doctors explaining tools to a toddler beforehand or staying calm with a nonverbal autistic child. Responsiveness comes up often too, with parents describing after-hours calls answered personally and quick next-day scheduling for dental emergencies.
Summary of 43 patient reviews, March 2020–June 2026, updated September 2026
Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry And Orthodontics is a practice in Bakersfield, CA specializing in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for children and teens.
The team comprises board-certified pediatric dentists with over 30 years of combined experience who focus on building trust and providing comfortable, child-friendly dental and orthodontic care.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Sturz & Abby Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Orthodontists at this office
Sturz
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Abby
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Ricks
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Insurance accepted
1 plan listedWhat patients say
Latest review 5 months ago
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Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
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| Great with kids | 25 | 2 |
| The dentist | 13 | 2 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 12 | 1 |
| Friendly staff | 10 | 1 |
| Clear explanations | 7 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 4 | 1 |
| Responsiveness | 4 | 1 |
| Office & technology | 3 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
My son recently completed his treatment here, and the transformation has been incredible. Beyond the visible results, I appreciated how patient the staff was throughout the process. They encouraged good habits, answered questions, and helped him stay motivated during a treatment journey that lasted over a year.
Dr. Abby and his whole team are wonderful! Our young son, who has needed a lot of treatment, still enjoys going to his dentist appointments(!). Dr. Abby is very thoughtful and thorough in his approach for treatment. As parents, we have had numerous questions, concerns and a few emergencies regarding our son, and Dr. Abby and Dr. Sturz have provided prompt attention and the utmost care. I highly recommend them—this is truly an extra special place!
Dr. Abby and his entire team are absolutely amazing. They are so patient, gentle, and understanding with my 4-year-old nonverbal autistic son. Dental visits can be overwhelming, but they create such a calm and caring environment. The compassion and attention they show truly makes my heart so incredibly happy. We are beyond grateful to have found them!
My son is very happy to be back at S & A. "I really like this place." Huge thanks to Miss. Corina (hope I spelled it correctly.) Miss. Corina took the time to answer all my billing questions and helped me understand the payment process. I really appreciate her patience and kindness. Another stellar visit at S & A!
My Kids always use to cry going to the Dentist and now they cry cuz they don't wanna leave ❤️ This office is a Gem! The staff and Dentist are amazing and have so much patience and are super kindhearted! My family is blessed to have found this office 🫶🏻 Highly recommend and am super grateful for the dental care they provided my kids.
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