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About Durham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Sensory tools like headphones and sunglasses help anxious and special-needs children get through exams, while Dr. Rob Christensen's team fits in same-day emergencies during ice storms and after hours.
Durham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a pediatric dental practice that also offers traditional braces, TMJ treatment, and retainers. Reviews highlight how the team works with children on the autism spectrum and other special needs, using visual demonstrations, sensory accommodations, and a gradual, self-paced approach rather than restraint. Several families mention transferring mid-treatment and being absorbed smoothly into ongoing care, and the office is noted for after-hours responsiveness, including calls to check in on patients and emergency scheduling during weather events. Staff are described as attentive across many years of visits, with some families driving an hour or more to keep coming.
Summary of 224 patient reviews, May 2014–September 2026, updated September 2026
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Durham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Durham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Rob Christensen
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Dr. John
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Dr. Jamie
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Dr. John Christensen, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist
Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist
Board Certified pediatric dentist and orthodontist. One of a handful of practitioners in the United States who has specialty training to practice both pediatric dentistry and orthodontics.
Dr. Jamie Molina, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified pediatric dentist with specialized training to meet the needs of infants, children, teens, and patients with special needs.
Dr. JOHN ROBERT CHRISTENSEN --, D.D.S., M.S., M.S.
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Insurance accepted
1 plan listedWhat patients say
Latest review 8 weeks ago
What patients praise
Who it suits
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Orthodontic care in reviews
The handful of reviews touching on orthodontic care describe a multi-year braces journey with Dr. John, including consultation and payment planning, as seamless, and mention a complex case involving autotransplantation and restoration after a traumatic accident. One review notes a child awaiting jaw surgery to correct a bite issue, with retainer fit also checked and confirmed as part of ongoing care.
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| The dentist | 56 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 53 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 54 | 0 |
| Friendly staff | 41 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 28 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 13 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 14 | 0 |
| Responsiveness | 14 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
We absolutely love this practice! From the moment you walk through the door, the front desk team is warm, welcoming and organized. Every single hygienist and both dentists are phenomenal at what they do. They have a remarkable ability to connect with kids, making every visit positive, stress-free and even fun. On top of their wonderful bedside manner, the office runs seamlessly. They are always right on time, take the time to provide thorough explanations of everything they're doing, and ensure both parents and kids feel completely at ease. We were especially grateful recently when we had a sudden situation with my son's tooth. They fit us in same-day and took care of it immediately. What could have been a semi-stressful situation turned into a completely seamless, reassuring outcome. They go above and beyond, turning what could be a scary errand into a truly exceptional experience every single time. Highly recommend!
I absolutely loved the Visit my son had today! He’s level 1 Autistic and Dr. Jamie did a phenomenal job with is dental care. All of the staff were pleasant and treated my son with great care.
Another year down. Love this team. We always feel welcome. Even though it's been almost a year since our last visit, they always seem to remember us and be genuinely interested in how we are! See you in six months! #bestdentistever
Amazing dentist and staff! Dr.Rob, and the hygienist Morgan, and rosy did great job with my kids! Everyone was so friendly and patient with my children. They made the visit fun, comfortable, and stress-free. The office is clean, welcoming, and very professional. We are so grateful for the excellent care and highly recommend this dental practice to other families!
We have been going here for a year now. The dentists (shout out to Dr Rob) and their team members are very professional and personable. Any dental treatments are individualized and they are administered on a need basis. I fully recommend this place.
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