Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Whitney Linville and her expert team specialize in pediatric dentistry, providing compassionate, child-friendly care for children and adolescents in the Acadiana area. With two years of additional training beyond dental school, Dr. Linville is equipped to meet the unique dental needs of young patients, ensuring they receive the best care possible.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 7:30-16h
- tuesday: 7:30-16h
- wednesday: 8h-16h
- thursday: 7:30-16h
- friday: 8h-12h
- saturday: (closed)
Our comment from Best Dentists Club about Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry:
A Pediatric Sanctuary Designed to Eliminate Dental Anxiety
Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry, led by Dr. Whitney Linville, has established itself as a premier destination for families in the region, offering specialized care tailored specifically for children and adolescents. With specialized training beyond dental school, the practice focuses on creating a stress-free environment where young patients feel safe, heard, and cared for. The clinic is widely recognized for its ability to transform dental visits from potentially frightening experiences into positive, even enjoyable, adventures for children.
Parents consistently praise the team's exceptional ability to handle anxiety in both patients and their families. The office design, featuring interactive TVs on the ceiling, iPads, and engaging toys, is frequently highlighted as a key factor in keeping children calm and distracted. Many reviews note that children often express excitement to return, a testament to the gentle, compassionate approach that defines the practice.
Expertise and Comprehensive Pediatric Care
The clinic provides a full spectrum of pediatric dental services, ensuring that every stage of a child's dental development is covered with expertise. The comprehensive care offered includes:
- Routine preventive care, including cleanings and regular check-ups.
- Dental restorations such as fillings and crowns.
- Early orthodontic assessments and collaboration with orthodontists.
- Management of dental trauma and emergency cases, often accommodating urgent visits on short notice.
- Sedation options and comfort measures for anxious or special-needs patients.
Dr. Linville and her hygienists are commended for their thoroughness and technical skill, ensuring that treatments are performed with precision while maintaining a gentle touch. The staff's ability to explain procedures in child-friendly terms helps build trust and ensures that parents feel confident in the care their children receive.
A Staff That Goes Above and Beyond
Beyond clinical excellence, the human element of Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry is what truly sets it apart. The front desk and support staff are repeatedly described as warm, welcoming, and highly efficient. Patients appreciate the personalized attention, from prompt check-ins to follow-up calls after procedures to ensure their child is recovering well. The team is noted for its patience and empathy, particularly when working with siblings or children with special needs, creating a supportive atmosphere for the entire family.
Services and Treatments
Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
4,9 out of 5 from 287 reviews
Fantastic experience: Amazing service. The best dentistry in Acadiana. Would definitely recommend. 10/10
Fantastic experience: Real good service
Fantastic experience: Very professional and clean
Fantastic experience: We have been with Dr. Whit for many years! She is kind and interesting and always has the best interest of our kids in mind!
Fantastic experience: All the children were in and out in a stress-free environment. At the very end, the three year-old said I don’t wanna leave!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney & her staff are top tier professionals, they are the absolute best! We have been coming for years and enjoy our visit everytime. Your child will definitely be in great hands. We recently had some dental work done for our 7 year old and the process was seamless, my daughter felt comfortable the entire time. They took extra good care of my girl. Can not thank this staff enough for their exceptional work, care, & effort!!!
Thank you for your kind words Donna! We appreciate you and your lovely family!
Fantastic experience: Dr Whitney is THE BEST! She is an extremely skilled pediatric dentist and SO fun—your kids will love her and her team!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whit is one of the best dentist there is. The staff is amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney is incredibly smart and always has a warm smile! Her office at Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry is clean, and everyone there is so sweet.
Fantastic experience: Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry was a great experience—Dr. Whitney was so kind and took the time to really care for us.
Fantastic experience: We had a great experience at Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry and will definitely be returning!
Fantastic experience: I had a wonderful experience at Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry. The entire staff is welcoming and makes both kids and parents feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. Dr. Whitney truly stands out—her kindness, patience, and top-notch knowledge are evident in every interaction. She takes the time to explain everything clearly and ensures each child feels safe and cared for. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney Linville is an outstanding pediatric dentist who truly goes above and beyond to make every visit a positive experience for children and their families. From the moment you walk into the office, the environment feels welcoming, clean, and thoughtfully designed to help kids feel at ease. Dr. Linville has a wonderful way of connecting with children—patient, gentle, and reassuring at every step. She takes the time to explain procedures in a kid-friendly way, which really helps reduce anxiety and builds trust. Parents will also appreciate how clearly she communicates, making sure all questions are answered and that they feel confident in their child’s care. Her attention to detail and commitment to providing high-quality dental care are evident in every interaction. Whether it’s a routine check-up or a more involved procedure, Dr. Linville and her team handle everything with professionalism and compassion. If you’re looking for a pediatric dentist who combines expertise with a warm, caring approach, Dr. Whitney Linville is an excellent choice. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Whitney Linville and her entire team. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by how welcoming and spacious the office felt—it created such a calm and comfortable environment right away. Dr. Linville is incredibly compassionate and attentive. She takes the time to truly listen, answer questions thoroughly, and make sure you feel at ease every step of the way. Her staff reflects that same level of care and professionalism—they are friendly, efficient, and genuinely kind.
Fantastic experience: i got my teeth cleaned, please come here if u want clean teeth, still brush at home tho
Fantastic experience: The best in the business. Chairside manner is impeccable. We love it here!!
Fantastic experience: Great dentist. Kids love her.
Fantastic experience: Amazing people very good with the kids clean facility. Workers are very polite. Very satisfied. Recommend them to anybody with kids.
Fantastic experience: Love the staff and Dr. Whitney!! They all make my girls feel comfortable and makes the dentist experience so easy! Would definitely recommend!!
Fantastic experience: My son and I were at the park yesterday when he fell and hit his mouth very hard. Dr Whitney worked us into her busy day to take an x ray to make sure his tooth roots weren’t affected. The relief she gave me in a stressful time was so appreciated. Her staff was very kind, the place is beautiful and very kid friendly. Can’t speak highly enough. She will have my child as a client for as long as he is allowed to go there. 11/10 experience.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney is AMAZING and the office is set up for kids who aren't so interested in going to the dentist. Definitely made my kids feel very comfortable. So grateful for this practice!
Fantastic experience: Awesome staff, highly recommended
Fantastic experience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely wonderful experience! Today was my children’s very first visit to this office, and it was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome and at ease. They saw both my 2 and 4 year old at the same time, which was incredibly helpful. They spoke to my kids with such kindness and patience. The team truly knows how to work with little ones. My kids felt safe, listened to, and even excited about the visit (which says a lot for a dental appointment). I left feeling relieved, grateful, and confident that we’ve found their forever dentist. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a gentle, professional, and genuinely caring dental practice for their children.
Fantastic experience: They are so awesome! We feel so happy to have our teeth cleaned by them!!!
Negative experience: Lied to us. She said she had the equipment to do it in new Orleans, she never showed and was a completely new dentist she sent us to. The new Orleans dentist didn't understand why we where sent there instead of some place in Lafayette.
Fantastic experience: The BEST dentist and office staff EVER! Dr Whitney is the sweetest soul! She is so fun and patient with the kiddos! Also very reassuring to a mommas worry when needed! We had a big tooth scare during COVID and she went above and beyond to make sure we were okay! Seriously, the dentist office is Disney world to my kids, they LOVE it!
Fantastic experience: Great experience, friendly staff, and Dr. Whitney makes the process so smooth and explains things in a very understandable way!
Fantastic experience: Prompt, professional service. Took my little in for a cleaning and routine check up today. Sherie, the hygienist, was very nice and Dr Linville is always a pleasure and so thorough. We appreciate you all.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful experience!! Highly recommended. Everyone are so friendly, my baby felt NO pain and was made to feel extremely comfortable the entire procedure.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Linville is absolutely amazing!!! Her staff is super helpful and sweet. The kiddos are cared for gently and kindly, and everyone is welcomed and accommodated. Cannot praise highly enough. We've been all over town searching for a caring dentist who isn't looking for profit but truly cares for kids' dental health. THIS IS THAT PLACE. And they take insurance and help with payment plans! Love love love them!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney was absolutely amazing for my son. Any questions or concerns you have she answers and make you feel comfortable. The atmosphere here is so heartwarming and the staff is very friendly and attentive.
Fantastic experience: Nice and friendly staff. Clean office and very time efficient!
Fantastic experience: This place is the best. Very sweet people and nurses and Dr's. Recommend this place to anyone who have young kids.
Fantastic experience: Good Dentist very respectful and give good concen and care
Fantastic experience: I bring my son and daughter here.. we always feel comfortable. It’s very clean and have nice sweet people here . They never disappoints.
Fantastic experience: Ms. Whitney and her staff are so welcoming and the office is very very kid friendly! Good job ladies!!
Fantastic experience: They are very welcoming and friendly. Strongly recommend.
Fantastic experience: First time here for my baby girl and the staff is very friendly. Made her scaredness go away.
Fantastic experience: Excellent care of my littles!! Friendly, helpful, informative staff. Great experience!
Negative experience: Dr. Whitney and staff is so wonderful, helpful, and respectful ! Where do I begin- my child went for a consultation and it was a great experience. the staff is very professional and accommodating making sure your questions and exams are answered promptly. It was a big relief for me that my child got his X-ray on his teeth and everything was fine. Dr. Whitney is an absolute joy. She is upbeat, very knowledgeable, and breaks everything down to my knowledge . I am highly impressed all around with the visit.. 10/10 I will highly recommend to anyone in need of a pedi dentist for their kids. :) 3 month Update: I intend to not bash the company but to sunshine light on the front desk (receptionist) for being so rude: I thought the message was for a recheck for my son’s teeth. As a mom I went and for common courtesy I always arrive 30-20 mins early. I ask to check in and the lady stated it’s no appt. and the doctor is out for surgery. I replied : I can’t be in disbelief because I drove 1hour and 35mins for this appointment. For the lady in the back with blue eyes to approach the front with an immediate attitude, and state to me that the message was intended for the primary doctor not this office disappointed me because clearly this is Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry. The communication skills are poor because I really wished someone at the office would have notified me of the change of schedule.
Fantastic experience: We had the best experience especially for my son who is autistic. The staff was patient With both my kids.
Fantastic experience: They are excellent they do great work and really care about their patients!
Negative experience: I really regret that I sought services here. I do not recommend anyone to go to this dentistry.
Negative experience: Wouldn’t reschedule my suffering child because we had to miss an appointment because he had the flu. Shame
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney was absolutely amazing for my son. Any questions or concerns you have she answers and make you feel comfortable. The atmosphere here is so heartwarming and the staff is just as amazing as her!!! ❤️
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney and her staff are very welcoming and great with kids. Dr. Whitney is very thorough. My kids look forward to coming to get their teeth cleaned.
Fantastic experience: Very nice employees. They make try to make the kids comfortable. Good environment
Fantastic experience: Very nice people. They are always so nice.
Fantastic experience: Took such good care of my son. He was so comfortable! That made me feel anxious because I’m not good at the dentist.
Fantastic experience: Great service and work very well with kids
Fantastic experience: The nicest people, cleanest place I ever went to
Fantastic experience: Great experience with Dr Whitney and her staff! My boys loved it
Fantastic experience: They saw all three of our kids. They enjoyed the books and games on the iPad. The staff was super nice. They enjoyed it so much.
Fantastic experience: Both my kids are patients here they are so sweet office is very clean the best experience for my babies very thorough and made them feel extremely comfortable
Fantastic experience: Friendly and welcoming environment.. Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: An excellent Dentist high class assistants
Fantastic experience: Just had our consultation and Dr. Whitney and her staff are amazing. The atmosphere is very clean and inviting. Every staff member is very kind and Dr Whitney is animated which my son loved and has asked to go back. Which is a nice surprise for him since he has a lot of anxiety. Would definitely recommend this location to everyone!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney was so personable and I felt like she was a mom before she was a dentist making her so relatable. It was also quick and the office staff was extremely friendly!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney and staff is so wonderful! Where do I begin; the staff is very professional and accommodating making sure your questions are answered promptly. Dr. Whitney is an absolute joy. She is upbeat, very knowledgeable, and a superb communicator. I am highly impressed all around! 10/10.
Fantastic experience: The staff was very caring and professional! They made our son’s experience comfortable and his procedure went smoothly.
Fantastic experience: Very nice vibe respectful worker friendly and and care for there patients the Dr is very nice and explain everything to your understanding love the workers and Doctor.
Fantastic experience: Very good nice and friendly people glady daughter has them as her dentist
Fantastic experience: Awesome place to bring your child.
Fantastic experience: Every visit we have had there has been great. No complaints about anything! I Love how friendly Dr Whitney is with my son and all the kids I see her with. ❤️
Negative experience: Not kid friendly, can't bring siblings to appointments... What are people supposed to do when they have no one else to watch their other kids?? And wouldn't even let me reschedule even though I showed up to my appointment with all my kids because I forgot because they only told me ONE time over the phone.. not a reminding text or anything about it.
Fantastic experience: First time ever at the office and I tell you the service was A+ From the moment I walked it the atmosphere was welcoming and peaceful. Such a beautiful office inside. The staff is amazing there from the front desk to the staff working in the back they were so sweet and kindhearted. The dentist explained everything the assistant was wonderful and she explained everything as well. I would most definitely recommend. My child was at ease while there.
Fantastic experience: My children enjoy going to their cleaning appointment because of the human and professional quality of each Assistant and the best Dentist. Thank you very much ❗️
Fantastic experience: They were very good with my son they made him feel comfortable so he wouldn’t be scared, also they kept me updated on everything they were doing and when they did it I would highly recommend anyone to go to that dentist
Fantastic experience: Dr Whitney is great with the kids. Always received excellent care. My son loves going to watch the tv on the ceiling
Fantastic experience: Very clean and pleasant environment. Friendly staff.
Fantastic experience: Very pleasant staff. Dentist was very thorough and answered all of my questions.
Fantastic experience: Excellent bedside manners and patient care experience. I feel that my 3-year old son is in good hands with Dr. Linville. Very helpful and caring. I appreciate it very much!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing staff and even more amazing dentists! They take time to make sure my son is OK and joke with him and make him feel comfortable! I highly recommend, Kingston (he's 4yo) adored these people and so did I!
Fantastic experience: We love Dr. Linville She cares about us all and is always available if we need after hours care.
Fantastic experience: Very sweet and kind people .They explain everything on what was going to happen and what they was doing step by step
Fantastic experience: Dr Whitt and her staff are the best! We’ve been seeing her for years and will continue. Whether it be a simple cleaning, a filling or an extraction, she makes my son extremely comfortable and he loves the dentist! She collaborates with his orthodontist to make sure that he smile is the best! Definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: Love the staff! They did an awesome job! Thank y’all!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney and her staff are amazing! We had the best experience. I highly recommend them especially if your little one is nervous about seeing a dentist.
Fantastic experience: Great, friendly, and fast service. My son does not do well with dentists but this time it was a breeze for him.
Fantastic experience: We love Dr. Whitney and all the ladies! They are so sweet and kind!
Fantastic experience: They have the best kids’ waiting room I have ever seen. There are books, iPad/computer play, blocks, and a cool seating area. I think if I had this to look forward to growing up, I would not have hated the dentist. It was also super clever of them to fix TVs to the ceiling, so that the kids could watch a movie while getting their teeth checked. It helps with anxiety and an overall better experience. The staff were really nice, professional, and warm. The dentist was clearly knowledgeable and I felt that my child was in great hands. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Definitely recommend! The entire process was nothing short of incredible.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely love Dr.Whitney and her staff. My kids were very comfortable on their first visit. Love Dr Whitney’s energy with the kids!
Fantastic experience: I have struggled to find a good pediatric dentist for my son for years. I traveled over an hour to this facility and it was well worth it. I will absolutely do it again. The entire staff was helpful and kind, the doctor herself was excellent, and the facility was amazing. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: We went for my daughter's first visit recently for her initial toddler appointment. Dr. Whitney treated us like we had been her patients for a lifetime. The whole staff was so very professional and kind!
Fantastic experience: All staff here are perfectionists the entire time, I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to deal with all highly professional staff. It’s always a great experience every visit.
Fantastic experience: Still the absolute BEST! My son literally gets excited about his dental appointments!
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff and Dr. Whitney is great!
Fantastic experience: its an very clean place so far i been there the doctors and nurse are soooo sweet
Fantastic experience: They where kinda and gentle with my daughter they were respected I would recommend them five out of five every time
Fantastic experience: Though I DO NOT like their electronic patient specifics, I love how sweet and attentive everyone in the office is. They do a great job of making sure you’re informed about what is going on with your child. Would recommend.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Linville and her whole staff are wonderful. First and foremost, Dr. Linville did great with my children’s teeth. She also made sure to answer any and all questions to make sure my husband and I felt comfortable with everything. It was also pretty wonderful that she and her staff kept the kids engaged so they saw the appointment as an adventure, not as something scary. We highly recommend Dr. Linville.
Fantastic experience: My two girls have been with Acadiana Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Whitney for a few years. The girls love the staff and Dr. Whitney. They are an amazing group that take care of their patients with care and generosity. The front desk ladies are awesome and will take care of your needs before and after the appointment. Thanks so much Dr. Whitney and staff! The Bertrand's
Fantastic experience: Dr. Whitney and all staff are always so friendly! They really make my 2 year old feel at ease!!
Fantastic experience: We just had our first time visit for our 4yo, and she enjoyed the entire visit! Nurse and Dr. Whitney are so nice, patient, and make sure the parents know what was conducted at the visit. My kiddo asked to go to see them again the next day!
Fantastic experience: Super friendly. Knows how to make kids feel comfortable. Awesome dentist.
Fantastic experience: We have four sons (ages 7, 6, 4, and 2), and I’m still shocked that they’re so excited to go to the dentist! Dr. Whitney and her staff have created such a great environment for kids- very different than when I was growing up. We’re very thankful that we can look forward to these visits rather than it being a challenge.
Fantastic experience: Every time we go, the staff are amazing. Dr. Linville is so good with kids and makes them feel comfortable. My daughter loves going to her appointments.
Fantastic experience: The staff and facility here are beyond amazing. They made my son feel so comfortable and at ease through a procedure that would be super scary elsewhere. Definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: They treated my child with high respect. When my little girl was afraid or sad, their hearts broke for her. They made every effort to get each child to feel at peace. They cared about both the child and the parents
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