Convenient Access from Ferry Beach
Parents who spend summer days on the Ferry Beach trails and want a dentist near Ferry Beach for the kids will find Biddeford Saco Dental Associates about 12 minutes inland. The office is at 485 Main St in Saco, and its nine dentists include Dr. Julia Losardo, a board-certified pediatric dentist who grew up in Saco herself. Adults in the family are seen in the same building, often on the same morning.
Starting at the Ferry Beach State Park entrance at 95 Bayview Rd, head west on Bayview Rd to Ferry Rd (Route 9). Ferry Rd becomes Beach St and carries you into downtown Saco, where a right turn onto Main St leads north to our door, roughly 4.3 miles from the park with no toll. You will find the office near Hutchins St, a short way north of Thornton Academy, with ample parking, and our Google Maps page has the pin. If you live closer to the open beach to the north, our guides for Bay View and Kinney Shores may suit you better.
Trails, Tupelos and a Quiet Stretch of Sand
Ferry Beach is a beach area of the City of Saco, in York County, best known for Ferry Beach State Park. The park sits off Route 9 on Bayview Rd, between Old Orchard Beach and Camp Ellis. Its beach is undeveloped, protected by forest and wetland rather than lined with cottages.
Behind the sand, about 1.4 miles of wide, level trails wind through the woods, with boardwalks over wetlands and views of the ponds. One stand holds tupelo, or black gum, trees, which are rare this far north. The nature center runs guided programs, and the park adds a picnic area and a changing room for beach days.
The park is open from Memorial Day through September 30, and in summer parking along Route 9 near the entrance is prohibited, so families pay the entrance fee, which includes parking. Getting to our office is easier: we have ample parking and no fee at the end of the drive.
Growing Up With Healthy Teeth Near Ferry Beach
A child's first dental visit should happen by the first birthday or within six months of the first tooth. That early appointment gets a child used to the chair and gives parents a chance to raise questions about brushing and feeding. Fluoride varnish and, later, sealants on the back molars add protection as children grow.
Some kids sail through checkups, and others need extra help to feel safe. Our office offers nitrous oxide for young patients, along with deeper options described on our page about sedation and comfort options for pediatric dental visits. Children with autism, sensory processing differences or developmental delays can receive extended appointment times and sensory-friendly techniques.
Parents of babies who struggle to nurse sometimes learn that a tongue-tie or lip-tie is part of the problem. Dr. Losardo performs tissue release for these children, and the office uses a CO2 laser for frenectomy procedures. Treatment begins with an evaluation of how the tie affects feeding or speech.
For busy Ferry Beach families, keeping everyone in one office saves time. Siblings can often be booked back to back in one block, and appointments start at 7 AM on weekdays, early enough to fit in before school. When the kids reach about age seven, an orthodontic evaluation can happen in the same building.
Parents deserve the same attention their children get. While the kids are with the pediatric team, a parent can have an exam, a cleaning or a crown with one of our general dentists down the hall. Adults who feel uneasy about dental work can ask about the sedation options available, and the team keeps every conversation honest and free of pressure. Taking care of the whole family in one morning means the afternoon is still free for the trails or the beach.
Children's and Family Care From a Dentist Near Ferry Beach
Pediatric Dentistry
From first visits through the teen years, children see a board-certified pediatric dentist. Tooth-colored fillings, stainless steel crowns and pulp therapy repair baby teeth when cavities get ahead of brushing.
Tissue Release
Tongue-tie and lip-tie release can make nursing, eating and speaking easier for young children. The office lists a CO2 laser for frenectomy work, and Dr. Losardo evaluates each child first.
Dental Hygiene
Cleanings, fluoride and sealants keep young teeth strong between summers at the park. Each visit is also a chance to go over brushing habits at home.
Family Dentistry
Parents and grandparents can schedule their own exams, x-rays and fillings alongside the children's visits. A broken tooth or sudden toothache is treated as an emergency.
Orthodontics
Our orthodontist evaluates bites by age seven and offers Phase I treatment for ages seven to ten when it is needed. Teens can later choose braces or Invisalign without switching offices.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Julia Losardo was born and raised in Saco, attended Thornton Academy and Bowdoin College, and graduated as valedictorian from Boston University's dental school. She completed a two-year pediatric residency at Nova Southeastern University and Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, serving as Chief Resident. Off duty, she still lives in Saco and spends time fishing and lobstering; meet the rest of our team online.
Insurance & Financing
When kids are on a parent's dental plan, the office submits claims to plans such as Delta Dental, Cigna, Anthem and Unum, and it bills out-of-network plans too. New patients ages 12 and under without insurance can start with a $99 cleaning, exam and x-ray, provided there is no periodontal disease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Biddeford Saco Dental Associates from Ferry Beach, and how do I get there?
We are about 4.3 miles from the Ferry Beach State Park entrance, roughly a 12-minute drive. Take Bayview Rd west to Ferry Rd (Route 9), stay on it as it becomes Beach St, then turn right on Main St. Parents looking for a dentist near Ferry Beach can make the trip without any toll.
What sedation choices are available for an anxious child?
Children here can receive nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation or general anesthesia, depending on their needs. Nitrous oxide flows through a small nasal mask, kids stay conscious, and it wears off within minutes. For general anesthesia, a board-certified anesthesiologist cares for the child in a hospital or surgical center setting. Dr. Losardo helps parents choose the right level.
Can a tongue-tie be released at your office?
Yes. Dr. Losardo, our board-certified pediatric dentist, performs tongue-tie and lip-tie release for children. The office lists a CO2 laser among its tools for frenectomy procedures. She starts with an evaluation of how the tie affects nursing, eating or speech, then explains whether a release is likely to help your child.
Do you see children with autism or sensory needs?
Yes. Dr. Losardo treats children with autism, sensory processing differences and developmental delays. Visits can be scheduled with extended appointment times, and the team uses sensory-friendly techniques to keep the experience calm. Parents are welcome to share what works at home, such as a favorite toy or a step-by-step routine, before the first visit.
Does a baby tooth with a cavity really need a filling?
Usually, yes. Baby teeth hold space for the adult teeth and help children chew and speak, and an untreated cavity can spread or become painful. Tooth-colored fillings repair small cavities, stainless steel crowns protect badly damaged molars, and pulp therapy can save a baby tooth when decay reaches the nerve.
Schedule Your Visit from Ferry Beach
A first checkup for your toddler or a cleaning for the whole crew is easy to arrange with a dentist near Ferry Beach who opens at 7 AM. Call (207) 282-9962 to book. Browse every neighborhood on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Saco, ME homepage to learn more about the practice.