Kids First Pediatric Dentistry
Welcome to Kids First Pediatric Dentistry. We Guarantee We’ll Keep Your Child’s Smile Bright!
Schaumburg Pediatric Dentist
75 West Schaumburg Road
Schaumburg, IL 60194
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At Kids First, we work hard to keep your children's teeth healthy and strong with the latest equipment and methods in pediatric oral health.
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Meet the Doctors
Pediatric Dentist in Elgin and Schaumburg, IL
Dr. Matthew Karsten, DMD
Dr. Karsten is the Founder of Kids First Pediatric Dentistry. He was born and raised in the area, and it is his honor to serve the children growing up in the same community. His vision for the practice is to nurture and care for children’s oral health from infancy to adulthood.
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Dr. Cory Grathwol, DMD
Dr. Cory Grathwol is originally from northwest Ohio. He graduated from the Ohio State University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He then went on to attend dental school at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois where he received a Doctorate in Dental Medicine, while also receiving a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences.
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Meet the Team
Pediatric Dentist in Elgin and Schaumburg
The Kids First Team
Let our family take care of yours! Being a close knit team allows our strengths to shine in any situation. We truly believe that our patients make our practice what it is. Going above and beyond expectations helps us to create longstanding relationships for the patients we love. We strive to ensure that every family that walks through our doors is treated with the same compassion that we would provide for our very own children. Each member of our team understands that all kids are different, but with all our combined years of experience we have developed techniques to make your visit fun, successful, and as stress free as possible. We look forward to meeting you and your family!
Read Our Elgin and Schaumburg Dental Blog
Pediatric Dentist in Elgin and Schaumburg, IL
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Two Convenient Pediatric Dental Offices
Pediatric Dentist in Elgin and Schaumburg, IL
1640 Capital St., Ste 500 • Elgin, IL 60124
75 West Schaumburg Road, • Schaumburg, IL 60194
We proudly serve Elgin, South Elgin, Bartlett, Streamwood, West Dundee, Gilberts, Lake in the Hills, Huntley, Hampshire, Roselle, Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates.