Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS Reviews

Sarah Schnee 2026.03.23

     

This practice is just about as good as it gets. Dr. Ida and her whole team are highly knowledgeable, caring, warm, always very thorough in their work, and patient. They are very proactive in identifying any potential issues, and then generous in sharing education/support and time with parents and patients. The front desk is eminently professional, and very supportive and efficient with everything from insurance issues to extensive scheduling logistics. Visiting the dentist is like a ray of sunshine - with a team this skilled and with toys throughout their office. My toddler and preschooler beg to go to the dentist!!

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Ashleigh Delmar 2026.03.18

     

They were so kind and gentle with my son’s first appointment. They took time to throughly explain everything and to acclimate him to the dentist. We look forward to coming back again and would definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for a kind pediatric dentist.

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Marie Hew 2026.03.12

     

My 8 year-old son went in for his 3-month desensitization appointment. Seaside Dental provides this service to help young children build confidence, comfort, along with positive experiences and relationships at the dental office. A couple of hours before the appointment, I got a call telling me that his regular dental hygienist wasn’t working that day. I felt confident that another hygienist would work just as well. I was very pleased that she was indeed wonderful with my son. She (I cannot remember her name unfortunately) was extremely positive, kind, deftly took her cues from my son when he was distracted, had requests or uncertain anytime during the visit. This woman is either a mom, big sister or someone who clearly understands children and effective ways to work with them. I am grateful for the diligent and supportive care Seaside Dental provides for my children. I now truly understand the importance of pediatric dental practices. I wish I had a pediatric dentist when I was a child.

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Emily Schlotterbeck 2026.03.11

     

Dr. Sam is great with my 17 month old who is much stronger with hating the dentist than he was at 10 months old! The dental assistants are great with kids, especially Kelly who patiently and enthusiastically answered all of my questions! Highly recommend Seaside Dental for little ones! They are professional, kind, and have a clean & modern office.

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Matt Wojtkun 2026.02.21

     

Found an appointment for my son the same week. Easy online registration process, and they called me the same day to confirm an appointment. The appointment was great. Dr. Ida and her staff are naturals with children and have a great setup to make them feel comfortable. I would recommend Seaside Kids Dental

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Mary Kate Wheeler 2026.02.18

     

I cannot recommend this practice enough. My daughter had a weekend dental emergency and they were available for immediate reassurance. The entire office team is so welcoming and great with kiddos!

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Nina Stasiuk 2026.02.08

     

I can’t say enough good things about Dr Ida and Seaside Kids Dental! They’ve magically been able to make my kid feel comfortable since she first starting going around 2 years old. But this weekend we had a dental emergency and their response truly went above and beyond. I had an immediate phone call response late night from Dr Ida who told us exactly how to handle the situation, and they saw us first thing the next morning. My daughter literally didn’t want to leave the office at the end of that visit because she was having so much fun with Dr Ida and Shelly. They turned a traumatic situation into a fun weekend outing. I am SO grateful for their incredible care of my daughter. Thank you Seaside team!

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Myriah Zaytoun 2026.01.31

     

I couldn’t recommend this practice more. My 4 year old absolutely DOES NOT let strangers near her, much less touch her. I had been dreading a dentist visit for a while. She screamed the whole drive there, but by within 2 minutes in the door, the she was put completely at ease by the staff, picking out books to read and playing with their toys. She got to brush a stuffy’s teeth, and they made the xray machine feel fun because she got to take pretend xrays of her dad’s teeth first. The team explained to her every step of the process, checked in with her if it was ok, and made her feel empowered and safe. She ended up loving it so much she didn’t want to leave. The next day she asked when she can go back. I’m honestly still in shock it went so well and I’m so thankful to have found this gem.

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Elizabeth Hardy 2026.01.30

     

Dr. Ida, and the staff at seaside dental are all so lovely. I’ve been taking my son there since he was just a little guy and every visit and experience has been wonderful. Dr. Ida and her staff have an amazing bedside manner and way with little kids, so happy we found her and this practice!

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Emily DeLarre 2026.01.28

     

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Julia Tian 2026.01.15

     

We have loved this dental office! When the previous owner sold the business and it became Seaside Kids Dental I was worried that it wouldn't be as good. Shouldn't have been though because we love Ida and her team just as much. Sadly, they are no longer taking Delta Dental, so we are moving to another provider, that's the only downside.

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Reply from Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS 2026.01.19

Thank you so much for your kind words Julia, and for being part of our Seaside Kids Dental family. We’re so happy to hear that you’ve had a great experience at our office—it truly means a lot to us.

We also appreciate the opportunity to clarify that while we are no longer in-network with Delta Dental, we do still accept Delta plans and are happy to help families navigate out-of-network benefits.

We wish you all the best, we'll miss your family, and will be happy to welcome you back to Seaside Kids Dental if anything changes for you in the future!

Bel 2026.01.10

     

Dr. Ida and team are knowledgeable and kind professionals whom I trust to provide the best dental care for my child. I was amazed that my child was so calm during the check-up. That says something about how they treat little ones. I am grateful I found Seaside Kids Dental.

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Elizabeth O'Hara 2026.01.08

     

The best thing I ever did was bring my kids here. They are amazing! What a wonderful staff! Super kind and patient. I couldn’t have asked for a better dentist group for my kids.

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Lei Kong 2025.12.10

     

We had such a great experience at Seaside Kids Dental. Everyone was incredibly kind and patient, and they explained every step in a way my children could understand. My children felt relaxed the whole time. Highly recommend for any parent looking for gentle, professional dental care!

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Derek Fernandez 2025.12.10

     

Super snobby no longer accepting Delta dental made my family and wife feel out of place wanted to charge us for an x-ray knowing that Delta dental was not gonna cover it. I’m glad they don’t accept my coverage no longer have to deal with them.

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Reply from Seaside Kids Dental - Ida Gorshteyn, DDS, MS 2025.12.17

Hi Derek -

Leaving Delta Dental’s network was a carefully considered decision made over the course of several years. The limitations of Delta’s contract structure makes it increasingly challenging for us to uphold the level of care and clinical standards we believe every child deserves.

Regarding x-rays, our longstanding policy is to explain recommendations in advance, including when a service may not be covered by insurance, and to give families the choice to proceed or decline. Our goal is always transparency and informed decision-making.

We are disappointed to hear that this transition and the conversation about x-rays left you feeling unwelcome, as that does not reflect our values or how we strive to treat the families we serve. We are always open to feedback and welcome you to contact our office directly if you would like to discuss your experience further.

Jen Abrams 2025.12.10

     

My kids always loved going to the dentist because this space is so pretty and the people are so nice. Kids can watch videos while having their teeth cleaned. Good tooth care, too!

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Marcella Iulo Radcliff 2025.12.03

     

All around a fantastic experience every time! It seems we never have any wait time, the office is so inviting for kids from the bright colored walls, toys in the waiting room and warm welcomes from staff. The dentists and assistants are beyond patient, and have the most gentle demeanors, it’s as if they’ve lived other lives in childcare. They are so helpful too with text reminders for busy parents. Thank you!

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Jenna Newgard 2025.11.20

     

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Alyssa Warnock 2025.11.12

     

Great service, very nice front desk and easy to work with! My kids are happy to go there.

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Amber Love Westphal 2025.11.12

     

I recently scheduled my son’s first dental appointment with Seaside Kids Dental, and I couldn’t be more impressed. I let them know that my son is autistic, and they immediately took that into thoughtful consideration. The entire team moved at his pace, making sure he felt comfortable every step of the way. They talked with him, checked in often, played with him, and turned what could have been a stressful visit into a positive and engaging experience. While they weren’t able to complete his full set of X-rays this time, their priority was to ensure that his first visit felt safe and enjoyable so that next time, he’ll know exactly what to expect and feel even more at ease. The office itself is spotless, warm, and incredibly kid-friendly. I’m so grateful for how kind and patient the staff were, and I can confidently say we’ve found our dental home for years to come.

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