Specialist-led, every visit
Dr. Andrea Aduna is a board-certified pediatric dentist, the highest credential in pediatric dental care. She sees every patient herself.
A boutique pediatric homeSonoma's
Sonoma's
pediatric dentist.
From wine country to a warm welcome. Dr. Andrea Aduna and the Poppy Kids team welcome Sonoma families with specialist-led pediatric dental care, from the first tooth onward.
Free Under 3Board-Certified Specialist★★★★★ Rated 5.0 from 214 Google reviews. Marin IJ Best Pediatric Dentist 2025 and 2026
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from 214 Google reviews
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stress, no rush, no judgement
The Poppy PhilosophyWhy Sonoma families
Why Sonoma families
make the drive.
A specialist-led practice built around your child, not assembly-line dentistry. Every visit is personal, paced, and a little bit fun.
Personalized experience
Custom treatment plans, favorite movies on the ceiling, and comfort items. Every detail is tailored to your child.
A space designed for kids
Premium amenities, warm wood, soft lighting, and a private consultation room. This is routine dental care that families actually look forward to.
Trust, built one visit at a time
We take time to truly know each family. Visits feel less like appointments and more like catching up with friends who happen to know teeth.
Excellence in care
Cutting-edge technology and continued education mean your child receives the most advanced, gentlest treatment available, delivered with a light touch.
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For our youngest patients
Claim ItFirst visit under age 3, completely free.
An invitation to Sonoma parents: a complimentary first dental consultation, no obligation. Bring your little one in, meet the team, see the space.
Meet Dr. AndreaBoard-certified.
Board-certified.
Locally beloved.
Dr. Andrea Aduna founded Poppy Kids to be the practice she wished her own kids could go to. It is gentle, unhurried, and built on real relationships with each family.
As a board-certified pediatric dentist, she has completed specialized training and an ongoing certification process focused entirely on pediatric dental care, from the very first tooth through the teen years.
Read Dr. Andrea’s StoryFrom Sonoma
A 40 minute drive west on Hwy 116, then south on US-101.
Sonoma parents tell us the rolling drive is part of the appointment. Wine country in the morning, gentle pediatric care by mid day.
~40 min drive
Pacheco Plaza, Novato
450 Ignacio Blvd · Just past US-101 exit 459. Ample free parking right at the plaza.
- From the Sonoma Plaza, take Hwy 116 (Arnold Dr) west.
- Merge onto US-101 South toward San Francisco.
- Take exit 459 (Ignacio Blvd) and follow signs to Pacheco Plaza.
In your neighborhood
Serving families across Sonoma
Poppy Kids is a dental home for Sonoma families throughout Sonoma County. Whether you are around the corner or a short drive away, you are always welcome here — and many parents tell us the trip to Pacheco Plaza has quietly become part of the routine.
Neighborhoods we welcome
Families come to us from all over Sonoma and the surrounding Sonoma County area.
- Boyes Hot Springs
- El Verano
- Glen Ellen
- Fetters Hot Springs
- The Springs
Schools nearby
We see kids from Sonoma-area schools and plan visits around the school day.
- Sonoma Valley High School
- Altimira Middle School
- Prestwood Elementary School
- Flowery Elementary School
Local landmarks
Familiar Sonoma landmarks and local spots.
- Historic Sonoma Plaza
- Cornerstone Sonoma
- Sonoma State Historic Park
We love our patients
What Sonoma families are saying.
Voted Best Pediatric Dentist at the Marin IJ Readers Choice Awards, 2025 and 2026.
Reviews(214)
This is such a lovely, clean and child friendly office. Very professional and welcoming.
Five stars is not enough for Poppy Kids. My son has a fear of dentistry and struggles so much in big part due to having sensory sensitivities. Other pediatrics couldn’t get x rays and said our only option was to sedate him. Poppy Kids were so patient and thorough with him. They were able to get the needed x rays. They continue to do their best and help him through each appointment but never push past his limits. They truly want this to be a positive experience. Everyone is so kind and nurturing. I highly recommend Poppy Kids!
Dr. Aduna and her team are amazing! Everyone on the team is warm and professional. Dr. Aduna has a wonderful bedside manner with both children and parents. She really takes her time to explain her thoughts and approach to pediatric dental issues. We couldn’t be more pleased with the care at Poppy Kids!
Everyone is so kind and knowledgeable! They took great care of our baby.
Prompt, courteous, friendly, and thorough. I've never seen a better dental office for kids.
Amazing staff! So kind and patient with my anxious kiddo
We loved our first visit to Poppy’s! They are so welcoming and informative. Our daughter had so much fun with all the books and stuffies they have in the exam room. They were very patient with her during the exam, which can be hard for a 19 month old. They prepared us well for what she would do (crying, which she did) and that it’s very normal. We can’t wait to come back!
Poppi Dental is an amazing pediatric dental office. The staff is so friendly, the dentist is amazing and my son feels so comfortable when he comes here!
My kids absolutely love Poppy Kids Dentist! The staff is friendly, patient, and makes every visit fun. The office is bright and welcoming, and my children actually look forward to their appointments. Highly recommend!
I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Andrea and the team at Poppy Kids Pediatric Dentistry. The attention to detail from beginning to end has felt thoughtful, caring, thorough and professional. Whether scheduling an appointment, being in the chair, talking about care plans, dealing with insurance… I and my kids always have felt important, uniquely seen, and professionally cared for — all at once, which I find unique in healthcare and dentistry. I have three kids, and Dr. Andrea approaches each of them uniquely and takes time to understand them holistically. She is up to date on best practices, which, combined with her hands-on experience with kids over the years, really makes you confident you’re getting the best possible care. I’ve been to other pediatric dentists in Marin and San Francisco, and this is the only one I completely trust AND my kids are excited for!! Definitely recommend.
The team at poppy is always amazing. Started when my girl was one and she will be 3 soon. They are caring, welcoming, and know how to build trust with the littles. 10/10 definitely recommend!
Great first dentist trip for the kiddos! The whole team was warm and friendly. Dr. Andrea never made us feel rushed and was great showing the kids her dentist outfit and all the tools. Their set up is great and the kids are now playing dentist and talking about what toy they want next time. If only they saw adults too :)
Get in touch
Three ways to reach us.
Office hours
- Monday8:30a to 5:00p
- Tuesday8:30a to 5:00p
- Wednesday8:30a to 5:00p
- Thursday8:30a to 5:00p
- FridayClosed
First-visit checklist
- ✓Insurance card (if applicable, we will handle the rest)
- ✓A favorite stuffy or comfort item
- ✓Any prior X-rays or records (we will request them too)
- ✓A list of questions. There is no such thing as too many
Questions, answered
A few things Sonoma parents ask first.
Why should your child see a board-certified pediatric dentist?
Board-certified pediatric dentists are held to the highest standards in pediatric dental care, having completed specialized training and a voluntary certification process. For Dr. Andrea Aduna, that certification reflects deep expertise and a commitment to the latest advances, which is a solid foundation for your child's lifelong oral health.
When is a good time for a child's first dental visit, and what should we expect?
The AAPD recommends an initial oral evaluation by Age 1, or within 6 months of the first tooth. Your child's first visit includes a facility tour, a gentle exam with Dr. Andrea, and time to talk through brushing, flossing, and diet. For children under three, that first appointment is complimentary.
How do Sonoma Valley families plan a visit around a 40-minute drive and Monday-to-Thursday hours?
Take the first slot of the morning. We open at 8:30 Monday through Thursday and are closed Fridays and weekends, so an 8:30 appointment means Arnold Drive to US-101 before the day gets busy and back in Sonoma by lunch. Siblings can be booked back to back, and with checkups every three to six months that is about two trips a year per child. Families from Glen Ellen and The Springs tell us the drive has become part of the routine.
My Altimira kid has a sore spot in their mouth and we are 40 minutes out. Should we drive down or wait?
Call (415) 408-5775 first and we will tell you. A dull ache that flares with cold or sweets, a small bump on the gum, or a chip with no pain can usually wait for a scheduled visit within a few days. Facial swelling, a fever with tooth pain, or pain that keeps your child up at night should be looked at the same day. And bleeding that will not stop, trouble breathing or swallowing, or a possible broken jaw means the emergency room in Sonoma, not a drive to Novato.
Sonoma summers are lemonade, stone fruit and dried apricots. What does that mean for my kid's teeth?
Frequency matters more than amount. Sipping lemonade or juice all afternoon bathes teeth in acid and sugar continuously, and dried fruit from the Sonoma Plaza farmers market sticks to molars for hours. Keep sweets and acidic drinks to mealtimes, offer water in between, and wait about 30 minutes after something acidic before brushing so softened enamel is not scrubbed away. Fluoride at your checkups helps harden enamel against exactly this.
Is 40 minutes from Sonoma worth it for a child under three when the first visit is free?
Yes. The first visit sets up everything after it: your child learns the office, Dr. Andrea sees how the first teeth are coming in and checks the ones most likely to get early cavities, and you leave with a brushing and bottle plan that fits your family. For children under three that visit is complimentary. Many Boyes Hot Springs and Prestwood families pair the 8:30 slot with a morning in Novato and are home before nap time.
Ready when you are
Give your child a smile they will love.
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