Paula Leelannee Coates

Bowie families have long turned to pediatric dentists when routine checkups feel less like a chore and more like a smooth part of growing up. Paula Leelannee Coates makes that shift easier for kids in the Mitchellville Road corridor, where the office sits just off the main strip at 3060 Mitchellville Rd #108.

Specializing in early dental care, the practice handles everything from first cleanings to sealants and fluoride treatments without the usual fuss. Parents appreciate the way preventive visits are framed—less about cavities, more about setting habits that last. Orthodontic assessments and gentle restorations round out the services, all delivered in language that keeps young patients from tuning out.

Finding the right fit for a child’s dental home often comes down to small details: how questions are answered, whether the staff speaks in a way kids actually understand. Paula Leelannee Coates keeps the focus on those practical touches, leaving the flashy extras to other clinics. It’s the kind of place where a six-year-old might actually ask when the next appointment is.

When it’s time to schedule, call (301) 218-8810. Directions are straightforward—map here.