Purple Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Braces

Pediatric Dentist & Braces in Mt Holly, NC

Calm, playful dental care and in-house braces for kids, from the first tooth to the teen years.

Hours of Operations: Mon, Tue & Thu 8AM – 4:45PM • Wed 8AM – 2PM • Fri 8AM – 4PM
(Closed Saturday & Sunday)

At Purple Tooth Dental

Our team is dedicated to your
Childs comfort, and convience.

Dr. Jon has set out to perfect the patient experience. The team here at Purple Tooth Dental delivers an experience unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. The office is designed to be relaxing for the entire family. We have your classic large rooms for the older children, and we

have seperate sections designed for families looking for a more child focused ambiance.

The goal of our office design is to calm our patients, and eleminate the fear and anxiety that is tradionally associated with going to the dentist.

Under one roof, Dr. Jon and our team provide pediatric dentistry from a baby’s first tooth through the teen years, braces and clear aligners, and tongue-tie and lip-tie release. We’re in-network with Delta Dental and accept Medicaid, and our dental insurance page explains exactly what that covers.

Child smiling during pediatric dental visit at Purple Tooth Dental Mt Holly NC

Care From the First Tooth to the Teen Years

Early visits matter. According to the CDC’s 2024 Oral Health Surveillance Report, nearly 1 in 5 children ages 6 to 8 has at least one untreated cavity in their baby teeth. Regular checkups help us find small problems early, while they are easier to treat.

Our infant oral health exams welcome children as soon as that first tooth appears, and we continue with cleanings, exams, and preventive care as your child grows. When the time is right, we offer traditional braces and clear aligners in the same office your family already knows.

Pediatric Dentistry

Checkups, cleanings, fillings, and preventive care in a setting built for kids, including kids’ exams and cleanings.

Braces and Clear Aligners

Metal braces, self-ligating braces, and aligners for kids and teens, with teen orthodontics and cleanings handled at the same visit.

Tongue-Tie and Airway Care

Gentle evaluation for babies and children when a tie or breathing pattern affects feeding, sleep, or speech, including an airway evaluation.

500+

Braces patients treated by Dr. Jon

7 to 10

Fewer visits with braces and cleanings together

Ages 1 to 3

Get their own Happy Room

Why Mt Holly Families Choose Purple Tooth

Parents tell us the small details make the biggest difference. Here is what sets our office apart.

Purple Tooth Happy Room designed for toddlers ages one to three years old

A Happy Room for Our Youngest Patients

Children ages one to three get their exams in our Happy Room for toddlers, a space with a couch, games, and nothing that looks like a dental office. Kids play while we talk with parents, so they stay relaxed and often do not realize they are at the dentist.

We Try In-Office Treatment First

Some offices refer many children to the hospital for dental work. We try in-office treatment first whenever it is a safe option, and many children can complete their care right here in a familiar setting.

Braces and Cleanings in Fewer Visits

Because Dr. Jon provides braces in our pediatric office, we can often pair orthodontic adjustments with cleanings. Families may save 7 to 10 visits over the course of treatment, which means fewer trips and less missed school.

A Bilingual Team

Dr. Jon lived abroad for more than eight years in Spain, Mexico, and across Latin America, and he speaks Spanish fluently. Most of our team speaks Spanish too, so families can ask questions in the language they are most comfortable with.

Dr. Jon Kacz pediatric dentist at Purple Tooth Dental in Mt Holly NC

Meet Dr. Jon

Dr. Jonathan Kaczmarski, DMD, known to families as Dr. Jon, graduated from UNC and later completed a pediatric dental residency in New York. His training covered complex pediatric cases, patient safety, sedation, behavior management, and orthodontics, including full braces cases with the orthodontics department.

He has presented on pediatric restorations in English and Spanish at the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry in Mexico (2019) and South Africa (2025), and at the Latin American Association of Pediatric Dentists in El Salvador (2020). He also helped create WakeSmiles, a volunteer dental office in Raleigh.

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What's Happening at Purple Tooth

Our office changes with the seasons. Throughout the year, we transform the lobby with themed displays, photo spots, and our seasonal mascot, and kids head home with fun yard signs for the front lawn. Follow along on social media to see what is coming up next.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Insurance and Payment Options

We keep the cost of care clear before treatment begins. Choose the option that fits your family to see the details.

We are in-network with Delta Dental and accept Medicaid for eligible children. We can also submit records to check whether braces are covered.

CareCredit and in-house payment plans help spread the cost of your child’s care into manageable payments.

No dental insurance? Our savings plan gives families another way to save on their children’s care.

Our front desk team is happy to review your benefits with you before your child’s visit so there are no surprises.

Purple Tooth Pediatric Dentistry exterior Mt Holly North Carolina dental office

Serving Families Across Gaston County

Our office at 112 Woodlawn Ave in Mt Holly is a short drive for families throughout the area, and many parents travel from neighboring towns for our kid-friendly care and in-house braces. Choose your town to learn more:

Purple Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Braces
Mt Holly, NC  ·  Pediatric & Orthodontic Care
Phone Same-day emergency appointments available
Address Gaston County
Office Hours
Mon & Tue8:00 AM - 4:45 PM Wed8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Thu8:00 AM - 4:45 PM Fri8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Accepting new patients  ·  In-network: Delta Dental & Medicaid

Schedule a Visit With Purple Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Braces

From a baby’s first checkup to a teen’s braces, Purple Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Braces gives Mt Holly families one calm, fun place for their children’s care. Dr. Jon’s pediatric residency training, in-house orthodontics, and our bilingual clinical and office team help children feel comfortable from the moment they arrive.

We are in-network with Delta Dental, accept Medicaid, and offer flexible payment options for families. When you are ready, book your child’s appointment online and our team can help you find a time that fits your schedule.

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