Welcome to Smiles in Motion Pediatric Dentistry in La Crosse
Meet Dr. Amanda Spitz
It was during my pediatric rotation in dental school that I quickly felt “at home”. Building relationships and helping children and their families with their oral health needs brought me tremendous joy and satisfaction. It was then that I decided to further my education and specialize in pediatric dentistry. Providing dental care to children can be challenging, but it is also very rewarding to help them through their dental experiences, watch them grow and gain confidence in the dental setting, and learn to value their oral health from a very young age.
I founded Smiles in Motion in 2008. I built and opened the doors to our first office in Chippewa Falls, WI in 2009 with a vision to provide exceptional experiences with the highest quality of care possible in amazing environments. I have created warm and fun child-centered dental clinics throughout the Chippewa and St. Croix Valley that I hope will inspire children and their families and make them feel at ease. Our team is committed to providing high quality and compassionate dental care to all the communities we serve.
I feel very honored to work with such talented and committed pediatric dentists and team members. We have the absolute greatest people who work at Smiles in Motion! When I’m with patients, I love interacting with children of all ages; they are truly amazing and make my heart full.
La Crosse
1200 Main St.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Mon — Fri 8:00am — 4:00pm
Our La Crosse office is located at 1200 Main St., La Crosse, WI 54601.
Our dental clinics are designed with kids in mind
At Smiles in Motion, we put your child first. By making kids happy and collaborating with parents, we can build positive attitudes about dentistry that last a lifetime.
We can’t wait to meet you! Here’s what you can expect
Infant visit (age one)
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends seeing a dentist for the first time by age one–even the tiniest of teeth need professional care. Your pediatric specialist will assess the growth and development of your child’s mouth (including any thumb-sucking or pacifier habits) and provide tips to help you keep their smile clean and healthy.
Toddlers and preschoolers
We do not expect your child to sit in a dental chair on their own or fully cooperate until at least preschool age, and it’s perfectly normal for young children to cry. Don’t worry, we’ve got this! Your care provider will likely perform a lap-to-lap or knee-to-knee examination with a parent or caregiver’s help, providing reassurance along the way.
Elementary to young adult
These are critical years for building a positive attitude about dental care, so we do everything we can to make your child feel welcome and comfortable during their visit. Your pediatric dentist will explain things in age-appropriate terms and show the instruments they’ll be using. And of course, parents are always welcome in the room.
Our patients tell us what brings a smile to their faces
Hakley S.
I love the overall experience Smiles in Motion provides for my child, from the playset to the friendly staff, to the token at the end! I have total confidence in the dentists and staff.
Ronald R.
I love how comfortable Smiles in Motion makes my child at his appointments and that he has clean, healthy teeth!
Asha B.
My favorite part about Smiles in Motion is the team, they are simply the best!
Nora S.
They were so great when I had to bring my daughter in for an emergency visit. They made her feel so comfortable and went above and beyond for us. My daughter loved the "fun floor" and climbing cubbies.
Owen S.
I love how patient and kind Smiles in Motion is with our children, and they love watching a show during their visit!
Esme T.
Esme loves to get her teeth cleaned! The staff are all very friendly and professional.
Natalie U.
I love how great the team is with my kids! They are so fast and efficient. My favorite part is knowing that I am building great dental care habits for my kids that will last them their lifetime!
Karter S.
I love how kind and caring they are. My favorite part about my dental care is having healthy teeth!
Brianna P.
I love the concern and compassion the Smiles in Motion team shows for kids. It's great to know their teeth are being taken care of.
Eleanor T.
Smiles in Motion knows how to make a dental visit fun and not scary! My child loves getting their teeth cleaned while watching her favorite shows.
Elijah W.
I love how whether my child is receiving routine care of a special procedure, they go above and beyond to communicate before, during, and after. I know my kids are receiving the best care.
Theo N.
I love how adaptive Smiles in Motion is to each little ones needs and their willingness to listen to parent concerns! The staff is great at making my kids feel safe and less scared during their visit.
Cameron F.
I love the care and patience they have for children. My daughter loves having her teeth cleaned!
Lila W.
The staff do their very best to make my children's dental experience a positive one. The environment is even kid friendly!
Noah S.
My son is nervous when he goes in and the Smiles in Motion team knows exactly what to do to calm him. He’s usually disappointed that we have to leave! They do a good job and are very thorough, explaining every detail as they go.
Mazie C
I love that the office is setup for kids! Sometimes mine don’t want to leave after their appointments. My favorite part is the ability of SIM to communicate possible future needs of my kids in an easy to comprehend manner.
Maverick S.
The SIM team is helpful, kind and answer any and all questions I have.
Ryker S.
I love the play place and being able to watch my favorite show during my dental cleaning! My favorite part is is getting coins so I can win a prize!
Emma and Evelynn H.
I love how nice and accommodating everyone is no matter the purpose of our visit. My kids' favorite part of their visit is the slide and being able to watch a movie!
Making a difference in our communities
Smiles in Motion cares deeply about the communities we serve. Learn more about our community involvement and giving efforts.