About Us

At Pediatric Dentistry of Beckley, we truly love taking care of our community's little smiles. Our mission is to keep their mouths healthy, teach great dental habits, and make dental appointments easy and comfortable for families. Read on to learn more about our “kids first” approach and dedication to pediatric dentistry, or schedule a visit to see the difference for yourself.

Dr. Southall was born and raised in nearby Fairmont, West Virginia. From an early age, she had an interest in science. When she got orthodontic treatment as a teen, she found the process fascinating and decided on dentistry as her career. Above all else, Dr. Southall was drawn to how dentists were able to make a real difference in the lives of their patients.

Dr. Southall went to West Virginia University for her B.S. in biology and then attended the WVU School of Dentistry for her dental degree. During this time, she fell in love with pediatric dentistry and decided she was meant to work with kids.

After graduating with her dental degree, Dr. Southall went to Ohio State University for a one-year pediatric dental service fellowship. After that, she obtained her Pediatric Dentistry Certificate and MDS from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC).

As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Southall loves being able to make a positive impact on her patient’s lives, watch them grow, and set them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Her goal is to make dentistry fun, stress-free, and less intimidating for kids of all ages.

When she’s not hard at work at Pediatric Dentistry of Beckley, Dr. Southall loves hiking and searching the great outdoors of West Virginia for the very best waterfalls. She also loves finding new local coffee shops, cooking up delicious dishes at home, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

What To Expect

After checking in with our front office team, you and your child can relax until it’s time for their visit. One of our team members will bring you and your little one back to one of our comfortable operating rooms.

Then, Dr. Southall will perform a comprehensive oral exam. If necessary, our team will take X-rays to look for signs of hidden oral health issues, too. Dr. Southall will discuss her results with you, and whether your child needs any further treatment beyond their next routine six-month checkup.

After their exam, one of our dental hygienists will clean, floss, and polish your child’s teeth to leave them squeaky clean. Then, you’ll need to stop by our front desk once more before you leave to schedule their next appointment. That’s it!

What to Bring

It’s a good idea to bring a couple of toys and/or a comfort item with you for your child’s first appointment. Beyond that, you’ll also need:

• A credit or debit card
• Insurance card (if applicable)
• Past dental records (if available)
• Medication list/health history

We’re proud members of the Beckley community. It’s an honor and a privilege to be able to care for the children of our friends and neighbors. 

But we’re looking for other ways to become involved in the community, too! If you have any ideas for charitable partnerships or local sponsorships, please get in touch. The Pediatric Dentistry of Beckley team would love to hear from you.