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Dr. James Slaughter, DDS

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1396033643

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Contact Information

Address

842 W 7TH AVE
SUITE C&D
Corsicana, TX 75110

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Insurance Accepted

MedicaidCHIPMost dental insurance plans

About This Provider

Dr. James Slaughter is a pediatric dentist in Corsicana who has been caring for children's teeth for 15 years. He earned his dental degree from Meharry Medical College and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Louisville, making him a board-certified specialist in children's dental care. Dr. Slaughter focuses on making sure kids have a great experience at the dentist because he knows their first visit shapes how they care for their teeth for life. He handles everything from routine cleanings and fillings to more complex cases like tooth injuries, bite correction with Invisalign, and behavior management for nervous patients. Dr. Slaughter is accepting new patients and works with Medicaid, CHIP, and most dental insurance plans—plus he's known for telling silly jokes to help kids feel at home!

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology - Southern University A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA
  • Masters of Science in Clinical Dentistry - University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (Pediatric Dentistry Residency)
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery - Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 07/20/2011

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryOral surgeryTrauma managementInterceptive orthodonticsRestorative careBehavior managementSpecial needs dentistryOrthodontic emergencies

Technology & Equipment

  • Invisalign

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Dental Association
  • North Texas Dental Society
  • Dallas County Dental Society
  • Texas Academy of Dentistry
  • Southwestern Pediatric Dental Society

Awards & Recognition

  • Most Outstanding Student Award from the San Francisco Mentorship Program at the University of California
  • Frank H. Harrington Service and Leadership Award
  • Louisiana TOPS Scholar Award
  • Academic Scholarship from Southern University A&M

Beyond the Office

Known for telling silly jokes

Married to wife Jonna

Has four children: Semaj Noelle, Soleil Elise, Storie Brielle, and James IV

Enjoys traveling and playing golf

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