Dr. Stephen Patrick Girdlestone, D.D.S

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1295803542

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Contact Information

Address

3801 WHIPPLE AVE NW
SUITE 4
Canton, OH 44718

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Fax

(330) 491-8888

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Insurance Accepted

Care CreditYes, You Can Program

Patient Rating

4.7/ 5.0(59 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Stephen Girdlestone is a board-certified pediatric dentist serving the Canton area with over 20 years of experience caring for infants, children, and teens. He earned his dental degree from Case Western Reserve University and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry, making him an expert in helping young patients feel comfortable during their visits. Dr. Girdlestone and his child-friendly team focus on cavity prevention and treatment, dental sedation options, and building healthy habits that last a lifetime. He is an active member of major dental organizations, serves on staff at local hospitals, and has been recognized as a Community Choice Award winner for two years in a row. Dr. Girdlestone is now accepting new patients and offers flexible payment options including Care Credit and the Yes, You Can Program.

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Education & Training

  • Pediatric Dentistry Certificate, Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, Texas (1999-2001)
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio (1992-1996)
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) Chemistry, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio (1988-1992)

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (2002)

Credential: D.D.S

NPI registered: 12/02/2006

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryDental care for infants and childrenDental care for teensCavity preventionCavity treatmentDental sedationOral sedationGeneral anesthesia

Professional Memberships

  • American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Dental Association

Awards & Recognition

  • Back to Back Winner 2022-2023
  • Community Choice Award
  • Army Commendation Medal (multiple)
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • U.S. Army Health Professional Scholarship Recipient (1995)

Beyond the Office

Hospital Staff at Aultman Hospital

Hospital Staff at Mercy Medical Center

Financial assistance programs participation (Care Credit and Yes, You Can Program)

Active member of dental fraternity philanthropic activities

Honorably discharged from the United States Army at the rank of Major

Served military deployments including National Training Center (Fort Irwin, California) and Kuwait

President of dental fraternity Delta Sigma Delta (1995-1996)

Served as 1st Delegate of American Student Dental Association (1995-1996)

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