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About Happy Hoppers Pediatric Dentistry and Braces

A husband-and-wife team bringing pediatric dentistry and orthodontics together under one roof in Methuen

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A Family Practice, Built by a Family

Happy Hoppers has cared for families across the Merrimack Valley since 2017. We are a private, family-run practice, not a corporate chain, which means the doctors who treat your child are the same people who own and run the office. That continuity matters. Your child sees familiar faces, their history follows them, and decisions about their care are made by the people who know them.

Bringing a pediatric dentist and a board-certified orthodontist into one office was a deliberate choice. It means a child can move from routine checkups to braces, Invisalign, or early orthodontic care without being referred across town, and without starting over with a new team.

Built by a Family
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Gentle Care That
Puts Children First

Our approach is simple: treat every child like our own. We focus on prevention and education first, helping children build healthy habits early so problems are caught before they grow. Visits are calm, patient, and unhurried, because a child who feels safe at the dentist becomes an adult who keeps up with their care.

For parents, that means clear explanations, honest recommendations, and a team that takes the time to answer your questions.

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Why Families Choose Happy Hoppers

Families choose Happy Hoppers for compassionate dentists, personalized treatment, advanced technology, and a fun, welcoming environment where children and adults receive exceptional dental care with comfort and confidence.
Two specialists, one roof

A pediatric dentist and a board-certified orthodontist in the same family-run office, so dental and orthodontic care stay connected.

Airway-focused orthodontics

Dr. Kotak has published on airway and jaw health and offers airway-focused care that few local practices provide, looking at how a child breathes and sleeps, not just how their teeth line up.

Care that grows with your child

One trusted team from the first baby tooth through braces and Invisalign in the teenage years.

Easy to start, easy to trust

Same-week appointments, MassHealth and most insurances accepted, and a free consultation to begin.

Meet the Doctors
Behind Happy Hoppers

Happy Hoppers was founded by a husband-and-wife team who bring two specialties together for the families they serve.

Dr. Bhoomi Kotak
Dr. Bhoomi Kotak

Board-Certified Orthodontist

Dr. Kotak is a board-certified orthodontist with a focus on early treatment, Invisalign, and airway-focused care. She has published on airway and jaw health and brings a careful, detail-driven eye to every treatment plan, balancing how a smile looks with how it functions. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Board of Orthodontics, and the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists.

Dr. Vaibhav Jagad
Dr. Vaibhav Jagad

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Jagad helps children feel safe, seen, and cared for. With advanced training in pediatric dentistry and hospital-based dental care, he puts even the most nervous children at ease, from routine checkups to more complex needs. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

 

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Take a Look Inside Our
Methuen Office

Our office was built with children in mind: bright, cheerful, and welcoming, so visits feel less like a clinic and more like a place kids do not mind coming back to. Take a look around.

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Trusted, Credentialed Care
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Follow Along with the Parent Dentist Duo

Dr. Bhoomi and Dr. Vaibhav share real tips on kids’ teeth, braces, and healthy smiles with a community of parents on Instagram. Take a look, then follow along.

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Visit Us in Methuen

Happy Hoppers is based in Methuen and welcomes families from across the Merrimack Valley. We are a short drive from Haverhill, Andover, North Andover, Lawrence, Dracut, Tewksbury, Salem NH, and Lowell.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the dentists at Happy Hoppers?

Happy Hoppers is run by a husband-and-wife team: Dr. Vaibhav Jagad, a pediatric dentist, and Dr. Bhoomi Kotak, a board-certified orthodontist. They founded the practice and treat patients themselves.

Yes. We are a private, family-run practice in Methuen, not a corporate chain, so the doctors who own the office are the ones who care for your child.

We care for children from their first baby tooth through the teenage years, and we offer orthodontic treatment for teens and adults as well.

We are at 60 East Street, Suite 2500, Methuen, MA 01844, and we welcome families from across the Merrimack Valley, including Haverhill, Andover, and Lawrence.

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Ready to Meet the Team?

Booking your child's first visit is simple. Call us and our team will find a time that works, often the same week. New patients are always welcome.