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Dr. Vaibhav Jagad, Pediatric Dentist

Gentle, prevention-focused dental care that helps children feel safe, from the first visit onward.

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Dr. Vaibhav Jagad

Pediatric Dentist

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Dr. Vaibhav Jagad is a pediatric dentist at Happy Hoppers Pediatric Dentistry and Braces in Methuen, MA. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Boston University and focuses on gentle, preventive care for children, from routine checkups to more complex needs. He has a gift for helping even the most nervous children feel safe, seen, and cared for.

Education and Training

Dr. Jagad began his journey in India, where he first trained as a dentist. After practicing there, he moved to the United States and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Boston University He started his career in general dentistry, then discovered his true passion working with children, drawn to their curiosity and to the chance to help families protect their children’s oral health from an early age. That passion led him to focus on pediatric dentistry, along with hospital-based dental training that prepared him to care for children with a wide range of needs.

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Credentials and Professional Memberships

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Areas of Focus

Compassionate pediatric dental care designed to keep every child’s smile healthy, happy, and growing strong.

Preventive Care

Dr. Jagad focuses on prevention and education, helping children build healthy habits early so problems are caught before they grow.

Gentle Care for Nervous Children

He is known for putting anxious children at ease, and offers sedation options when a child needs extra help to feel calm.

Complete Pediatric Dentistry

From cleanings and fillings to crowns and emergencies, he provides the full range of children's dental care.

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Care Built on Comfort and Trust

Dr. Jagad believes every child deserves compassionate, high-quality care that sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. His approach centers on education, prevention, and creating positive dental experiences, so children leave feeling confident rather than fearful. For parents, that means clear guidance and a dentist who treats their child with patience and warmth.

Outside ther Office

Outside of work, Dr. Jagad enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He also likes being outdoors, hiking and biking, and relaxing with a good book and a cup of coffee.

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Book Your Child's Visit with Dr. Jagad

Whether it is a first checkup or a returning visit, Dr. Jagad and our team make it gentle and unhurried. Call us and we will find a time that works, often the same week. New patients are always welcome.

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Visit Us

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

Where did Dr. Jagad train?

Dr. Jagad first trained as a dentist in India, then earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Boston University. He has advanced training in pediatric and hospital-based dental care.

By your child’s first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth. Early visits help children get comfortable and let Dr. Jagad catch issues early. Learn more on our Preventive Care page.

Yes. Dr. Jagad is known for calming anxious children, and offers sedation options when a child needs extra support. See our Sedation Dentistry page.

Help Your Child Feel at Ease

If your child dreads the dentist, sedation can change that. Call us to talk through the options, often with a same-week appointment.
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