About Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics · Fort Worth
Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a Fort Worth, TX pediatric dental and orthodontic practice owned by Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS. The office treats children from their first tooth through age 18, offering preventive care, restorative work, orthodontics, sedation dentistry, and same-day emergency appointments in a kid-friendly environment. With 4.9 stars across more than 400 Google reviews, the practice serves families across south Fort Worth and surrounding communities including Mansfield, Kennedale, and Burleson.
Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, located at 3050 Sycamore School Road in Fort Worth, TX 76133, is a privately-held pediatric dental and orthodontic office owned and led by Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS, a board-eligible specialist in pediatric dentistry who earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at The Ohio State University (dean's list, president of the OSU Dental Entrepreneur Society, co-founder of La Clinica Latina) before completing a two-year pediatric specialty residency at SUNY Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo. Dr. Katie Freeman, a board-certified orthodontist (American Board of Orthodontics) trained at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry and the University of Florida orthodontic residency, leads the in-house orthodontics program. The practice serves children from their first tooth through age 18, with a comprehensive menu that includes preventive cleanings, mercury-free fillings, protective sealants, fluoride/mineral treatments, pulpotomies ('baby root canals'), gentle extractions, custom athletic mouthguards, sedation dentistry (laughing gas and IV sedation), traditional metal braces, SmartClip self-ligating braces, Invisalign clear aligners, two-phase early orthodontic treatment, space maintainers, cosmetic bonding, teeth whitening, tongue-tie treatment, and same-day emergency pediatric dental appointments. Sycamore Smiles accepts Medicaid (including plans for foster children) and offers family-friendly specials such as free new-patient exams for children under 3 and free orthodontic consultations. The practice sits next to the Fort Worth Adventist Junior Academy at the intersection of McCart Avenue and Sycamore School Road, and draws patients from neighborhoods including Candleridge, Meadowbrook, Wedgwood, South Meadows Crossing, Westcliff, Hulen Heights, Willowcreek, Kingswood Place, Hallmark-Camelot, Mansfield, Kennedale, Edgecliff, and Primrose.
- Owner
- Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS — owner and lead pediatric dentist
- Serves
- Greater Fort Worth, TX including Candleridge, Meadowbrook, Wedgwood, South Meadows Crossing, Westcliff, Rendon, Hulen Heights, Willowcreek, Kingswood Place, Meadows of Candleridge, Hallmark-Camelot, Mansfield, Kennedale, Edgecliff, and Primrose.
- Rating
- 4.9 stars (510 reviews on Birdeye aggregating Google) — site also advertises '400+ Google Reviews · 4.9 stars'
About Sycamore Smiles
Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a privately owned Fort Worth practice serving children from the time they cut their first tooth until age 18. Led by owner Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS, the office combines a complete array of pediatric dental services with kid-friendly techniques in a warm, welcoming environment. The practice's stated mission is to make every visit comfortable enough to help young patients maintain a positive relationship with dentistry for life.
- Owner: Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS
- Orthodontist: Dr. Katie Freeman (American Board of Orthodontics board-certified)
- Treats ages first tooth through 18
- Same-day emergency appointments available during office hours (M–F)
Meet the Doctors
Owner and lead pediatric dentist Dr. Justin R. Warcup earned his DDS at The Ohio State University (dean's list), was president of the OSU Dental Entrepreneur Society and co-founded La Clinica Latina to provide dental care to an underserved community. He then completed a two-year pediatric specialty residency at SUNY Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo, gaining extensive experience with dental trauma, medically compromised patients, and special-needs children. Dr. Warcup practiced in Arizona before settling in Texas with his wife and four children, and is active in community youth leadership — coaching sports teams, leading scouting groups, and mentoring Fort Worth youth.
- Dr. Justin R. Warcup, DDS — Owner / Lead Pediatric Dentist
- DDS, The Ohio State University (Dean's List)
- Two-year Pediatric Specialty Residency, SUNY Buffalo / Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo
- Co-founder, OSU La Clinica Latina
- Active in Fort Worth youth leadership, scouting, and coaching
Dr. Katie Freeman — Orthodontist
Dr. Katie Freeman is a board-certified orthodontist originally from the Texas Hill Country. She completed her undergraduate studies at Texas A&M as a National Merit Finalist and Presidential Endowed Scholar, earned her DDS at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry (receiving the Kerney Laday Scholarship and induction into Omicron Kappa Upsilon), and completed her orthodontic residency at the University of Florida in 2019 as Chief Resident and national finalist for the Eugene L. Gottlieb JCO Student of the Year Award. Her training covered complex and interdisciplinary cases, special-needs care, and craniofacial orthodontics.
- Board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics
- Orthodontic Residency, University of Florida (Chief Resident)
- DDS, Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry
- BS with Honors, Texas A&M (Presidential Endowed Scholar)
- Provides two-phase orthodontic treatment, traditional braces, SmartClip braces, and Invisalign/clear aligners
Pediatric Dental Services
Dr. Warcup and his pediatric dental team offer comprehensive kids' dental care under one roof, from first-visit checkups through restorative and emergency treatment. The office recommends a child's first pediatric visit before their first birthday, in line with American Academy of Pediatric Dentists' guidance, and follows a six-month preventive recall schedule.
- Your Child's First Visit (recommended before age 1)
- Child-Safe Mercury-Free Dental Fillings
- Pulpotomy ('Baby Root Canal')
- Gentle Tooth Extractions
- Dental Protection for Sports & Athletic Activities (custom mouthguards)
Preventive Kids Dentistry
Sycamore Smiles follows the AAPD recommendation of a preventive check-up every six months. Cleanings are paired with protective sealants on back molars and a brush-on teeth-strengthening mineral (fluoride) treatment designed to shield enamel from decay. The team notes that studies show 88% of cavities in American school-aged children are caused by food and bacteria caught in rear molars.
- Twice-yearly preventive check-ups
- Protective pediatric dental sealants
- Teeth-strengthening mineral (fluoride) application
Sedation Dentistry
To relieve dental anxiety and accommodate children who need extra help sitting still, the practice offers safe, gentle sedation options for pediatric dental patients.
- Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide) — for routine anxiety relief
- IV Sedation — for more complex or anxious cases
Orthodontics
Sycamore Smiles provides both early (two-phase) orthodontic treatment and full adolescent orthodontics, including traditional braces, SmartClip self-ligating braces, Invisalign clear aligners, space maintainers, and post-braces retainers. The office highlights a free orthodontic consultation (a $300 value) as a limited-time offer.
- Phase I & Phase II Orthodontic Treatment
- Invisalign® Clear Aligners
- Traditional Metal Braces
- SmartClip™ Self-Ligating Braces
- Space Maintainers for prematurely lost baby teeth
- Custom Retainers after braces
- FREE Orthodontic Consultation (limited time, $300 value)
Cosmetic Dentistry
For teen patients wanting to enhance their smile, the office provides cosmetic dental bonding and professional teeth-whitening options.
- Dental Bonding
- Teeth Whitening
Root Canal Therapy
When decay reaches the nerve of a child's tooth, Dr. Warcup performs pulpotomy ('baby root canal') procedures to save the healthy portion of the tooth and relieve pain, preventing the infection from spreading to the rest of the body.
- Pulpotomy / Baby Root Canal
- Full Root Canal Therapy
Emergency Pediatric Dentist
Sycamore Smiles commits to same-day emergency appointments for children experiencing tooth pain, oral accidents, or dental injuries during weekday office hours (Monday–Friday). Care covers severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, and other urgent dental needs.
- Same-Day Emergency Appointments (M–F, during office hours)
- Treatment for severe toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, oral injuries
Office Hours, Location & Access
The office at 3050 Sycamore School Road is conveniently located next to the Fort Worth Adventist Junior Academy, near the Walgreens and 7-Eleven at the intersection of McCart Avenue and Sycamore School Road. The practice serves families across the greater Fort Worth area, including south Fort Worth neighborhoods and nearby cities such as Mansfield and Kennedale.
- Address: 3050 Sycamore School Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76133
- Phone: (817) 370-0021
- Hours: Mon–Thu 8:00am–5:00pm; Fri 8:00am–12:00pm; Sat/Sun Closed
- Landmarks: Next to Fort Worth Adventist Junior Academy; intersection of McCart Ave & Sycamore School Rd
Insurance, Medicaid & Special Offers
Sycamore Smiles participates in a range of dental insurance plans and explicitly accepts Medicaid — including Medicaid plans that cover foster children. The office runs family-friendly promotions throughout the year to lower barriers to a child's first dental visit.
- Accepts Medicaid (including plans covering foster children)
- FREE New Patient Exam for children under 3 (valid for uninsured new patients)
- FREE Orthodontic Consultation (limited time, $300 value)
Meet Our Team
The Sycamore Smiles team is described as 'full of energy and compassion,' chosen for both clinical capability and commitment to providing quality care. Roles across the practice include operations leadership, an ortho team manager, dental hygienists, lead dental assistants, a practice administrator, a patient coordinator, and an insurance coordinator.
- Stacie – SVP of Operations
- Rosalinda – Ortho Team Manager
- Alma – Dental Hygienist
- Christina – Lead Dental Assistant
- Roxana – Practice Administrator
- Scarlett – Patient Coordinator
- Angela – Insurance Coordinator
Serving Greater Fort Worth, TX
Many of Sycamore Smiles' patients come from surrounding communities throughout the greater Fort Worth, TX area. The About / Serving page lists every neighborhood and city the practice regularly draws families from.
- Candleridge
- Meadowbrook
- Wedgwood
- South Meadows Crossing
- Westcliff
- Rendon
- Hulen Heights
- Willowcreek
- Kingswood Place
- Meadows of Candleridge
- Hallmark-Camelot
- Mansfield
- Kennedale
- Edgecliff
- Primrose