Convenient Access from Downtown Anaheim
A straight 5-minute run up Anaheim Boulevard takes you from City Hall to Smile District Family Dentistry & Orthodontics. We are a dentist near Downtown Anaheim, in the north-central part of the same city, where general, restorative and orthodontic care all happen in one office. Civic workers, Colony District families and high school students can fit a visit in without touching a freeway.
Begin at Anaheim City Hall on South Anaheim Boulevard and drive north for about 0.9 miles. Jog west for one short block on La Palma Avenue, pick Anaheim Boulevard back up heading north, and stay on it as it becomes Lemon Street. Our office is just ahead at Orangethorpe Avenue, 1.8 miles from where you started and roughly 5 minutes away, with no tolls. The Smile District listing on Google Maps has live directions, and we also welcome patients from the Platinum Triangle and Fullerton.
Close to the Colony: Why Downtown Anaheim Patients Choose Us
Downtown Anaheim is where the city began. Fifty German-American settlers founded Anaheim in 1857, joining "Ana," from the Santa Ana River, with the German word "heim," meaning home. The original colony is still marked out by East, West, North and South streets, and it remains the city's largest mixed-use historic district.
That history is easy to see on a walk through Downtown Anaheim. The Mother Colony House, built in 1857, is the oldest remaining wood-framed building in Orange County and now stands at Founders' Park. The 1908 Carnegie Library building is part of the MUZEO museum today, and Pearson Park Amphitheatre, built in 1927, seats just over 2,000 people for summer shows.
We think of our office as a short extension of Downtown Anaheim. The route north is one familiar road, so a dental visit does not have to become a half-day trip. Residents of the Colony District can leave home, finish a cleaning and be back before the afternoon gets away from them.
Dental Care Tips for Busy Downtown Anaheim Schedules
Downtown Anaheim is a working district as much as a residential one. City Hall, the Anaheim Central Library on West Broadway and the shops and restaurants of the Center Street Promenade all sit downtown. For people who work near the civic center, finding time for the dentist is often harder than the visit itself.
The fix is usually a predictable routine. Book your next cleaning before you leave the chair, and choose a time slot you can protect each season. Our office is open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, so late-afternoon appointments are available most of the week.
Students are part of the picture too. Anaheim High School, founded in 1898, is the oldest comprehensive high school in its district and serves teens across the Colony District. Teenagers are a common age for braces and for sports-related chips, and both are handled at our office.
The Center Street Promenade is also home to the Downtown Anaheim Farmers Market. If you already head downtown for errands, or come in from Placentia or Orange, a checkup is easy to pair with the trip, since our office sits only a few minutes north.
If it has been a few years since your last checkup, you are not alone, and there is no lecture waiting for you. Your first appointment starts with a conversation about what you have noticed and what you want, followed by an exam and digital x-rays. From there, the dentist lays out what is urgent, what can be scheduled later and what simply needs watching, so you can plan care around your calendar and budget.
Small problems also grow quietly when schedules are full. A filling that feels rough, a gum line that bleeds when you floss, or a tooth that aches with cold drinks are all worth a quick look. Catching them early usually means simpler, less costly treatment.
Services for Patients Seeking a Dentist Near Downtown Anaheim
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures repair teeth that have worn down over years of busy living. Downtown Anaheim homeowners who have put off a cracked filling can have it checked and planned in one visit. Digital x-rays show the full picture before we begin.
Preventative Care
Cleanings and exams keep small issues small. Sealants and fluoride protect younger teeth, and every comprehensive exam includes an oral cancer screening. Gum disease prevention is part of each routine visit.
Emergency Dentistry
Severe toothaches, broken teeth and facial swelling call for fast care, and we offer same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental concerns like these. When a tooth cannot be saved, an emergency extraction can be done in the office. Being 5 minutes from the civic center helps when pain starts mid-shift.
Orthodontics
Braces and Invisalign are provided under the same roof as the family's general care, which means fewer referrals. Children, teens and adults are all welcome. Teens can begin treatment here and keep their regular cleanings in the same place.
Every treatment plan starts with a clear explanation. Intraoral cameras put a close-up image of the tooth on screen, so you can see a crack or a worn filling for yourself before agreeing to anything. Local anesthesia numbs the area for procedures, and each step is explained before it happens.
Looking to brighten your smile before an event at City Hall or a night out on Center Street? Zoom whitening is completed in a single visit, which suits professionals who can only spare one appointment.
Meet Your Anaheim Dental Team
Dr. Loc Doan practiced for about 10 years in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, where he helped lead four family dental practices with a colleague. He returned to California with his family and now calls Anaheim home. His colleague Dr. Emilyjane Sunga is an endodontist who handles root canal therapy here as well.
Insurance & Financing
We work with a multitude of insurance providers and file the claims for you. Before any treatment, you receive a detailed cost breakdown, so there are no surprises. Payment is accepted by all major credit cards, cash or check, and Cherry financing is described on our financing and insurance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Smile District from Downtown Anaheim, and how do I get there?
Anaheim City Hall is 1.8 miles from our office, about a 5-minute drive. Follow Anaheim Boulevard north, jog one block west on La Palma Avenue, then continue north as the boulevard becomes Lemon Street. Anyone wanting a dentist near Downtown Anaheim can make the whole trip on surface streets, with no freeway and no tolls.
How do I know whether a damaged tooth needs a filling or a crown?
It depends on how much healthy tooth remains. A small cavity or chip can usually be repaired with a filling, while a tooth with a large break or an oversized old filling often needs a crown to protect it. Digital x-rays and an intraoral camera image let you see the damage before you choose.
What should I do if I break a tooth at work?
Call the office as soon as you can. A broken or chipped tooth is assessed and treated the same day wherever possible. Until then, rinse gently with warm water, save any pieces you find, and avoid chewing on that side. A cold compress on the cheek can help if there is swelling.
Will I know what my treatment costs before you start?
Yes. Our team provides a detailed cost breakdown before treatment begins, including what your insurance is expected to cover. We process the insurance claims on your behalf. If there is a balance, you can pay by major credit card, cash or check, or apply for Cherry financing for care that insurance does not cover.
Do you offer braces for high school students?
Yes. Orthodontic care at our office covers children, teens and adults, and a first visit starts with a conversation about goals. Teens can choose traditional braces or, where suitable, Invisalign clear aligners. Because orthodontics sits under the same roof as cleanings and exams, families need fewer referrals and fewer separate trips.
Schedule Your Visit from Downtown Anaheim
When you want a dentist near Downtown Anaheim that is one straight drive up the boulevard, call 714-410-5912 or use online booking on our website. See every neighborhood and city we serve on the areas we serve page, or return to our Dentist Anaheim, CA home page.