Convenient Access from Buena Park
From Buena Park City Hall it's a quick freeway hop, usually 8 minutes, to Smile District Family Dentistry & Orthodontics in north-central Anaheim. Larger households looking for a dentist in Buena Park, CA can bring parents, teens and younger kids to one office for cleanings, braces and repairs. That saves the extra driving that comes with juggling several practices.
Leave City Hall on Beach Boulevard and pick up I-5 south for a short stretch, then take the connector to SR-91 east. Stay on the 91 for about 2.4 miles, exit toward Anaheim Boulevard, and continue onto Lemon Street heading north to Orangethorpe Avenue. The full drive is 5.3 miles, with no tolls along the way. Save Smile District on Google Maps for easy directions, and see our pages for La Palma and West Anaheim nearby.
A Good Match for Buena Park's Busy Households
Buena Park began in 1885, when Chicago wholesale grocer James A. Whitaker bought 690 acres of the old Rancho Los Coyotes from Abel Stearns. He founded the town two years later, and it incorporated as a city on January 27, 1953. City Hall, built in 1958, still stands on Beach Boulevard.
Today 84,034 people live here (2020 census), and households are on the large side, averaging about 3.3 people. More than a third of homes include children under 18, and slightly more than half are owner-occupied. In practice, that means a lot of family calendars full of school, sports and work.
A dental office that can see the whole household makes those calendars easier. Instead of one office for the kids' cleanings, another for a teen's braces and a third for a parent's crown, everything happens at a single address. Orthodontics sits under the same roof as general care, which means fewer referrals.
The city also has strong civic anchors. The Buena Park Library District on La Palma Avenue is one of only two library districts in Orange County, and the Buena Park Metrolink station, opened in 2007 with a clock tower nearly 70 feet tall, serves two Metrolink lines. Neighbors in Cypress and Fullerton share many of the same roads, and Beach Boulevard, I-5 and SR-91 tie the area together.
Our hours help too. We are open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and on Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and online booking is available on our website.
Dental Tips for Buena Park Parents and Kids
Children make up about one in five Buena Park residents, so growing smiles are a big part of family dental care here. Sealants and fluoride are simple ways to protect young teeth from decay. Steady checkups also let us watch how adult teeth come in and whether a bite might benefit from orthodontic care.
The city is served by seven different school districts, from Buena Park School District in the north to Centralia, Cypress, Magnolia and Savanna in the rest of town. Whatever school your kids attend, after-school appointments until 6:00 PM on Monday through Thursday make checkups easier to fit around the bell schedule.
Outdoor time is part of life here as well. Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, a 104-acre OC Parks site at the foot of the Coyote Hills, has ball fields, trails and an interpretive center with fossils from the region's prehistoric past. Active kids sometimes chip a tooth, and a broken or chipped tooth is assessed and treated the same day wherever possible.
Teens are a separate stage of their own. Braces, sports and busier social lives all change how teeth need to be cared for. Good habits, like brushing around brackets, limiting sugary drinks and protecting teeth during contact sports, pay off most in these years. Checkups are a natural time to reinforce them before teens head off to college or work.
Parents deserve attention too. Adults often put their own care last while they keep up with the kids. Booking your own cleaning when you book theirs keeps adult checkups from slipping.
Family Services From a Dentist in Buena Park, CA's Neighborhood
Preventative Care
Professional cleanings, exams, fluoride and sealants keep the whole family's teeth on track. Every comprehensive exam includes an oral cancer screening for adults. Gum disease prevention is part of each routine visit.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns and bridges repair teeth damaged by decay or injury. Dentures and partials restore missing teeth for older relatives. Digital x-rays help pinpoint exactly what needs repair.
Orthodontics
Early orthodontic care for children, plus treatment for teens and adults, is offered here. Families can choose traditional braces or Invisalign clear aligners depending on the case. Orthodontic care sits beside the family's regular cleanings at the same office.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, veneers and smile makeovers help adults feel confident in family photos and at work. Zoom whitening is completed in a single visit. Every cosmetic plan begins with a conversation about your goals.
Emergency Dentistry
Severe toothaches, broken teeth and facial swelling need prompt care. We offer same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental concerns, about 8 minutes from Buena Park City Hall.
Meet Your Anaheim Dental Team
Dr. Loc Doan was born and raised in Southern California and is the practice's general dentist. Dr. Emilyjane Sunga, born in the Philippines and raised in Southern California, is an endodontist and a mother of three. Both doctors earned their DDS degrees at USC.
Insurance & Financing
New patients without insurance and without periodontal (gum) disease can begin with the $59 cleaning, exam and x-ray. Insured families benefit from our work with a multitude of insurance providers. Cherry financing can cover treatment insurance does not pay for.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Smile District from Buena Park, and how do I get there?
Buena Park City Hall is 5.3 miles from our office, typically an 8-minute drive. You take Beach Boulevard to I-5 south, then SR-91 east to Anaheim Boulevard and Lemon Street. For parents choosing a dentist in Buena Park, CA, the trip stays toll-free and short enough to fit between school pickup and dinner.
Do you take dental insurance?
Yes. Our team works with a multitude of insurance providers and processes claims on your behalf. Before treatment, you get a detailed breakdown of the expected cost so you know what insurance covers and what remains. For a balance, we accept major credit cards, cash and checks, and Cherry financing is also available.
Will whitening lighten my old crowns or fillings?
No. Whitening works on natural enamel, so crowns, veneers and tooth-colored fillings keep their original shade. If you have visible dental work on your front teeth, the dentist can plan whitening first and then talk about replacing older restorations to match. Zoom whitening is completed in a single visit at our office.
Is the $59 special available if I already have insurance?
No. The $59 cleaning, exam and x-ray is for new patients who do not have dental insurance and do not have periodontal (gum) disease. Insured new patients still have options: we process claims for you, and brand-new patients can receive a free comprehensive exam and x-ray at their first visit.
How do I keep my teeth clean while wearing braces?
Brush carefully after meals, angling the brush above and below the brackets so food does not collect around them. Floss once a day with a floss threader or orthodontic floss to reach under the wire. Regular cleanings at our office remove buildup you might miss and help keep gums healthy throughout treatment.
Schedule Your Visit from Buena Park
Bring the whole family to a dentist in Buena Park, CA households can reach in minutes: call 714-410-5912 or book online. Our areas we serve page covers every community we see, and the Dentist Anaheim, CA home page tells you more about us.