Convenient Access from La Palma
Almost the entire trip is freeway, so the drive from La Palma City Hall takes about 11 minutes. Smile District Family Dentistry & Orthodontics is located in north-central Anaheim near Lemon Street and Orangethorpe Avenue, just off the 91. Residents comparing choices for a dentist in La Palma, CA will find crowns, implants, root canals and family checkups handled by one team in one office.
From La Palma City Hall on Walker Street, drive north about 0.7 mile and turn east on Orangethorpe Avenue for a short stretch before joining SR-91 eastbound. The freeway begins as the Artesia Freeway and becomes the Riverside Freeway; stay on it for close to 6 miles, then exit for Anaheim Boulevard and Lemon Street and head north to our office. In total the drive runs about 7.8 miles with no toll lanes. Use our Google Maps page for live directions.
The starting point sits right beside La Palma Central Park and the La Palma Library, so the civic center is an easy reference for most of town. We also welcome patients from Cypress just to the south and Buena Park to the east.
A Small City With Settled Roots and Lasting Dental Needs
At only 1.8 square miles, La Palma is the smallest city in Orange County by area. It began in 1955 as Dairyland, one of three dairy towns in the area, and took its current name in 1965 after the dairies moved east. Today about 15,600 people live here, between Cerritos and Lakewood across the county line and Cypress to the south.
The city has a settled, established feel. Most homes are owner-occupied, married couples make up a large share of households, and a noticeable portion of residents are over 65. Residents who plan to stay put often want a dentist they can keep for the long run.
That kind of relationship suits our practice. We keep records, x-rays and treatment history together, so each visit builds on the last one. When something changes, such as a cracked tooth or a loose crown, the team already knows your mouth and your preferences.
Central Park's summer Concerts in the Park and La Palma Days show how close-knit the community is. Our goal is to be the same kind of steady, familiar presence for local smiles.
Younger families live here too. Students at Walker Junior High and John F. Kennedy High often need cleanings, sealants or orthodontic care during the same years their parents start thinking about crowns. Because our practice welcomes patients of all ages, a household can keep everyone's care under one roof instead of splitting it between offices.
Protecting Natural Teeth as La Palma Residents Get Older
Teeth that have served well for 40 or 50 years often carry large fillings, old crowns and small cracks. None of that has to mean losing a tooth. A worn filling can be replaced, a weakened tooth can be protected with a crown, and an infected tooth can often be saved with root canal therapy.
When a tooth does need replacing, there are several paths. Bridges fill a single gap using neighboring teeth, dentures and partials replace several teeth, and dental implants replace both the root and the visible tooth. Our office completes implant care from surgical placement through the final restoration, and 3D imaging guides the planning.
Gum health deserves equal attention. Gum disease can quietly loosen teeth over time, so preventive visits focus on catching it early. Every comprehensive exam also includes an oral cancer screening, which becomes more important with age.
Adults are never too old for a straighter smile either. Clear aligners and braces are available for adults as well as teens, and teeth that line up well are easier to clean, which can help protect the gums for years to come.
Care for Patients Comparing a Dentist in La Palma, CA
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures and partials help longtime residents keep chewing comfortably. Each plan starts with a careful look at what can be saved.
Dental Implants
A stable, natural-looking replacement for a missing tooth. Planning, placement and the final restoration all happen at our office.
Root Canal Therapy
Performed by our own endodontist, with most straightforward cases finished in one appointment. Saving a natural tooth is often the simplest long-term choice.
Preventative Care
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays and gum disease prevention for every member of the household, from grandchildren to grandparents.
Orthodontics
Braces and Invisalign straighten teeth for children, teens and adults. Grown-ups who skipped treatment as kids can still change their smile now.
Problems don't always wait for a scheduled visit. A cracked tooth, a lost crown or sudden swelling calls for prompt care, and we offer same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental concerns. Emergency extractions are available when a tooth can't be saved, though our first goal is always to keep your natural teeth.
Timing your visits is simple. The office is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday and from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Friday. Retirees can choose a late-morning slot and working residents can aim for the end of the day, and online booking makes either easy to request.
Comfort is part of every appointment. Treatment uses local anesthesia, and the dentist explains what's happening before each step. If a problem can wait, you'll hear that too, along with the pros and cons of each option.
Meet Your Anaheim Dental Team
Dr. Loc Doan and Dr. Emilyjane Sunga met at USC and are married. After practicing in Texas for over a decade, they came home to Southern California to be near family. Dr. Doan is a general dentist who enjoys time outdoors with his kids. Dr. Sunga is an endodontist focused on root canal therapy.
Insurance & Financing
New patients can start with a free comprehensive exam & x-ray. After that, our team works with a multitude of insurance providers and handles the claim paperwork. For any balance, the office accepts all major credit cards, cash, checks and Cherry financing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Smile District from La Palma, and how do I get there?
From La Palma City Hall, the office is roughly 7.8 miles away, about 11 minutes by car. Walker Street and Orangethorpe Avenue lead to SR-91 east, and you exit at Anaheim Boulevard and Lemon Street. Anyone looking at a dentist in La Palma, CA can reach us mostly by freeway, without toll lanes.
Can you replace all of my upper or lower teeth?
Yes. A full denture replaces every tooth in an upper or lower arch, and it's part of our restorative dentistry along with partials, crowns and bridges. Dental implants are another path for patients who want a fixed replacement, and our office handles them from placement through restoration. Many patients compare both before deciding.
Can an old, worn filling be replaced?
Yes. Fillings wear down, crack or leak with time, and replacing them protects the tooth from new decay. If too little healthy tooth remains around a large filling, a crown may be the stronger choice. Our dentists use digital x-rays and intraoral cameras to show you exactly what an older filling looks like.
Do you see patients who haven't been to a dentist in years?
Yes, and there's no lecture. Your first visit starts with a conversation about your history and any worries, then a thorough exam with digital x-rays. The dentist explains what was found and which problems matter most, so you can tackle treatment in a sensible order and at a comfortable pace.
How can I tell if a toothache needs a root canal?
Only an exam can confirm it, but lingering pain, sensitivity to hot or cold that won't fade, and swelling near a tooth are common warning signs. Our endodontist performs root canal therapy in the office, and most straightforward cases take a single appointment. Calling early gives you the best chance of saving the tooth.
Schedule Your Visit from La Palma
Neighbors who have been searching for a dentist in La Palma, CA can reach our Anaheim office in about 11 minutes. Call 714-410-5912 or request a time online. You can browse all the communities on our areas we serve page or visit our Dentist Anaheim, CA homepage.