Convenient Access from Placentia
Plan on about 8 minutes for the 4.4-mile drive from Old Town Placentia to Smile District Family Dentistry & Orthodontics in north-central Anaheim. Residents comparing options for a dentist in Placentia, CA will find implants, root canals, braces and everyday family care at one address. That convenience matters when several family members need care.
From Placentia City Hall on East Chapman Avenue, turn south on Kraemer Boulevard, then head west on Orangethorpe Avenue for about 1.6 miles. Turn south on State College Boulevard, join SR-91 westbound, and ride it about 1.3 miles to the Lemon Street exit, then go north to our door at Orangethorpe Avenue. The route is toll-free and never touches the 91 Express Lanes. Find us on Google Maps, and see the pages for Yorba Linda and Brea if you split time between nearby cities.
Why Placentia Households Feel at Home With Us
Placentia takes its name from a Latin word meaning "a pleasant place to live." Sarah Jane McFadden suggested it for the local school district in 1878, and the town later adopted it. The first commercial orange grove followed in 1880, oil arrived in 1919, and the city incorporated on December 2, 1926.
That orange-grove past is still easy to find. George Key Ranch Historic Park, run by OC Parks, preserves a family ranch house begun in 1898 and a one-acre grove, and it was listed on the National Register in 1975. Old Town Placentia grew as an orange-packing and rail center on the Santa Fe line, and the Placentia Library District, formed in 1919, keeps a local History Room next to City Hall.
For time outdoors, Tri-City Regional Park on Kraemer Boulevard covers 40 acres around an 8-acre lake, with model sailboating, fishing and bird watching. It is one of the regional parks run by OC Parks for the County of Orange, and you can read more on the Tri-City Regional Park page. The city sits in the northern part of Orange County, with SR-57 crossing its southwest corner and SR-91 just to the south.
Today the city has 51,824 residents (2020 census), and nearly two-thirds of homes are owner-occupied. Households average about three people, and more than a third include children. Families who put down roots like that tend to want a dental office they can stay with for years.
Dental Health Priorities Across Placentia's Generations
Placentia's median age is about 39, and roughly one in six residents is 65 or older. Adults in their forties, fifties and beyond often face a different set of dental problems than younger patients. Older fillings wear out, teeth crack under years of chewing, and missing teeth start to shift the bite.
For those patients, the most useful thing an office can offer is continuity. Implants at our practice are handled from surgical placement through the final restoration under one roof, and root canal therapy is performed in-house by an endodontist. Fewer handoffs mean fewer new offices to learn and fewer forms to fill out.
The younger half of the city matters just as much, here and in neighboring Fullerton. With more than a third of households raising children, orthodontic questions come up early, and kids need sealants, fluoride and steady cleanings. Our team offers orthodontics for children, teens and adults alongside general care.
Between those two groups sit busy parents in their thirties and forties. This is often when cracked teeth, worn enamel and old fillings first start to cause trouble, usually at the least convenient moment. Keeping up with cleanings and exams lets us spot those changes early and plan repairs before they turn into emergencies.
The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District is the city's largest employer. Our office is open until 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday, which leaves time for after-school and after-work appointments on most weekdays.
Care Close to Home for Patients Seeking a Dentist in Placentia, CA
Dental Implants
An implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up. Three-dimensional imaging guides the plan, and both placement and the final crown happen at our office. For Placentia grandparents with a gap they have lived with for years, that means one practice from first scan to finished tooth.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy can save a tooth with infected or inflamed nerve tissue. Most straightforward cases are completed in a single appointment. Treatment happens in-house, so you do not need a referral across town.
Orthodontics
Braces and clear aligners straighten teeth for children, teens and adults. Because orthodontics sits beside the family's general care, parents can keep everyone's treatment in one place. Teens who prefer a less visible option can ask about Invisalign.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures and partials rebuild damaged or missing teeth. Older restorations are checked at each visit so problems are found before they hurt. Every option is explained in plain terms.
Preventative Care
Cleanings, exams, fluoride and sealants protect teeth at every age. Each comprehensive exam includes an oral cancer screening, which is especially worthwhile for older adults. Gum disease prevention rounds out each routine visit.
Technology helps keep each of these visits efficient. Digital x-rays and intraoral cameras let you see what the dentist sees, and implant plans are built on three-dimensional images. Your first visit begins with a conversation, so the plan reflects your priorities and budget as well as your teeth.
Meet Your Anaheim Dental Team
Dr. Emilyjane Sunga studied chemistry at UC Irvine, earned her DDS at USC, and completed advanced specialty training in endodontics at UC San Francisco. As an endodontist, she focuses on root canal therapy. She practices alongside Dr. Loc Doan, who provides the practice's general, restorative and implant care.
Insurance & Financing
Larger treatments such as implants are easier to plan with a detailed cost breakdown, which the team provides before work begins. We work with a multitude of insurance providers and submit claims for you. For costs insurance does not cover, Cherry financing is explained on our financing and insurance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Smile District from Placentia, and how do I get there?
The office is 4.4 miles from Placentia City Hall, roughly 8 minutes by car. You take Kraemer Boulevard south, Orangethorpe Avenue west, State College Boulevard south and SR-91 west to Lemon Street. For families who want a dentist in Placentia, CA with implants and orthodontics on site, the route is short and toll-free.
Will I be numb during a root canal?
Yes, the tooth and surrounding area are numbed with local anesthesia before any work begins. Our endodontist explains each step as it happens. Most straightforward root canals are finished in a single appointment. If the tooth will need a crown afterward, that step is discussed with you before treatment starts.
Is sensitivity to cold drinks a sign of a problem?
It can be. Brief sensitivity often comes from worn enamel or gums that have pulled back and exposed the root surface. Sharp or lingering pain may point to a cavity, a cracked tooth or an irritated nerve. An exam with digital x-rays shows the cause, and many cases improve with simple treatment once it is found.
What happens if I don't replace a missing back tooth?
Over time, neighboring teeth tend to drift or tip into the gap, and the opposing tooth can grow down toward it. That shifting can change your bite and make cleaning harder. The bone where the tooth was also shrinks gradually. An implant, a bridge or a partial denture can fill the space and keep nearby teeth steady.
Why does a tooth hurt when I bite down?
Pain on biting usually means something has changed inside or around the tooth. Common causes include a crack, a deep cavity, a loose or high filling, or infection near the root. Because the fixes range from a simple adjustment to root canal therapy, an exam is the quickest way to find out which one applies.
Schedule Your Visit from Placentia
Choose a dentist in Placentia, CA families can rely on for every generation: call 714-410-5912 or book online. See every city and neighborhood we serve on the areas we serve page, or explore the practice on our Dentist Anaheim, CA home page.