Convenient Access from West Boca Raton
Families across West Boca Raton share a street with us: Legacy Dental Care sits on SW 18th St, one of the area's main east-west roads, in Boca Raton. From the county's big regional park, the trip takes about 17 minutes. For parents who want one dentist near West Boca Raton for the whole household, that short hop makes regular checkups far easier to keep.
Leave the Coconut Cove entrance of Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park on Regional Park Drive, then follow Park Access Road past the Daggerwing Nature Center to Cain Boulevard. Go east on Glades Road, turn south onto US 441 (State Road 7) for 1.2 miles, and then head east on W Palmetto Park Road for 3.1 miles. Turn south on Powerline Road, and after 1.3 miles a left onto SW 18th St brings you into The Boardwalk at 18th Street plaza. The full run is 7.9 miles to 6877 SW 18th St # H120, Boca Raton, FL 33433, and the Legacy Dental Care map listing shows the exact door.
No toll roads sit anywhere on that route. Patients from Mission Bay, near the Glades Road and US 441 corner, and from Hamptons at Boca Raton along Lyons Road follow much of the same drive. Patients starting near the West Boca Branch Library at 18685 State Road 7 can pick up the same US 441 and Palmetto Park Road legs. Free parking is right in front of the office.
A Family Practice on West Boca Raton's Own Roads
This part of the county is not a town with one center. It is a patchwork of planned developments, including Boca Landings, The Hamptons, Mission Bay, Sandalfoot Cove, Century Village, Boca Greens and Loggers' Run. That spread makes a central, easy-to-reach office valuable.
Legacy Dental Care is a one-doctor practice, which matters to busy households. Parents and kids see the same dentist at every visit, so treatment notes, habits and worries carry over from one appointment to the next. The office is open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 4 PM, with Friday visits by appointment only.
Our office sits in unincorporated Palm Beach County with a Boca Raton mailing address, much like the homes around it. That setup can puzzle newcomers, since a Boca Raton address does not always mean city limits. For dental care, the practical point is simple: we are close, the parking is free and the building is wheelchair accessible.
Plenty of local families already spend weekends at the 880-acre regional park, with its waterpark, nature center, golf course and amphitheater. A morning cleaning on our side of town still leaves time for an afternoon at Coconut Cove or a walk at Daggerwing. Pairing errands like that turns a dental visit into one more stop on a family day out.
School-Year Smiles: What West Boca Raton Parents Should Know
The area has six public elementary schools, two public middle schools and two public high schools. West Boca Raton Community High School on Glades Road opened in 2004, and Olympic Heights Community High serves the area from Lyons Road. Boca Prep International School adds a private option. With that many students nearby, school-year dental planning is a real need here.
Children and teens do best with checkups spread through the year. A visit before the fall semester catches new cavities before they turn into toothaches during exam week. During cleanings and exams, Dr. Huang also watches how adult teeth are coming in. Dr. Huang points out spacing or bite issues early, so parents have time to weigh their options.
Sports are a big part of life here too. The regional park offers lighted ball fields and 16 tennis courts, and a stray ball or elbow can easily chip a front tooth. A small chip can usually be repaired with dental bonding, a tooth-colored material shaped right onto the tooth.
Nervous young patients need a calm first experience. Our treatment rooms are designed to reduce noise, which helps children who dislike the sound of dental equipment. Dr. Huang moves at the child's pace and explains each step in simple words. A good early experience makes the next checkup much easier for everyone.
Services for Families Seeking a Dentist Near West Boca Raton
Preventative Dentistry
Routine cleanings, exams and digital x-rays form the backbone of family care. West Boca Raton parents can book the whole family together and keep everyone on the same schedule. Prevention costs far less time than repairing a cavity that was missed.
Emergency Dentistry
Knocked teeth, sudden swelling and broken fillings get same-day or next-day appointments. New patients can start with a $29 emergency exam and x-ray. Keep our number handy for game days at the park.
Orthodontics
Crowding and bite problems are easier to address while a child is still growing. Dr. Huang evaluates alignment during regular visits and explains when treatment makes sense. Teens and adults have orthodontic options too.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and veneers brighten smiles for graduation photos, job interviews and family events. Parents can add a cosmetic touch-up for themselves once the kids are settled. Every plan starts with a frank conversation about goals.
Meet Your Boca Raton Dentist
Dr. Sida Huang grew up in New Jersey and earned his DMD with honors from Rutgers University. Since 2017 he has cared for South Florida patients, and he remains the only dentist at Legacy Dental Care. Kids and parents alike appreciate his gentle pace in the chair.
Insurance & Financing
We accept all major credit cards, cash and checks, so paying for a family of four takes one quick stop at the front desk. Flexible financing is available for larger treatment plans. We also file insurance claims with a multitude of providers.
Testimonials
5-Star Rated
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Legacy Dental Care from West Boca Raton, and how do I get there?
From South County Regional Park, the office is 7.9 miles away, about 17 minutes by car. The drive uses Glades Road, US 441, W Palmetto Park Road and Powerline Road before a final turn onto SW 18th St. Many families searching for a dentist near West Boca Raton find that SW 18th St is already part of their weekly routine.
When should West Boca Raton high schoolers have their wisdom teeth checked?
Around the mid-to-late teens, when x-rays show whether the third molars have room to come in. Many arrive crooked or only partway, crowding nearby teeth or trapping food. Dr. Huang can review the images during a routine exam and remove problem wisdom teeth at the office, so a school break is a practical time to plan it.
What should I do right away if my child chips a tooth?
Rinse the mouth with water, save any broken piece and cover sharp edges with sugar-free gum. A cold compress helps with swelling. Emergencies get same-day or next-day appointments, and new patients can book the $29 Emergency Exam & X-Ray. Most West Boca Raton homes are a short drive from the office on SW 18th Street.
Can West Boca Raton parents and their kids see the same dentist?
Yes, Dr. Sida Huang treats children, teens and adults, so a whole West Boca Raton household can keep one dental home. As the practice's only provider, he sees every patient himself and knows each family member's history. The office is on SW 18th Street, one of the area's main east-west roads, so most families already know the way.
How can West Boca Raton student athletes avoid cavities from sports drinks?
Drink water during most practices and save sports drinks for long, hard sessions. The sugar and acid in those drinks soften enamel, especially when sipped slowly over an hour. Rinsing with water afterward and waiting about 30 minutes before brushing helps, and regular cleanings let Dr. Huang spot early enamel wear before it turns into cavities.
Schedule Your Visit from West Boca Raton
Book the whole family with a dentist near West Boca Raton by calling 561-816-2389. Details on our $29 offer are on the emergency exam and x-ray page, and the full list of communities we serve lives on our service area hub. Practice information starts at our Dentist Boca Raton, FL homepage.