Convenient Access from Parkland
Between school pickups, practices and work, busy parents need a dental office that is simple to reach. If your list of choices for a dentist in Parkland, FL includes a short drive north, Legacy Dental Care is about 16 minutes from Parkland City Hall, just over the county line in Boca Raton. Our one-doctor practice is a short expressway hop away. Dr. Sida Huang sees children, teens and parents in the same calm office.
From City Hall at 6600 University Drive, next door to the Parkland Library, drive north on University Drive for about a mile and take the ramp onto the Sawgrass Expressway (SR 869) heading east. The Sawgrass is a toll road, and the route stays on it for about 5 miles. It becomes SW 10th Street in Deerfield Beach; turn left onto Powerline Road and head north for 1.9 miles into Boca Raton. A right onto SW 18th St takes you into The Boardwalk at 18th Street plaza, 9.3 miles from City Hall.
The office address is 6877 SW 18th St # H120, Boca Raton, FL 33433, with free parking directly out front, and our Google Maps location loads turn-by-turn directions. We also see families from Sandalfoot Cove and from Coral Springs, the city just to the south.
A Dental Home Built for Parkland Families
This is a city of young households. At the 2020 Census, nearly three in ten residents were under 18, and more than half of all households had children at home. Married couples made up about three quarters of households.
That profile shapes what parents need from a dentist. Checkups have to fit around the school calendar, and one office should handle a seven-year-old's first sealants and a parent's crown. At Legacy Dental Care, Dr. Huang is the only dentist, so the whole family builds a relationship with one person. Children who see the same face at every visit often settle in faster.
The city, in northern Broward County, was incorporated on July 10, 1963, and its zoning still protects a low-density, park-like character. City parks such as Pine Trails Park and Terramar Park offer ball fields, walking trails and courts for tennis and pickleball. You can find event calendars and park details on the City of Parkland website.
Office hours run Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and Friday visits are by appointment only. Younger children often do well with a morning slot, while teens may need a time that avoids a test or practice. Rush hour on the Sawgrass Expressway can add time, so allow a few extra minutes for late-afternoon visits.
What Parkland Parents Should Know About Kids' Dental Care
Back molars have deep grooves that trap food, and young children rarely brush them well. Dental sealants are thin protective coatings painted into those grooves to keep decay out. The process is quick and involves no drilling.
Bite and spacing problems often become visible as adult teeth arrive. Dr. Huang checks how those teeth are coming in at every checkup and flags crowding early. For teens and adults who want straighter teeth, SureSmile clear aligners offer a discreet option.
Sports bring their own risks. Pine Trails Park alone has four baseball fields and synthetic turf fields, and Terramar Park adds courts and more ball fields. A fall or a stray ball can chip or loosen a tooth, so it helps to know where to call before it happens.
A child's first few visits set the tone for years. Dr. Huang's manner is calm and gentle, and he walks a child through each step before starting. That patience helps an anxious child feel in control instead of rushed. Kids who leave a checkup relaxed are far more willing to come back six months later.
Parents need care too. Busy schedules push adult checkups to the bottom of the list, yet gum disease often develops without pain. Booking a parent's cleaning on the same morning as the kids' visits keeps everyone on track with a single trip.
Family Care for Anyone Seeking a Dentist in Parkland, FL
Orthodontics
Early evaluation helps spot crowding, crossbites and spacing problems while a child is still growing. Parents receive a straightforward explanation of what Dr. Huang sees and when treatment makes sense. Not every child needs braces, and we say so when that is the case.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and sealants form the foundation of a healthy childhood smile. Digital x-rays show decay between teeth that cannot be seen in a mirror. Families can line up visits around school breaks.
Invisalign
Clear, removable aligners straighten teeth without metal brackets. Teens like that they can take them out for photos, and parents like that they can still brush and floss normally. Adults use Invisalign too.
Emergency Dentistry
A knocked-out or cracked tooth needs prompt attention. We offer same-day or next-day appointments for dental emergencies. The Sawgrass Expressway keeps families within a quick drive of the office.
Periodontics
Gum disease is common in adults and often develops without obvious symptoms. Periodontal care treats inflamed or receding gums and protects the bone that holds teeth in place. A gum check is a smart first step for parents who have skipped a few cleanings.
Meet Your Boca Raton Dentist
Since relocating to Florida in 2017, Dr. Sida Huang has treated patients from Boca Raton, Delray, Parkland and Tamarac. As the practice's sole provider, he personally handles every visit, from a child's first cleaning to a parent's implant consultation. Families get one consistent voice for every question.
Insurance & Financing
Legacy Dental Care works with a multitude of insurance plans and submits claims for you, which simplifies paperwork for families with several patients. Flexible financing is available for orthodontic or restorative work. Uninsured new patients can start with our $99 cleaning, exam and x-ray when periodontal disease is not present.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Legacy Dental Care from Parkland, and how do I get there?
The office sits 9.3 miles from City Hall, about 16 minutes away. Take University Drive north to the Sawgrass Expressway east, continue on SW 10th Street, then go north on Powerline Road to SW 18th St. Families who want a nearby alternative to a dentist in Parkland, FL can make that trip easily between school pickups.
Should Parkland parents worry about thumb sucking or pacifier use?
Usually not in toddlers, since most children stop on their own by about age 2 to 4. Habits that continue once the adult front teeth arrive can push teeth forward and affect how the jaws grow. Dr. Huang checks the bite at each child's exam and can talk with parents about gentle ways to help a child quit.
Can Parkland teens straighten their teeth with clear aligners?
Yes, Invisalign and SureSmile both use clear, removable aligners, and many teens prefer them to brackets and wires. The aligners come out for meals and sports, which keeps brushing simple. Treatment is planned from an intraoral digital scan. Parkland families can schedule progress visits Monday through Thursday, with Fridays by appointment only.
What should we do if a child's tooth gets knocked loose?
Call the office right away and describe what happened. Emergencies get same-day or next-day appointments, and Dr. Huang will check the tooth, the gums and the bite. Avoid wiggling the tooth or chewing on that side in the meantime. If a permanent tooth came out completely, keep it in milk and bring it along so he can assess the options.
Do you see young children as well as parents?
Yes, Dr. Huang treats every age, so siblings and parents can keep their dental records at one office. That suits Parkland, where nearly three in ten residents were under 18 at the 2020 Census and more than half of households had children. Children's checkups, sealants and early bite checks are a routine part of the practice.
Schedule Your Visit from Parkland
Call 561-816-2389 to book your family with a trusted alternative to a dentist in Parkland, FL, just across the county line. You can browse every community on our areas we serve list, or visit our Dentist Boca Raton, FL homepage to learn more about the practice.