Convenient Access from Mercer Crossing
Young families settling into new homes often need a dentist near Mercer Crossing who sees parents and kids alike. Champion Dental fills that role from a Valley View Lane office in Farmers Branch, roughly 7 minutes east of the neighborhood by the LBJ Freeway. Dr. Omar Alswaiti and the team handle first checkups, sealants, cleanings and orthodontic evaluations, so a whole household can keep its dental care in one place.
From the homes off Gribble and Luna Road, head to I-635 and drive east for about a mile and a half. Exit to the service road, turn left onto Josey Lane and follow it north for just under a mile, then turn right onto Valley View Lane. Our office is about 0.1 mile past Josey at 2936 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234. The full trip is roughly 3.7 miles.
LBJ can run slower at rush hour, so a little extra time helps for an appointment right after school drop-off. Tap our location on Google Maps to load the route on your phone. Families farther west can read our Valley Ranch page, and those to the southeast can see Webb Chapel.
A Family Dental Office for a Growing Mercer Crossing
Mercer Crossing is one of the newest corners of Farmers Branch. Developer Centurion American broke ground on the 370-acre, multi-phase community in 2017, mixing single-family streets, townhomes and apartments with offices and shops near I-635 and Luna Road. The final residential phase, The Abbey, brings luxury townhomes to the mix, and the whole development sits in Dallas County.
Daily life here centers on the neighborhood amenities. Residents share three amenity centers with pools, walking paths and two dog parks, and Mercer Boardwalk offers waterfront dining close to home. Children attend schools in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, and the City of Farmers Branch lists park plans and city services for the area.
Moving into a new neighborhood usually means finding a new dentist too. Mercer Crossing parents may be lining up a first dental visit, a sealant appointment and a bite check all in the same season. Bringing the whole family to one office makes that easier to keep on track.
Parents deserve the same attention. Busy years with small children are exactly when adults skip their own cleanings, and a stretch of missed visits lets tartar and early gum inflammation build quietly. Booking your exam on the same trip as the kids keeps everyone on a steady rhythm. New patients without insurance and without gum disease can start with the $79 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray, which covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays.
What Mercer Crossing Parents Should Know About Young Smiles
A child's first dental visit should generally happen when the first tooth appears or by the first birthday. Early visits let the dentist watch how the mouth develops and help the office feel familiar before anything hurts. Short, simple appointments suit toddlers, while older kids move on to a fuller exam and cleaning.
Cavities can form quickly in small teeth. Frequent sipping matters as much as the total amount of sugar, so juice or sports drinks spread across an afternoon at the pool are harder on enamel than a treat with dinner. Gummies and crackers that cling to teeth can cause the same trouble. Water between meals is the simplest habit to build.
Back molars have deep grooves that catch food even in a well-brushed mouth. Sealants paint a thin protective coating over those chewing surfaces, and they are often placed as the permanent molars come in. The team checks them at each visit and repairs any that wear.
Brushing technique is the other half of prevention. Young children need an adult actively brushing with them, not just watching, until they can reach every surface on their own. Parents who want pointers can ask for dental hygiene education, which covers brushing, flossing and the products that fit each child's mouth.
Bite and alignment are worth watching as the adult teeth arrive. There is no single right age for orthodontics, and an early assessment often ends with a plan to observe rather than treat. In selected cases, early treatment can create space or guide a developing bite, while teens usually start full treatment once most permanent teeth are in. Mercer Crossing parents get a clear explanation of what the exam shows and why a given timeline makes sense.
Children's and Family Care from a Dentist Near Mercer Crossing
Children's Dentistry
Age-appropriate visits help kids build healthy habits and feel at ease in the chair. Each appointment is paced to the child, from a toddler's quick look to a full checkup for a grade-schooler.
Preventive Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, screenings and x-rays protect parents' teeth as well as the kids'. Mercer Crossing adults juggling work and school runs can book their own visit alongside the family's.
Orthodontic Services
Braces, SureSmile and Invisalign clear aligners, plus early intervention, address crowding, spacing and bite problems. An early assessment may simply mean watching growth until the timing is right.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide and oral sedation help anxious patients relax during treatment. Options are chosen after a review of health history, medications and the procedure planned.
Meet Dr. Alswaiti
Dr. Omar Alswaiti earned a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and a Master of Public Health. That public-health training shows in how he talks with families about prevention, habits and catching problems early. His goal is to help children grow up seeing the dentist as a routine stop, not a source of worry.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Households without dental insurance can join the Champion Dental Membership Plan, a straightforward way to keep up with checkups and routine visits. Families with coverage can share plan details ahead of time so the team can check benefits. Flexible financing is also available for larger treatment such as orthodontics.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Champion Dental from Mercer Crossing, and how do I get there?
The office is about 3.7 miles from Mercer Crossing, close to a 7-minute drive. The route runs from Luna Road onto I-635 east, then north on Josey Lane to Valley View Lane. Parents looking for a dentist near Mercer Crossing will find the office just 0.1 mile east of Josey, on the right.
Are dental sealants worth it for my child's back teeth?
For many children, yes. Molars have natural pits and grooves where food and bacteria collect even with good brushing, and a sealant smooths those surfaces so they are easier to keep clean. Sealants are commonly placed when the permanent molars erupt. They can wear over time, so they are checked at preventive visits and touched up as needed.
How often should kids come in for a checkup?
Many children do well with a visit about every six months, though that schedule is not right for everyone. A child with frequent cavities, braces or other risk factors may need to come more often. Dr. Alswaiti recommends a schedule based on what he sees in your child's mouth, and the plan can change as they grow.
What happens during a dental hygiene education visit?
You get practical, personalized coaching on caring for your teeth at home. The team reviews brushing pressure and angle, shows flossing that curves around each tooth, and suggests tools such as floss picks or interdental brushes when regular floss is hard to use. Advice is updated as children grow, braces go on or new dental work is placed.
Can nitrous oxide help a nervous child through treatment?
It can, for some children. Nitrous oxide may be appropriate for younger patients as well as adults, depending on health history, the treatment needed and the doctor's recommendation. It is breathed through a small nose mask, works fairly quickly and can be adjusted during the visit. Your child stays awake and able to talk the whole time.
Schedule Your Visit from Mercer Crossing
Book your family's next checkups with a dentist near Mercer Crossing by calling 214-319-8854, or reserve a time online. Our Areas We Serve page lists every neighborhood we welcome, and our Dentist Farmers Branch, TX homepage covers the full range of care.