Convenient Access from Witch Hazel
Parents juggling an elementary schooler and a middle schooler often want one dentist near Witch Hazel who can see both kids in a single morning. Everglow Dental, at our office on SW Tualatin Valley Highway in Aloha, is about 6 minutes east by car. Dr. Kristy Lin cares for children, teens and their parents under one roof.
The drive starts at Witch Hazel Elementary School on SE Davis Road. Go east on SE Davis Rd, turn north on SE Century Blvd and then head east on TV Highway, passing Cornelius Pass Road and SW 209th Ave along the way. Our office appears on the left, the north side of the highway, after a 2.7-mile trip.
Use 20285 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy, Aloha, OR 97003 in your navigation app, or tap our Google Maps listing for directions from home. The building stands between SW 209th and SW 198th Avenues. On the way east you pass Reed's Crossing, and historic Reedville lies about a mile east of Witch Hazel.
Family Dentistry That Fits the Witch Hazel School Day
Witch Hazel is a Washington County neighborhood within the City of Hillsboro that began as an unincorporated community on Tualatin Valley Highway and the old Southern Pacific rail line. Land was brought into the urban growth boundary in 1999 and 2002 for the Witch Hazel Village planned community, and much of the housing grew from that plan. Witch Hazel Road still carries the area's name, and to the west Rood Bridge Park, home of the Lloyd Baron Rhododendron Garden, sits where Rock Creek meets the Tualatin River.
Two Hillsboro School District campuses share SE Davis Road: Witch Hazel Elementary, which offers a dual language program, and South Meadows Middle School right next door. That pairing shapes family schedules here. Plenty of households have one child losing baby teeth and another getting a full set of adult molars, and both need regular checkups.
We make that easier by booking siblings back to back at the same visit, starting at 8 AM Monday through Thursday. One parent, one trip and one short drive east covers the whole crew. We are closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday, so earlier weekdays fill first. Keeping everyone's records in one chart also makes it simple to spot patterns, such as several family members who grind their teeth or share a tendency toward cavities.
What Witch Hazel Parents Should Know About the Middle School Years
The years between about ten and fourteen bring big dental changes. Baby molars fall out, permanent canines and second molars arrive, and crowding or bite problems start to show. Dr. Lin tracks that growth with digital imaging, so you hear early whether a child may benefit from straightening later.
When the timing is right, clear aligners can straighten teeth without brackets and wires. Teens tend to like that the trays are hard to spot in class photos, and parents like that each stage is planned on screen first. Retainers then hold the result once treatment ends.
Cavity prevention matters just as much while those new teeth settle in. A quick fluoride treatment at checkups helps strengthen enamel, especially for kids who snack between classes and sports. Our hygiene team also shows each child where the brush keeps missing, using photos from the intraoral camera.
Middle school also brings new habits. Sports drinks after practice, energy drinks with friends and late snacks in front of homework all add sugar and acid, and sipping slowly over an hour does more harm than finishing a drink quickly. Brushing gets less supervision at this age too, so a hygienist's honest feedback often lands better than a parent's reminder.
Care from a Dentist Near Witch Hazel for Kids and Adults
Orthodontics
SureSmile® aligners, other clear aligners and retainers for children and adults. Middle schoolers from Witch Hazel can start with a growth check before anyone commits to treatment.
Pediatric Dentistry
Cleanings, fluoride, sealants, fillings and crowns for young patients, explained so a six-year-old and a parent both follow along. Siblings can be scheduled one after the other.
General Dentistry
Routine exams, cleanings and x-rays when needed keep the grown-ups on track too. Parents can book their own checkup right after the kids' appointments and skip a separate trip.
Endodontics
Root canal therapy and cracked-tooth care aim to keep a natural tooth that is infected or injured. Dr. Lin checks bite, temperature response, color and gum changes to find the cause.
Oral Surgery
Tooth extractions, bone grafting and implant-related surgery happen in the same office where your family already gets checkups. Dr. Lin explains why a tooth needs to come out, and what could replace it, before anything is scheduled.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Kristy Lin once taught as a part-time clinical instructor at OHSU, mentoring dental students, and she still explains treatment the way a good teacher would. Catherine, a registered dental hygienist who studied at Pacific University in Forest Grove, came on board in 2026. With one dentist following each child from the first loose tooth to the last aligner, small changes from year to year are much easier to notice.
Insurance & Financing
Most insurance plans are welcome here, The Standard and GEHA among them, and one phone call lets us confirm each child's eligibility. For aligners or other larger treatment, Cherry and CareCredit can spread the cost, subject to approval. Uninsured families can also ask about our In-House Membership Plan, which bundles routine care and takes 15% off all dental treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Everglow Dental from Witch Hazel, and how do I get there?
Everglow Dental is about 2.7 miles from Witch Hazel Elementary School, roughly a 6-minute drive. Take SE Davis Rd east and SE Century Blvd north, then follow TV Highway east to our building on its north side. Families choosing a dentist near Witch Hazel get a short, simple trip with only a handful of turns.
Can Witch Hazel siblings be seen in one trip?
Yes, we can book brothers and sisters back to back so the whole family finishes in one visit. Early slots after our 8 AM opening are the most requested, so reserve them a few months ahead. A parent who also needs a cleaning can add an appointment to the same block and save another drive.
How do SureSmile aligners straighten teeth?
SureSmile aligners are a series of custom clear trays, each one moving the teeth a small step toward the planned position. Dr. Lin designs the stages with digital imaging, and you switch trays on a set schedule. Wearing them as directed keeps treatment on track, and a retainer holds the new alignment once the last tray is done.
Why does my child need x-rays if nothing hurts?
X-rays show decay between teeth and problems below the gums long before a child feels anything. Catching a cavity early usually means a smaller filling and an easier visit. Our digital x-rays appear on screen right away, and we take them only when they are needed.
Can we spread the cost of aligners over time?
Yes, financing through Cherry or CareCredit is available, subject to approval. Cherry works as a payment plan and does not run a hard credit check, which many parents appreciate. Our front desk also checks whether your insurance includes orthodontic benefits, so you see the full picture before treatment begins.
Schedule Your Visit from Witch Hazel
Ready to line up the whole family with a dentist near Witch Hazel? Call (503) 809-8593 or book online to reserve back-to-back appointments. Explore the other neighborhoods on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Aloha, OR homepage for more about our office.