Convenient Access from Felida
School mornings, practice schedules and work calendars keep Felida parents busy, so the right dentist near Felida has to be easy to reach without the freeway. Advanced Dental Concepts is on NE Vancouver Mall Drive in Vancouver, about 18 minutes from the neighborhood on surface streets the whole way. Dr. Katrina Lo looks after kids and adults alike, and the schedule opens at 8 AM Monday through Thursday.
From Felida Elementary at 2700 NW 119th St, follow NW 119th St to NW 31st Ave, cut over on NW 115th St, then head south on NW Lakeshore Ave. Turn east on NW 78th St, which continues as NE 78th St, and take NE Andresen Rd south to NE Vancouver Mall Dr. You will find us at 7107 NE Vancouver Mall Dr Ste D, Vancouver, WA 98661, an 8.4-mile trip with no tolls and no interstate driving. Save our Google Maps pin so the route is a tap away on school-day mornings.
Felida sits northeast of Vancouver Lake, with Salmon Creek to the east and Lake Shore to the south, and each of those has its own page with directions from there.
Where Felida Families Fit In
Felida is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in southwestern Clark County, made up mostly of homes and quiet residential streets. NW 119th St is home to two neighboring schools: Felida Elementary, home of the Falcons, sits right beside Thomas Jefferson Middle School. That pairing means plenty of households have one child learning to brush on their own and another heading into the preteen years.
Our office is set up for exactly that stage of family life. Younger children get an unhurried introduction to the chair, preteens get honest coaching about the habits that start to slip around that age, and parents get straightforward answers about what is worth treating now.
Because the drive stays on neighborhood arterials, it is also an easy one to repeat for routine visits, and nobody has to merge onto I-5 with a nervous six-year-old in the back seat. Most families settle into a six-month rhythm, with exams and cleanings for siblings lined up in one visit.
Kids, Teens and Smiles in Felida
The years between first grade and middle school are when permanent teeth arrive, molars erupt and bites start to show their shape. Dr. Lo watches spacing and crowding at each checkup, so parents in Felida hear early if something deserves a closer look later. Professional fluoride treatment strengthens enamel on teeth that are still new and more vulnerable to cavities.
Sealants pair well with fluoride. Once the six-year and twelve-year molars are fully in, a thin coating over their grooves keeps food and bacteria from settling where a toothbrush struggles to reach. Placing them is quick and needs no numbing, so it slips easily into a routine checkup.
Middle schoolers bring their own challenges. Teens may sip sports drinks all afternoon, snack late in the evening or forget to floss entirely, and those habits show up as soft spots in the enamel. We would rather talk about that calmly at a cleaning than discover a cavity a year later.
Around age 7, enough adult teeth have usually come in to see how the bite is developing. If Dr. Lo notices crowding, crossbites or teeth erupting out of place, she explains what she sees and what monitoring or next steps make sense. Many of these findings simply need watching, but catching them early gives a family more options.
Parents deserve the same attention, and they are often the ones who postpone their own checkups while everyone else's get booked. When there is a crown, filling or alignment question, Dr. Lo shows you the scans and lays out the options so you can weigh time, cost and results for yourself.
Treatments Offered by Your Dentist Near Felida
Family Dentistry
Prevention comes first here: cleanings, digital x-rays, comprehensive exams and coaching on home care for children, teens, adults and seniors. Felida parents can keep the whole household's care in one chart.
CandidPro® Clear Aligners
Clear, removable aligners address mild to moderate alignment concerns for patients who prefer not to wear brackets. Your plan starts with an iTero® scan, and digital monitoring lets you check in on progress between visits.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding, veneers and small contour refinements can brighten or reshape a smile. Dr. Lo takes a conservative approach, keeping as much natural tooth as she can.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings, crowns and bridges rebuild teeth that have decayed, cracked or worn down. Older restorations that are leaking or chipped can be replaced with materials that blend in.
Laser Dentistry
For select soft-tissue procedures, a dental laser offers a minimally invasive alternative to traditional tools. It gives Dr. Lo a precise way to work on gum tissue while leaving healthy tissue around it alone.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Katrina Lo practiced in several states before choosing to settle here, drawn by the Pacific Northwest outdoors and the view of Mt. Hood. When she is not at the office, you might find her on a hiking trail. In the chair, she treats patients like family and keeps explanations clear.
Insurance & Financing
Our office accepts many major dental insurance plans, and the team will help you understand what your benefits cover. For costs beyond insurance, CareCredit and Cherry offer payment plans, and credit cards are welcome as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Advanced Dental Concepts from Felida, and how do I get there?
It is 8.4 miles from Felida Elementary, about 18 minutes behind the wheel. The route runs south on NW Lakeshore Ave, east along NW and NE 78th St, then south on NE Andresen Rd to NE Vancouver Mall Dr. Parents choosing a dentist near Felida can skip I-5 entirely, though rush hour does add time on 78th St.
What happens at a child's very first visit with Dr. Lo?
The first visit is mostly about getting comfortable. Dr. Lo counts and checks the teeth, looks at the gums and bite, and our hygiene team cleans and polishes at whatever pace your child can handle. Parents can stay close by, and you leave with simple home-care tips matched to your child's age.
Does my child need x-rays every time we come in?
No. X-rays are taken based on your child's cavity risk and what the exam shows, not on a fixed schedule for every visit. When they are needed, we use digital x-rays, which give Dr. Lo a clear view of decay between the teeth and of adult teeth still developing under the gums.
Can we spread the cost of a bigger treatment plan over several months?
Yes. CareCredit offers patient payment plans and special financing, and Cherry is another financing option our office accepts. Our team will total up what your insurance is expected to pay first, then help you choose a plan for the remaining balance so there are no surprises later.
Is a late-afternoon appointment possible once school lets out?
Yes, as long as it fits before we close at 5 PM Monday through Thursday. Families often prefer those afternoon times, so booking a few weeks in advance gives you the best shot at the slot you want. Two siblings can usually be scheduled back to back to keep it to one trip.
Schedule Your Visit from Felida
To book with a dentist near Felida, call (360) 345-3938 or book online and choose a time that works around school. Our areas we serve page covers nearby communities, and the Dentist Vancouver, WA homepage introduces the rest of the practice.