Convenient Access from Prairie Oaks
From the school run on Russi Road to a checkup chair takes about 5 minutes. The Folsom Dentist is a general and cosmetic practice on Hana Way in central Folsom, and Prairie Oaks households can reach us with a short drive up Blue Ravine Road. Parents comparing options for a dentist near Prairie Oaks will find care for both kids and adults under one roof.
Starting at Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary, take Fratis Street and Stewart Street out to Russi Road and head west. At the end of Russi Road, turn right onto Blue Ravine Road and follow it northeast, then turn right onto East Bidwell Street and continue southeast to Hana Way, about 2.2 miles in total. Our office is at 785 Hana Way Ste 201, Folsom, CA 95630, and it is easy to find on Google Maps.
Two neighboring areas are close by as well. Los Cerros sits just across East Bidwell from the office, and Willow Springs lies a short distance east of Prairie Oaks. Mercy Hospital of Folsom, about 0.2 miles north of us, is a handy marker as you turn off East Bidwell.
Why Prairie Oaks Families Choose Us for Everyday Care
Prairie Oaks is a suburban neighborhood in south-central Folsom, part of Sacramento County, tucked between Blue Ravine Road to the north and Iron Point Road to the south. Russi Road runs through the middle of it, and much of daily life circles around Gallardo Elementary, a K-5 school that opened in 2003. Amos P. Catlin Park sits right beside the school, and it doubles as a parking point for the Humbug-Willow Creek Trail.
Steeplechase and Natoma Station border the area, and neighboring communities such as Orangevale and Rancho Cordova are a short drive beyond.
The neighborhood's name carries a piece of Gold Rush history. It honors Prairie City, a mining town founded in 1852 that is believed to have stood in this general area. The old town is now remembered as California Historical Landmark No. 464, while the streets around it are filled with homes, playgrounds and school traffic.
That mix of young children and older siblings shapes what Prairie Oaks parents need from a dental office. A first-grader may need help with brushing habits and regular cleanings, while a teenager at Folsom High School on Iron Point Road may be ready to talk about straightening or wisdom teeth. We see the whole household, so one familiar office can follow each child from early checkups to the teen years.
What Prairie Oaks Parents and Teens Should Know
School years are when many lifelong dental habits form. Regular cleanings and exams help Dr. Coons spot early decay, crowding or bite problems while they are still simple to address. Keeping those visits on the calendar is easier when the office is a 5-minute drive from home instead of a trip across the region.
Our hours run Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Prairie Oaks parents can ask for a later-afternoon time, keeping in mind that the office closes at 5:00 PM. Because the drive is short, a student can be in the chair and home again without losing the rest of the day.
The teen years bring their own questions. Many families want to know whether clear aligners could work instead of traditional brackets, and our page comparing Invisalign vs fixed braces walks through the main differences. New patients can also book a free Invisalign consultation that includes a digital scan and a smile evaluation.
Wisdom teeth usually come up around the end of high school or the start of college. Dr. Coons completed advanced oral surgery training at the University of the Pacific for third-molar extractions, so patients can have them evaluated and removed here rather than being sent elsewhere. For anxious patients, he is also trained to provide IV sedation.
Accidents happen too, from a fall on the playground at Catlin Park to a collision during a pickup game. If a child or parent chips or breaks a tooth, call us right away. New patients receive a free emergency exam and x-ray, and we strive to fit you into our schedule as soon as we can.
Choosing a Dentist Near Prairie Oaks for Every Age
Invisalign®
Clear aligners straighten teeth without brackets or wires, which appeals to many teens and adults alike. Our iTero scanner captures a digital model of the teeth to plan treatment.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and x-rays keep small problems from turning into big ones. For busy families near Russi Road, a twice-yearly routine is the simplest way to protect every smile in the house.
Tooth Extractions
From a damaged tooth to impacted wisdom teeth, Dr. Coons handles extractions in our office. His advanced oral surgery training means older teens and young adults can stay with the dentist they already know.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Parents often find time for their own smiles once the kids' care is on track. Whitening, veneers and other cosmetic options can freshen a smile for a graduation photo or simply for confidence.
Parents in Prairie Oaks are patients too, and adult needs look different from a child's. Worn fillings, cracked teeth and missing teeth are common by middle age, and Dr. Coons restores them with crowns, bridges and dental implants placed here in the office. Our CEREC system can even finish a crown in just one visit, which matters when you are juggling work and school schedules.
Meet Your Folsom Dental Team
Dr. Brad Coons keeps building on his dental degree through continuing education at the Kois Center in Seattle. Beyond oral surgery training for wisdom teeth, he is trained to provide IV sedation for patients who need help relaxing. Irina on our team guides Prairie Oaks families through their treatment options so every plan makes sense before it starts.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
We accept many PPO insurance plans, explain your coverage and file the claims for you. Families without insurance receive discounts, and the In-Office Membership Plan covers a child 12 and under for $387 a year. Larger treatment can be spread out through CareCredit, Proceed Finance, Cherry, Sunbit or in-house financing for certain treatments; see our financial options for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is The Folsom Dentist from Prairie Oaks, and how do I get there?
From Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary, the office is about 2.2 miles away, roughly a 5-minute drive. Head west on Russi Road, northeast on Blue Ravine Road, then southeast on East Bidwell Street to Hana Way. That short trip makes us a practical dentist near Prairie Oaks for checkups during the school year.
How does the free Invisalign consultation work?
New patients receive it at no cost. The visit includes a digital scan of your teeth and a smile evaluation, and Dr. Coons talks with you about whether clear aligners fit your goals. It is a relaxed way for a teen or an adult to explore straightening before making any decision about treatment.
Is there a discount if I don't have dental insurance?
Yes. Uninsured patients receive discounts on care, and our In-Office Membership Plan bundles two cleanings, two exams and annual x-rays with 10% off all services. New patients without insurance and without gum disease can also start with the $49 cleaning, exam and x-ray.
Who explains my treatment options and costs?
Dr. Coons explains what he finds and what he recommends, and Irina on our team then guides you through your treatment options one by one. The team also helps you understand your PPO coverage and the financing choices. Prairie Oaks parents can ask questions for each child, so the whole family's plan is clear before anything begins.
Can Prairie Oaks families schedule checkups after school?
Sometimes, if a late-afternoon opening fits before we close. We are open Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the drive from Russi Road takes about 5 minutes. Calling ahead gives you the best chance at a time that works, especially if you would like several children seen back to back.
Schedule Your Visit from Prairie Oaks
A trusted dentist near Prairie Oaks is only a few turns away on Hana Way. Call 916-675-7533 to set up checkups for the kids, an Invisalign consultation for a teen, or a visit of your own. You can explore other Folsom neighborhoods on our areas we serve page, or start at our Dentist Folsom, CA home page.