Convenient Access from Old Escondido
Craftsman bungalows and Victorian porches give Old Escondido its character, and Citracado Dental Group, family-owned since 1980, is just up the road. Plan on about 6 minutes in the car from the heart of the historic district to our office in north-central Escondido. For households who want a dentist near Old Escondido with real depth, eight dentists work side by side here, including specialists in root canals and gum care.
Start at Kalmia Street and 9th Avenue, in the middle of the district, and head west on 9th Avenue to Centre City Parkway. Turn north and stay on Centre City Parkway for most of the 3.1-mile trip, passing the west edge of downtown along the way. At El Norte Parkway, turn west; the office at 500 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026 sits off El Norte Parkway at Iris Lane, between Centre City Parkway and the I-15 interchange. Open the location in Google Maps to save it on your phone.
Because the route uses only city streets, it works well for parents dropping kids off and grandparents who prefer to skip the freeway. Neighbors just north in Downtown Escondido follow the same Centre City Parkway spine, and families from the Felicita area a little farther south take it too.
Family Dental Care Rooted in Old Escondido
The City of Escondido set aside the Old Escondido Historic District in 1989. Today it holds about 900 homes, the oldest dating to the mid-1880s, set along numbered avenues crossed by tree-named streets such as Kalmia, Juniper, Hickory and Ivy. Home tours are held in the district every year on Mother's Day, and the main library on Kalmia Street sits just north of the district.
Exterior changes to homes here need a city certificate of appropriateness, which says a lot about how much the neighborhood values continuity. That long view fits the way we practice. Dr. Mark Martin has treated patients in Escondido since 1987, and the office itself has been family-owned since 1980. That steady presence suits Old Escondido households that want one office for more than one generation.
A family practice also needs flexible hours. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday start at 8 AM, so a parent can fit a child's checkup in before school and still get to work.
Smart Dental Habits for Old Escondido Households
A neighborhood with grandparents, parents and young children under one roof sees nearly every stage of dental care at once. Young children need gentle early visits, teens need cavity checks, and older adults often need help with worn fillings, crowns or missing teeth. Keeping everyone in one office means one set of records and one team that knows your family history.
Gum health deserves closer attention with age. Bleeding while brushing or gums that seem to pull back from the teeth can signal periodontal disease, which tends to progress without pain. A certified periodontist, Dr. Anna Hsu, practices in the same office, so a hygienist who spots trouble can bring in a specialist without sending you elsewhere.
Fear is another reason people put off care for years. If the thought of a drill keeps you away, Sedation Dentistry options include nitrous oxide, which wears off quickly, and oral sedation, which requires a ride home. Your dentist chooses the right approach with you case by case. Meeting the dentist and touring the office first can also ease much of the worry.
The office also brings a strong focus on the link between oral and overall health. Both practice owners are fellows of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health, and the team shares wellness resources on how gum health relates to conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and stroke. For Old Escondido residents managing those conditions with a physician, that context can make routine cleanings feel more important.
Treatments Close to Home for Patients Seeking a Dentist Near Old Escondido
Family Dentistry
Checkups, cleanings and x-rays for every age in the house. Dr. Nick Jungman sees patients of all ages, including younger patients, which helps families who want one office for everyone in Old Escondido.
Restorative Dentistry
Older fillings and cracked teeth are common in long-settled neighborhoods. Restorative care rebuilds them, and CEREC in the office allows a same-day restoration when it makes clinical sense.
Periodontics
Deep cleanings and gum treatment are handled by our hygienists and by Dr. Anna Hsu, a certified periodontist trained at UCSF. Treating gum disease early protects the teeth you already have.
Dental Implants
A missing tooth does not have to stay a gap. Implants are planned with CBCT 3D imaging, and several of our dentists focus on implant care, so placement and restoration stay in one office.
Emergency Dentistry
When a tooth breaks, help is a short drive up Centre City Parkway. Emergency callers can almost always be seen the same day or the next day.
Meet Your Escondido Dental Team
Dr. Mark Martin and Dr. Nick Jungman show two sides of the practice's long local roots. Dr. Martin earned his dental degree at Georgetown, completed a residency at USC/LA County Hospital, holds a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry and has practiced in Escondido since 1987. Dr. Nick Jungman graduated from San Pasqual High School, studied biochemistry at CSU San Marcos and speaks Spanish with patients who prefer it.
Insurance & Financing
Most dental insurance plans are accepted, and our business team prepares the claim forms so you do not have to. New patients with a dental emergency can use the $89 emergency exam and x-ray offer. You can pay by cash, check, most major credit cards or CareCredit, and we go over fees before treatment begins whenever possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Citracado Dental Group from Old Escondido, and how do I get there?
It is about 3.1 miles, roughly 6 minutes, from Kalmia Street and 9th Avenue. Take 9th Avenue west to Centre City Parkway, follow it north to El Norte Parkway and turn west to Iris Lane. Families who want a dentist near Old Escondido can make the whole trip on surface streets.
How long has Citracado Dental Group been family-owned?
The practice has been family-owned since 1980. Dr. Mark Martin has practiced in Escondido since 1987, and Dr. Robert Jungman joined in 2012. Today eight dentists work here, including an endodontist and a periodontist, so patients who started with the office years ago can still get most of their care under the same roof.
Can grandparents, parents and kids all see the same practice?
Yes, our family dentistry covers every age group. Dr. Nick Jungman sees patients of all ages, including younger ones, while other dentists focus on implants, root canals and gum care. Keeping three generations in one office means shared records, coordinated visits and a team that already knows your family's dental history.
I haven't seen a dentist in years. Where do I start?
Start with a new-patient visit. You meet and talk with the dentist before any clinical work, then have a full exam and x-rays so nothing is guessed. If several things need attention, treatment can be staged over time, and fees are reviewed with you before each step whenever possible. You can also pause to ask questions anytime.
Which payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, most major credit cards and CareCredit, which is the financing option the practice offers. Most dental insurance plans are accepted too, and our business team completes the benefit forms. Fees are reviewed with you before treatment begins whenever possible, so you know what to expect.
Schedule Your Visit from Old Escondido
From the porches of Old Escondido, getting here is easy, and the front desk can help you find a time that fits school and work. Call 760-498-2846 to book with a dentist near Old Escondido, or see the other neighborhoods we serve across San Diego County on our Areas We Serve page. For the full practice overview, visit the Dentist Escondido, CA homepage.