Our story
About Family First Smile Care
15251 National Ave, Suite 102Mon–Thu, 9 AM–5 PM

How it started
One family, every smile.
Dr. Tim J. Chuang founded Family First Smile Care with a simple idea: a family should be able to bring everyone, from a toddler’s first checkup to a grandparent’s crown, to one calm, familiar office.
He grew up nearby in Cupertino, studied in San Diego and the Bay Area, completed a general dentistry residency on the Big Island of Hawaii, then came home to build a locally owned practice in Los Gatos.
Today our patients include neighbors from around town, and many Santa Cruz families make the easy trip over Highway 17. Whoever is in the chair, the pace is the same: gentle, unhurried, and clear. Dr. Chuang explains what he sees, walks you through your options, and helps you feel comfortable with the next step.
Comfort is part of every visit
Just ask. During treatment you’re welcome to:
- A warm blanket
- A glass of water
- Something to watch
- Toys & stickers for kids
Our mission & values
What guides every visit
Compassion
Every patient is treated with empathy, patience, and respect. If dental visits make you nervous, tell us when you arrange your visit. Comfort matters here as much as skill.
Personalization
Your care is planned around your needs, your goals, and your comfort level. Dr. Chuang explains what he finds and walks you through your options in plain language.
Prevention
Careful exams, gentle cleanings, and simple habits at home help keep small problems small. For kids, that starts with a happy first visit.
Office tour
Walk through the office before you visit
- Our front door at Suite 102, with the tooth family on the glass
- A comfy waiting room with soft sofas
- Bright treatment rooms with windows onto the trees
A look around
More of the office
Swipe or scroll to see the rooms you’ll visit.

Our front door, Suite 102 
Treatment rooms with a view 
Something calm to watch 
Open, airy treatment rooms 
Island photos and modern imaging 
The way to your visit
Come say hello