Coast Family Orthodontics Traci R. Fernandes DDS

901 N Oak Park Blvd STE 203, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
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Opens Monday at 9:00am
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Monday9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 5:00pm
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I am passionate about creating healthy, beautiful, and stable orthodontic results. It is so gratifying to meet so many wonderful people in this profession. I have the pleasure of working with such a great team of people who share my passion to interact with our patients and their families in a caring and meaningful way.

For some patients, orthodontics is a life-changing event that can have a hugeimpact on their self-image and confidence. For others, it has beensomething to endure because their parents told them they had to. But for everyperson, it is a journey and a memory and itis my goal to make it a positive one. I enjoy the interactions we have in the office andam grateful to have the opportunity to get to know so many wonderful people in our community through my profession.

My practice is a wonderful opportunity for me to be a part of the science and art that makes dentistry a challenge and a passion. I enjoy the constant learning that goes on in orthodontics from each of the courses I take, my colleagues with whom I confer, and my patientscases that offer their own unique circumstances. It is always exciting to take on a new case, and there is the great joy that comes with a case wellfinished in the end.

I have been practicing orthodontics for 19 yearsand have loved what I do every step of the way. I knew for a long time that I wanted to be in a field where I could help people and shape their lives, even if in some small way. After a thoughtful search of options, I decided that orthodontics was an excellent fit for so many of my personality traits and personal goals. I wanted to make an impact in a small and meaningful way while establishing relationships with the people I had the honor or caring for. I get to create smiles for a living!

I obtained my Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry in 1994, and graduatedcum laude. In 1997, I received a certificate in orthodontics and a masters degree in oral biology from the University of California, San Francisco.

My continuing education and constant interaction with other leading professionals in my field help me to advance my training and knowledge and to incorporate the new and exciting research and emerging technologies in the fields of dentistry and orthodontics into my practice. This ultimately benefits my patients with the best care available.

I grew up on a dairy farm in central California. We had a second home on the Central Coast since I was eight years old, and Ive loved calling the Central Coast my full-time home for the past 13years. I love the many outdoor activities it affords and feel at home with all of the agriculture in the area.

I am the mother of two young boys, and they are my constant source of joy. They also help me stay current on whats going on in the world of my young patients! We enjoy our annual camping trips and other travels throughout the world. Closer to home, we regularly take in all the fun activities our amazing community has to offer: hiking, beach days, biking, performances, sports, and farmers marketswe love it all!

I am also an active supporter of numerous nonprofits in our community and have a strong sense of wanting to give back to the wonderful community that gives so much to us. From beach clean-ups to health education, I hope to leave a positive mark and be of service to our community.

We recognize that every patient has different needs. Whether you are an adult, teenager, or child, Dr. Fernandes and our teamstrive to provide each individual with exceptional orthodontic care, while maintaining the highest standard of excellence and professionalism.

Dr. Fernandes is willing to take on the simplest to the most challenging cases. With her training, skills, and attention to detail, she can give everyone a healthy, beautiful, confident smile. She has additional gnathological training (beyond her orthodontic training) to consider the overall facial complex (jaw joint and facial muscles) in thetreatment oforthodontic cases.

Dr. Fernandes enjoys helping people transform their smiles, so sheprovides a free exam with ample time to discuss her findings, recommended treatments, and questions. She truly believes in educating and connecting with her patients.

  • Digital X-rays entailreduced radiation exposure, improved clarity, and ease of sharing with other dental professionals involved in your care. Our custom orthodontic imaging software also allows us to analyze radiographic images and share them with your dentist at the click of a button.
  • We want our patients to feel excited about the changes that are happening. We take our job to support our patients through the process to heart. Not only do we see to it that they understand and are properly participating in their orthodontic care through patient education, but we also support our patients in their extracurricular activities. We really love to hear about our patients fun and fascinating activities outside of the office and regularly support community projects and sports in which they are involved.

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    Rating 3.7 out of 5 based on 6 reviews

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    Annette Aviles
    a year ago
    Please please please if you want to protect the health of your teeth do not go here! This is the most unethical business I have ever experienced in my life! She will not allow you the additional trays you are supposed to receive if treatment isn't complete. She verbally degraded one of my daughters for work she did on her 15 years ago. She called me at 8:00pm on a Sunday evening complaining about her staffing and having to care for her mother since her mother had a stroke while my mother was in the midst of dying. To then offer me a refund, then sent a partial refund and then stopped payment on my check. Seriously you can't make this kind of stuff up!!! Run! As fast as you can! Run from this business!!


    Alicia Zuniga
    a year ago
    Would give zero stars if I could. Very unprofessional. Dr Fernandez is very dated with her practices. Her office staff is a mess. They didn't even know how to charge my insurance let alone make a simple appointment. Violated my hipaa and kept mixing up my file with another patient's. Said she would refund me full amount due to her admitting lack of professionalism but stole my money instead. Small town so it's sad honestly. Went to another orthodontist in the area.


    Josh Erdman
    5 years ago
    Traci has been taking care if my children for several years. She always makes them feel comfortable and despite the necessary procedures my kids still have fun. She is always smiling and creates a safe environment.


    Josh Erdman
    6 years ago
    Traci has been taking care if my children for several years. She always makes them feel comfortable and despite the necessary procedures my kids still have fun. She is always smiling and creates a safe environment.


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