Champion Dental & Ortodoncia is a comprehensive cosmetic and orthodontic dental practice with locations in San Juan and Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, led by Dr. Derrick R. Champion, DDS. The San Juan office is located at Edificio Edgewell, 544 Calle Aldebarán, Suite 202, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00920. Dr. Champion is a 2005 graduate of Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed a one-year Graduate Practice Residency at Coler-Goldwater Specialty Hospital in New York, emphasizing general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and oral surgery. With dual locations in San Juan and Vega Alta, Champion Dental & Ortodoncia serves patients from throughout the greater metropolitan area of Puerto Rico, offering an extensive range of dental services spanning prevention, cosmetics, orthodontics, and oral surgery.
The philosophy of Champion Dental & Ortodoncia in San Juan centers on providing accessible, high-quality dental care in a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable pursuing both essential and elective treatments. Dr. Champion's training at an HBCU-affiliated medical college and his post-graduate clinical experience in New York inform a patient-centered approach that prioritizes clear communication, individualized care, and comprehensive oral health management. Whether a patient comes to the San Juan clinic for a routine cleaning or a complex full-mouth cosmetic transformation, the practice is equipped to deliver results that combine aesthetic excellence with long-term functional durability.
Treatments & Specialties
Champion Dental & Ortodoncia in San Juan offers one of the broadest treatment menus available at a multi-specialty dental practice in Puerto Rico:
- Invisalign Clear Aligners: Virtually invisible removable orthodontic aligners for straightening teeth without traditional metal brackets, available for teens and adults at the San Juan location.
- ClearCorrect Aligners: An alternative to Invisalign, offering another clear aligner option for orthodontic correction.
- Dental Implants: Permanent tooth replacement with titanium posts and custom crowns, drawing on Dr. Champion's residency training in implant dentistry.
- Lumineers: Ultra-thin, no-prep porcelain veneers requiring minimal or no tooth reduction, offering a conservative approach to cosmetic smile enhancement.
- Veneers: Traditional and minimal-prep ceramic veneers to transform smile aesthetics by correcting color, shape, and alignment.
- Crowns & Caps: Custom-fabricated dental crowns to restore heavily damaged, decayed, or root-canal-treated teeth to full function and natural appearance.
- Dental Bridges: Fixed prosthetic solutions to replace one or more missing teeth using adjacent teeth as anchors.
- Teeth Whitening: Professional bleaching treatments to dramatically brighten stained or discolored teeth.
- Orthodontics: Comprehensive alignment correction for children, teens, and adults, with both clear aligner and traditional options.
- Periodontal Treatment: Management of gum disease through scaling, root planing, and ongoing maintenance.
- Root Canals: Endodontic therapy to relieve pain, remove infection, and preserve natural teeth.
- Extractions and Oral Surgery: Including wisdom tooth removal and other surgical extractions.
- Pediatric Dentistry: Child-friendly dental care for younger patients.
- Botox and Dermal Fillers: Aesthetic facial treatments complementing cosmetic dental transformations.
- PRP Therapy: Platelet-rich plasma applications to support healing after surgical procedures.
Technology & Facilities
The San Juan office of Champion Dental & Ortodoncia is equipped with modern dental technology that supports accurate diagnosis and efficient delivery of both general and cosmetic services. Digital imaging systems provide detailed radiographic views to support treatment planning across all procedure types. The clinic is an authorized provider of both Invisalign and ClearCorrect clear aligner systems, with access to the proprietary digital treatment planning software associated with each platform. High-quality ceramic materials are used for Lumineers, veneers, and crowns, ensuring lifelike aesthetics and excellent long-term performance. The Edificio Edgewell location in San Juan provides a modern, accessible, and professional setting that meets the expectations of patients seeking both routine and advanced cosmetic dental care in San Juan.
Why Choose Champion Dental & Ortodoncia in San Juan
Patients in San Juan and across Puerto Rico choose Champion Dental & Ortodoncia for the clinic's exceptional treatment breadth, experienced leadership, and convenient multi-location model. Dr. Champion's background combines elite dental school training at Meharry Medical College with hands-on post-graduate experience in New York City — one of the most demanding clinical environments in the United States — ensuring that patients in San Juan benefit from both rigorous training and broad procedural experience. The clinic's ability to offer everything from routine preventive care to orthodontics, dental implants, cosmetic veneers, and even Botox under one roof means patients can complete comprehensive treatment journeys without seeking multiple specialist referrals. The San Juan location's central position in the Puerto Rico metropolitan area and its convenient hours from Monday through Saturday make it accessible for working professionals and families throughout the region.
Patient Experience
Patients of Champion Dental & Ortodoncia in San Juan consistently praise the practice for its professional, welcoming atmosphere and the quality of its cosmetic and orthodontic results. Dr. Champion's personable communication style and thorough explanations of treatment options help patients feel informed and confident before proceeding with any procedure. Reviews from the San Juan practice highlight satisfaction with Invisalign outcomes, the quality of cosmetic veneers, and the practice's ability to handle complex cases with multiple treatment components in a coordinated, comfortable manner. The clinic's extended hours — including Saturday appointments — accommodate patients with busy weekday schedules, reducing barriers to consistent dental care attendance.
Location
Champion Dental & Ortodoncia's San Juan office is located at Edificio Edgewell, 544 Calle Aldebarán, Suite 202, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00920. The San Juan location is easily accessible from major expressways connecting the metropolitan area, and the Edgewell building provides convenient parking for patients. In addition to the San Juan clinic, the practice maintains a second location in Vega Alta, extending its reach to communities north and west of the capital. Patients across the greater San Juan metropolitan region can schedule appointments through the clinic's online booking system or by telephone.
