Dr. Daniel Aclan
Born and raised in the Bay Area to Filipino immigrant parents. His path into pediatric dentistry is a story about purpose, community, and giving back.
Clinical excellence runs deep. So does his commitment to the community.
Dr. Daniel Aclan grew up in the Bay Area, the child of parents who immigrated from the Philippines. His commitment to serving his community is deeply rooted in that upbringing and in the values that shaped him. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences — where he distinguished himself both academically and as a leader — and chose pediatric dentistry because it is one of the most direct ways to build lasting health for an entire generation.
He brings a unique blend of clinical excellence, compassion, and genuine passion for working with children and families. He is dedicated to giving children the dental care he believes every kid deserves, regardless of background or circumstance — and that mission drives how he practices.
He credits his family as his greatest support system throughout his journey. Their encouragement has been instrumental in everything he has built — and he brings that same sense of support into the relationships he builds with his patients' families.
Dr. Aclan is passionate about giving children the dental care he wishes every kid could access. He sees every patient as an opportunity to make a lasting difference — not just in their teeth, but in how they feel about dental care for the rest of their lives.
WesternU trained. Community rooted. Here for the long game.
- ✓ American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- ✓ California Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- ✓ American Dental Association
He makes families feel like they found the right place.
"Dr. Aclan has such a warm, genuine presence. My kids immediately felt safe with him. He's thorough, patient, and explains things in a way the kids actually get. We're so glad we found him."
"We were looking for a pediatric dentist who understood our family and our background. Dr. Daniel gets it. He's culturally aware, incredibly kind, and excellent at his craft. Our family's dental home."
"Dr. Aclan is great. He remembered details about my son from his last visit and checked in about things that mattered to us. He treats our family like people, not patients. That makes all the difference."
New patients welcome. No scary waiting rooms. Promise.
Dr. Daniel sees patients across all five Coastal Kids locations. Book online in 60 seconds or give us a call.