A Brief History of Riverside, CA

The area that became Riverside was inhabited by the Cahuilla and Serrano peoples, and Californios established ranches in the early 19th century. In the wake of a failed attempt to launch a silk farm, John W. North seized the opportunity to purchase the land and begin a temperance colony. The four saloons in Riverside were soon driven out by prohibitive license fees. The citrus industry Riverside is famous for began when the first orange trees were planted in 1871. Those first trees were Brazilian navel orange trees sent to Eliza Tibbets by her friend in the USDA. One of those original trees still stands today, with a stone marker in Eliza’s honor. Orange trees thrive in the climate of southern California, and the industry grew rapidly. In barely over a decade after Eliza got her trees, there were more than half a million citrus trees in California, nearly half of which were in Riverside. Refrigerated railroad cars and innovative irrigation systems turned Riverside into the richest city per capita in the whole country.

Dental Care of Riverside in Riverside, CA

We love serving the people of Riverside and helping them achieve their healthy smile goals. Whether that means emergency dental care for an unexpected mouth injury, something more involved like dental implants, or even cosmetic treatments like veneers to give your smile a pearly white gleam, we look forward to being your partners in lifelong dental health. Check this map if you need directions to our practice. If you are unsure whether your situation is considered a dental emergency, do not hesitate to contact us anyway. We quickly diagnose and determine the gravity of the problem and treat you according to your emergency needs promptly. Sometimes life happens, and there are just times when dental care is immediately needed. In these times, an emergency dentist is who you need to call.

See What Riverside Has to Offer!

There are so many beautiful places to see in the Riverside area. Check out the Mission Inn Museum and take a walking tour through all the types of architecture used to build this unique hotel. You’ll learn a ton about local history and see parts of the hotel that are closed to the public. If you’re more interested in nature than architecture, Mount Rubidoux Park offers beautiful paved trails for hikers of different skill levels. You’ll see some truly breathtaking views. It’s also pet-friendly, so bring your dog and get some exercise and fresh air together! History and nature meet at the California Citrus State Historic Park. Enjoy the smell of orange blossoms as you walk the trails of the beautiful grounds. There are amazing views here too!