Avenue Dental Care strives to maintain a high standard of patient services and quality care. We use the latest technologies and state-of-the-art equipment to treat patients of all ages, and our highly-trained and skilled team works together to deliver long-lasting results.
We understand the unique needs of each patient that walks through our doors and we are always available to answer any questions and address concerns our patients might have. You will meet our staff and take a tour of our office during your very first visit so youll feel right at home!
Dr. Vikas Puri is a board certified periodontist. Dr. Puri completed his dental degree from a well reputed college in India. After finishing his dental degree, he joined the department of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery as a house surgeon and practiced general dentistry in India.
Dr. Puri entered the graduate periodontics residency program at the Indiana University School of Dentistry where he received a Masters of Science in Dentistry (MSD) Degree, and a Certificate of Periodontics and implantology and a Minor in Oral Pathology and oral Medicine. Dr. Puris research was related to the role of salivary toll like receptors 2 and 4 modulation in the innate immune response to chronic periodontitis; his research was published in the Journal of Periodontal Research. He also performed a case series to examine the efficacy of stem cell incorporation in allograft. In 2013, he was elevated to Diplomate status by the American Board of Periodontology. Board certification is reserved for an elite group of periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty. Dr. Puri was practicing in a very contemporary and progressive periodontal practice in columbus ohio. Dr. Puri Lectures on various topics such as Contemporary soft tissue grafting, Periodontal regeneration, full mouth rehabilitation with dental implants, laser dentistry, and Periodontally accelerated osteogenic orthodontics in local dental societies and hygiene study clubs.
Dr. Puri is actively involved in a number of professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, American Board of Periodontology, American academy of periodontology, Ohio state dental society, and the Midwest Society of Periodontology. Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Puri enjoys traveling, likes to play tennis, cricket, and watching football.
Destiny has been our lead hygienist for 4 years and she truly is a gem to dentistry and our office! Destinys kind, skilled and gentle care for her patients is unmatched. She is an amazing hygienist, a loving mom to two beautiful daughters and a friend to all. She enjoys spending time with her family including her husband, 2 daughters, 2 Chihuahuas and cat. She loves exploring our beautiful Washington State! We are all so lucky to have such a great provider here at Avenue Dental Care!
Chelsea has been our skilled treatment coordinator and office manager for 4 years. Not only is she a beautiful smile to see on your way in and out but she helps our patients navigate the complexities of their insurance. Chelsea keeps busy at home with her husband and spunky 3 year old daughter! She has a passion for a natural and healthy lifestyle. Ask her about her favorite natural product brands!
Maddy is our friendly and sweet front desk receptionist and transaction coordinator. We are so thankful that she helps our patients understand their insurance coverage. Maddy loves interior design and is a big fan of Rae Dunn you may find her roaming the isles of TJ Maxx looking for her next deal! She is close with her family including her amazing cat, Poppy who can play fetch!
JJ is one of our beloved assistants that just makes the day better by being in the office! She assists with simple and complex All On Four Implant and oral surgery procedures alike with ease making our patients comfortable and happy! JJ is continuing her education in perusing her career to be a dental hygienist. She is a loving mother of 2 and enjoys exercising, spending time with her family and friends!
Katey has been our hygienist for 2 years providing gentle, kind and thorough patient care. Katey has a passion for helping patients with dental anxiety to overcome their fears and to be confident in the dental office. She is recently married and had a wedding on the beach in Cancun. She is now expecting her first baby in December a baby girl!
Janey has been a highly skilled lead dental assistant with us for over eight years but has worked in the dental field prior to Avenue Dental Care. Janey is an essential part of our team offering multifaceted assistance; from scheduling to assisting in some of our offices most complex All On Four and oral surgery cases and everything in between! Janey is passionate about dentistry and providing the best care for our patients.
We at Avenue Dental Care have been lucky to have our wonderful assistant Ina for over 13 years. Ina takes initiative and does so much for our office behind the scenes. She has become an insightful leader in making our dental office run smoothly and well. Ina also provides exemplary patient care with her in depth knowledge and expertise in the dental field. Ina loves to spend her free time teaching at her church and cooking amazing food in the kitchen. We love our wonderful Ina!
Our valued assistant of one year has become an essential part of our team. She has quickly become a helpful asset to every part of our dental office; from offering expert assistance with complex implant and oral surgeries to providing nitrous gas to make our patients more comfortable. Julie has become such a wonderful addition to the Avenue Dental family. Julie loves her husband and two sons, exercising and being active in her church.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 182 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestToni Salinas
2 years ago
I went to see Dr Sharma due to needing upper dentures. After seeing him for a consultation, I decided to get upper snap on dentures. His office arranged for his Oral surgeon to perform a sinus lift and gum removal along with total removal of my upper teeth. I was extremely scared of such an extreme proceedure. The oral surgeon Dr Rodriguez was incredible doing the proceedure. Of the teeth and sinus lift and gum removal. Not easy but so worth it I felt like I had a face lift once complete with this process! DR SHARMA then proceeded with the rest of the implant procedure. It was not a fast process and I was a bit confused when going through the healing stages and temporary denture stage! It almost took 1 year to complete the entire process. But Dr Sharma has the most incredible Dental Assistant Brenda who if I did not have her to help me through the entire process and be someone I could call and just tell I am so confused or in pain please help I would not have made it through the process very well. He also has Maria as an assistant who is an extremely sweet, and patient as well as tolerant of grumpy patients very well. The final results are incredible! I was a model at one point in my life and every one knows me for my huge gorgeous smile. I would have never believed having implants would make my smile even more incredible than it was 30 years ago!! I feel so young again! I highly recommend Avenue Dental for any cosmetic procedures you need! I truly believe you should trust Dr. Sharma as well as Dr. Rodriguez with their decisions on what to do if your looking for information and decisions for your Dentures or cosmetic procedures I whole heartedly recommend Ave Dental Care. Toni Salinas
jo ramey
2 years ago
These folks are awesome! Can't wait to see the new beautiful building!
Kathryn Lewis
2 years ago
Getting some much-needed dental work done after a few years away from the dentist due to COVID. I got Dr. Rodriguez and have been very pleased with his work! Very compassionate and professional, and the staff is wonderful here. Avenue Dental was my dentist of choice and helped me with 8 of my kids from 2014-2017. They're great - I highly recommend them!
Glenn Space
2 years ago
Nice and professional staff, willing to tailor their process to meet the patient's needs
WAM Bill
2 years ago
Great Team of Dentists and Staff. Really put forward a Caring Attitude, which is a major reason I've recommended Avenue Dental to My Younger Sister who is also pleased with their care, and competency as well.
Kenneth Hirst
2 years ago
Very friendly, considerate and knowledgeable,staff.A pleasure going to their office.
Jeannie Ayers
2 years ago
When I came to Avenue Dental, I had terrible teeth and embarrassed. They made me feel at home. They are kind, personable and willing to help. So after some appointments I had beautiful teeth with a denture and partial. They were able to save some teeth. I now have a beautiful smile and a happy patient.
Sandy Sandy
2 years ago
I have been here twice, each time my appt wait time was over 20 minutes. I just had to leave one of my appts. They whisper, laugh and giggle behind the front desk. Unprofessional. I will be looking for a new dental office.
Pam Reese
2 years ago
Everyone is so kind!! Very accommodating. They were able to get me in quickly and taken care of. Thank you for all your kindness!!
Zach Zuniga
2 years ago
One of my crowns popped out when I was eating food and they were able to re-cement it. Now I can eat properly.
applejack720
2 years ago
I have been seeing doctor Sharma from back when he had the other place (affordable dental) He and his staff are top people. I recommend avenue dental care to everyone. You can trust doctor Sharma as your dentist!! Oh yeah one more comment, Maria is awesome and Michelle too!!
Maggie Kroner
2 years ago
I love the staff and I really love Dr Sharma. He is so kind and gentle and listens to my complaints lol
Joan Parks
2 years ago
Appointment on time Very friendly and knowledgeable front office staff. You'll know exactly what your costs will be. The office takes time to know you, talk with you. They do quality work!
Jan Clark
2 years ago
I'm very satisfied with the transition to your office. Everyone was very friendly and my teeth feel so clean. Thank you.
Dan Doyle
2 years ago
Maria is the best, 5 stars and hopefully she gets a raise, very kind and made me comfortable
Eric Dohse
2 years ago
My crown has came off and has only been a few years and my insurance will not pay for it again and 2 othe problems have happened because of the poor work that has been done at this location.
Angie DeCamp
2 years ago
The hygienist (Robin) gave me such a thorough cleaning that was very impressive. Others in the past did not care enough to polish my teeth after the cleaning. I know that I am in good hands and would recommend others to use her service.
Abby McGirt
2 years ago
UPDATE AT THE BOTTOM REGARDING CURRENT ISSUES!! 5 years later Having your teeth removed is a dramatic experience in it's self and then to be told that the remaining upper teeth you have will also be removed is enough to take your breath away. I felt so at ease knowing that this is something that would be in my best interest. They wanted to do what was best for me and explained the plan of action which was going to take time but it would be alright. I know I will continue to update my review as I undertake the restorative plan for me which I hope will lead to me just smiling without having to keep my mouth closed. Update: 12/30/15, I had the remaining 4 upper teeth removed. I was told I did great. This is amazing as I am the girl that has too many bad experiences with dentist visits. From having work done and the novacaine hadn't work after several shots. At Avenue Dental from very first visit I was at ease. Sadly to say due to Genetics my own teeth no matter how well I tried to take care of them weren't going to last. Plan of action is to remove final for upper teeth. I have not smiled with an open mouth in over 2 years. People always asked what's wrong or why are you mad. NOW YOU CANNOT STOP ME FROM SMILING. I HAV A FULL UPPER DENTURE AND HAVE BEEN TOLD IT LOOKS GREAT AND ALSO VERY NATURAL. NOT ONLY DO I SMILE ALOT, DID I SAY ALOT BUTI HAVE STARTED TAKING PICTURES AGAIN FOR MEMORIES OF BEING REUNITED WITH MY NEICES ONE I HAD NOT SEEN SINCE SHE WAS FOUR NOW 30 YEARS OLD AND THE OTHER 26 YEARS OLD I MET FOR THE FIRST TIME ON CHRISTMAS. WE TOOK ALOT OF PICTURES AND I SMILED ALOT!! I will never be able to thank everyone at Avenue Dental enough for giving me back ME WITH AN AWESOME SMILE THAT LOOKS NATURAL!! THANK YOU ALL FROM THE MOMENT I WALK THROUGH THE DOOR TO THE SECOND I SIT IN THE CHAIR ALL OF YOU ARE AMAZING AND A GIFT FROM GOD TO ME.. My Angels On Earth!!!! 1/12/2022 Update: I have had the dentures for about 5 years now. Due to bone loss in my mouth I have a huge problem. My dentures fit loose now and can slide down when I'm talking. That can be very embarrassing. We have decided I need to be refitted for new dentures due to bone loss in my mouth. The journey begins again. No worries though as I be in my Dentist and know the end result will let me smile again without worrying about my denture dropping while I'm talking. Abby, New Patient : ) Established Patient now.
Jessica Aponte
2 years ago
Staff is always nice and accommodating. Sue makes me WANT to come back regularly for teeth cleaning.
Jesse & Andrea Gitchel
2 years ago
My son had an emergency dental visit and our much loved family dentist just retired. Our long time family dentist referred us to Dr. Sharma and his practice after personally vetting him. I was so relieved to get the same amazing service and care our family has had for decades. Avenue dental was able to get my son in for a same day visit AND performed an extraction that he (only 11 y.o.) was terrified of. The experience for him was as smooth as a kiddo tooth extraction can go and they even had contacted insurance and had the claim filed, authorized and I was able to pay my final bill before we left! The staff here really made a quite anxious transition to a new dentist so smooth and simple.
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