I love what I do because I have the privilege of helping my patients maintain good oral health and giving them a better smile. It is very exciting to find and design the best treatment plan possible for each patients needs. Furthermore, I like being able to build strong relationships with patients through longstanding positive experiences and mutual trust. Dr. Sean Jung

Outside the OfficeDr. Jung is originally from South Korea and currently resides in Auburn with his wife, Heybin and son, Jacob. When hes not in the office he enjoys skiing, traveling, and photography.

Education and Continuing EducationDr. Sean Jung received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of California Los Angeles before entering dental school at the University of Southern California, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Jung has spent multiple hours on continuing education, including orthodontics from Invisalign/ Progressive orthodontics, IV sedation from the Oregon Academy of General Dentistry, and implantology from Dental Implant Seminars/ Apsun Dental Implant Research and Education Center. He has pursued advanced training in many areas, including cosmetic dentistry, and full-mouth reconstruction at institutions such as the Kois Center.

He believes his knowledge and skill in various fields of dentistry will help his patients achieve optimal oral health, as well as enhance the quality of their lives. Dr. Jung will strive continually to understand his patients individual needs while upholding the highest standards of integrity, morality, and ethics.

Professional MembershipsAmerican Dental AssociationAmerican Academy of Cosmetic DentistryInternational Congress of Oral Implantologists FellowAmerican Dental Society of AnesthesiologyWashington State Dental AssociationPierce County Dental Society

Dentistry is exciting and very rewarding. Taking steps to become a better person and dentist is a lifelong process and motivates me. The patients I have met have made a huge difference in my life, and I hope that helping them have great oral health has made a difference in theirs. Dr. Kevin Kim

Outside the OfficeDr. Kim is a native of Seoul, South Korea, and currently lives in Auburn with his wife Joohee and their family. In his free time he enjoys reading, watching movies, crossfit and continuing his education.

Education and Continuing EducationDr. Kevin Kim received his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of California San Diego. He attended the University of Southern California to obtain his Doctorate of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Kim is a graduate of the Kois Center, has completed courses on advanced bone grafting at the Pikos Institute, took a nine-month implant training program at the Misch International Implant Institute, trained in the use of Puros block allograft, completed implant training at The Zimmer Institute, and completed an IV sedation course. All of the time he has spent learning new things and keeping up to date on current technology directly influences the care he is able to give his patients.

Professional MembershipsAmerican Dental AssociationAcademy of General DentistryInternational Congress of Oral Implantologists, fellowMisch International Implant Institute, fellowAcademy of OsseointegrationChao-PST trainedPierce County Dental Society, board of trustees

I decided to pursue dentistry because in a fundamental way, dentists are healers. Not only can they alleviate the worst kind of pain, but they can also create a beautiful smile, which in turn restores confidence and self-esteem. I am proud to be working in a profession that allows me to meet and help so many people. Those I have treated are more than just great patients; they are also great friends. Dr. David Stevens

Outside the OfficeDr. Stevens is a native of Steilacoom and currently resides in Lakewood. He has a beautiful wife, Jennifer, and five children. In his free time he enjoys skiing, running, and reading a good book. He is very involved in his church and has found many opportunities for service in it. He is currently volunteering as a teacher for a bible study class for teenagers that meets every day at 6 AM! Though he has many activities he enjoys, his favorite is simply spending a little time with his family.

Education and Continuing EducationDr. David Stevens attended Brigham Young University, where he graduated magna cum laude from the Marriott School of Business. He moved on to the University of Washington Dental School and earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Stevens is up to date on the latest in dental materials and techniques, and has spent more than 120 hours studying surgical and prosthetic implant restorations alone. As a new dentist, he is determined to hone and expand his skills for the benefit of his patients through continuing education and affiliation with the very best dentists in his field through professional organizations.

ProfessionalMembershipsAmerican Dental AssociationInternational Congress of Oral Implantologists, fellowWashington Dental AssociationPierce County Dental AssociationAcademy of General DentistryAmerican Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Education and Continuing EducationDr. Michael Stevens went to high school locally here at Lakes high school. He attended Brigham Young University on an academic scholarship and graduated with a degree in Biology. Michael Then attended the University of Washington School of dentistry where he received his doctorate of dental surgery degree.

Outside the OfficeI love practicing dentistry in my hometown with my brother, Dave Stevens. When Im not working to make smiles brighter and teeth healthier I love spending time with my wife, Jessica and my three children.

General DentistryEndodonticsOral surgeryImplantologyCosmetic dentistryProfessional MembershipsDr. Stevens is continually involved with continuing education in the field of dentistry and is a member of many professional organizations including:

Melinda was born and raised in Germany and is fluent in German. She lived there for 18 years, met her husband of 20 years, who serves our beautiful country, and moved to Washington eight years ago. She has three children: two girls, 20 and 18, and a boy, 13. She enjoys spending time with her family, bowling, and baking, and likes to travel to the East Coast as much as possible to visit her relatives and daughters who are attending college there.

Kim is the business coordinator for Dr. Jung. She has been a part of Dental Health Associates for 21 years and feels privileged to work with such a dedicated team that delivers the highest quality of service. She enjoys being able to provide a great outcome for all her patients. Kim also loves being a part of the family this practice is made of and the interactions she has with her patients. They have become like friends to her.

Kim is from Tacoma. She loves to travel and see new places. She has a little boy named Brayden who is 18 months old and the highlight of her life. She also has a tiny Shih Tzu/Poodle named Buddy, who loves to play with Brayden and would every minute of the day if he could. What she loves to do outside of Dental Health Associates is be a mom, which is something she has waited a long time to be, and something she could have never imagined could be as amazing as it is almost as amazing as being a part of Dental Health Associates!

Helena has been a dental assistant for thirteen years and has worked with Dr. Jung for seven wonderful years. Helena loves being a part of the Dental Health Associates family and enjoys meeting new patients and providing them with her knowledge and sharing her desire to meet each individual's overall comfort and satisfaction with their oral health.

Helena was born in Tacoma and has lived in the area her entire life. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Jason, his two boys Hunter and Ethan and their newest addition to the family, Leia a 12 week old Husky. They all enjoy hiking, traveling, and any new adventure that comes their way.

Jessica has been a dental assistant for 10 years, she enjoys helping patients achieve a happy, healthy smile. She strives to learn and expand her skills as a dental assistant, so that she can provide the best care for our patients here at Dental Health Associates.

Suzy is the business coordinator for Dr. David Stevens and has been in the dental field for 25 years, 15 of them with Dental Health Associates. Suzy takes pride in knowing not only each of her patients by name but also their families and personal interests. Her favorite part of her job is coming to work knowing she will see patients and fellow employees she considers to be more like family than clients or co-workers.

Jill is a 26-year dental veteran and the lead dental assistant for the office. She has worked at Dental Health Associates for 14 years and is an integral part of the DHA family. Jill takes such pleasure in interacting with patients and learning about their families. She is also very proud to be working at DHA with her daughter, Raychel!

When not working, Jills first priority is spending time with her grandchildren. She finds time to go to the gym regularly and loves to hike and camp in the summer. She is a Pacific Northwest native and has been married to her high school sweetheart for 33 years. She has two grown children, four grandchildren, two dogs, and a cat.

Jennifer is from Corpus Christi, Tx. She has two boys ages 19 and 12, married for 19 years, likes to travel, loves football and her favorite team is the Dallas Cowboys! Jennifer has been an assistant for 14 years and graduated from Clover Park Tech

Connie is the business coordinator for Dr. Mike Stevens. She moved to the Pacific Northwest from Illinois in 1976 and has been with Dental Health Associates since 1979. Her favorite part of her job is making people smile and helping them achieve a better smile.

She has been married for 39 years, has two sons, a daughter-in-law, and a dachshund named Mel. She enjoys watching movies, going to concerts with her husband, walking with friends and canines, traveling, and being with family and friends.

Juli has been a dental assistant for 21 years, nine of which have been with Dental Health Associates. She enjoys her coworkers and appreciates the teamwork demonstrated by all. She especially takes pride in the quality of dentistry provided by the four dentists in the office. She also takes great pleasure in seeing patients build trust in the staff while growing confident in the appearance of their smiles.

Juli was raised in the area and enjoys spending time with her significant other and family. Her hobbies include gardening, cooking, going to the gym, taking long walks, and playing with her parents dog at the local dog park.

April has been an assistant since 2001. She likes the large and friendly staff at Dental Health Associates. April's goal is to make patients feel comfortable and confident in the excellent dentistry that we provide. She loves spending time with her family at their lake house. She has a 16 year old son and a dog. April enjoys kayaking, crocheting, going to movies and concerts.

At Dental Health Associates in Lakewood, WA, weve been taking care of families just like yours for over forty years. Weve learned that every patient has different needs and desires, so our approach is completely personalized. We understand that the best treatment results, and the happiest patients, come from a combination of patient-focused care, individual treatment plans, and actively listening to you.

Dr. Kevin Kim, Dr. Sean Jung, Dr. David Stevens, and Dr. Mike Stevens believe in developing partnerships with their patients. Our practice is unique, in that you will have the same doctor, dental hygienist, and dental assistant for all your visits. This allows us to get to know you as a person, and enables us to build the essential mutual trust and rapport.

Our team members are all highly skilled professionals. Theyre also compassionate, kind people who love helping others. Most have been with our practice for many years, and are thrilled with the lasting relationships theyve built with our patients. Its our goal, with each person who comes to us for care, to make them feel at home, pampered, and safe.

We work to establish open lines of communication, and are always here to listen to you. We want to know you as a person: this allows us to deliver the best care, and ensures we always exceed your expectations.

The minute you arrive youll be greeted, by name, with friendly smiles. Weve created an office where youll feel like youre in a spa, which offers aroma therapy and paraffin wax hand dips. Its a perfect place to relax.