Dr. Han brings many years of dental experience to the practice since 2001, including research at McGill and Harvard Universities and a residency at the University of Washington. She has had rotations throughout the Seattle area and practiced privately in Seattle prior to opening Essence of Dentistry. Committed to expanding her technical knowledge and staying at the top of her field, Dr. Han attends numerous post graduate courses, including the well-known Kois Center and local study groups. She is a member of the ADA, WSDA and SKA. She is board certified in United States of America and in Canada. She is fluent in English, French, Mandarin, and Cantonese and speaks some Spanish. She has provided continued support to many philanthropic organizations in the Seattle area and overseas, most notably, the 7 Summits Foundation.
When she is not working, Dr. Han spends her time outdoors - skiing and hiking are two of her favorite activities. She also enjoys traveling and exposing herself to new cultures. She has two daughters and spend most of her time with her family.
Dr. Michael An, a graduate of New York College of Dentistry is invested in using minimally invasive dentistry techniques and has introduced a new level of aesthetics to our practice. From a wide range of composite veneers to Invisalign and restoration techniques, he is well versed on many of these newly introduced in-house procedures designed with aesthetics and functionality in mind. As a fellow Kois Center colleague, Dr. An has taken multiple anterior veneer courses, implant courses and courses specializing in functional occlusion. Ornate and precise, the cosmetic procedures performed here are built to last with beauty in mind.
At Essence of Dentistry, we believe in precise but gentle practices, supported by the latest dental technologies and administered by professionals whose knowledge and love of the field is always growing
At Essence of Dentistry, we believe in precise but gentle practices, supported by the latest dental technologies and administered by professionals whose knowledge and love of the field is always growing.
We believe in one-on-one time with patients, in ensuring all who come through our doors understand and feel comfortable with the procedures they undergo. We believe in surroundings that are inviting and relaxing, a staff that is caring and attentive. At Essence of Dentistry, we believe in the experience. And we believe that your experience with us should be as exceptional and rewarding as the services we provide.
Born in Nepal, I moved to the US at the age of 14 and graduated Mercer Island High School in 1990. I went to Bellevue Community College for two years then transferred to the University of Washington to study business, after which, I moved to Hawaii to study computer information systems. I enjoy the outdoors. I have completed the 7 summits, the seven highest mountains, in 42 climbing days around the world. I am also a father of a beautiful 8 year old daughter, Amalia Tsering Sherpa. Because leadership is important to me, I like to set great examples in the community. I am a people person and I like to do social work by helping people in underdeveloped countries. I love dental volunteering and traveling to help people to understand the importance of good oral health and to have the best smiles. Through Essence of Dentistry & 7 Summits Foundation, we have seen over 10,000 women and children in remote villages of Nepal. I also organize tour, travel, Safari, Trek & Expedition to Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, India, Africa, Argentina, Chile, Peru and more.
I graduated from University of Washington with B.S in Dental Hygiene. I have many years of experience in dentistry including periodontal specialty practices as well as general dental practice. I am a past instructor of the Dental Hygiene Program at Lake Washington Technical College where I taught 1st and 2nd year clinic. I have taken additional course work in periodontal instrumental, ultrasonic instrumentation, restorative duties and advanced anesthesia. I have lived with my family in the Greater Seattle Area for all of my life and love it here.
My name is Kazi, and I was born on the Japanese island of Hokkaido near the city of Sapporo. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Japanese literature from Fuji Women's College, and I attended Marian College in Indiana for one school year through a foreign study program. I worked in IT in Japan after graduating from college but moved to Seattle (my husband's home town) in 2004. I studied medical assisting at Seattle Vocational Institute and worked in Redmond as a MA. After staying home for several years to raise our two sons, I studied at Lake Washington Institute of Technology in order to earn my license as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
The aspect of dental hygiene that I find most rewarding is educating patients in steps to improve and maintain oral health. Having seen some of my own relatives lose their teeth at an early age due to the lack of professional oral care, I feel it is extremely important to look after the well-being of my patients and to accommodate their needs to the best of my ability.
Read our ReviewsOur patients say it best, and they love working with Dr. Han. We aim to provide the highest quality patient care and treat patients throughout the Redmond WA area. Many of our patients have reviewed our dental practice online, and you can read their testimonials on Google, Yelp and Facebook. We encourage you to check them out and see what people are saying about Essence of Dentistry. When reading our reviews, it is clear that our patients keep coming back because they trust Dr. Han to do an excellent job and keep their smile looking amazing.
We are the best dentist in the 98052 area because we put the needs of our patients first and are constantly looking for ways to improve their experience and keep them comfortable during treatments. Our team listens to the needs of our patients and responds with a friendly attitude.
Find a Dentist that Performs RestorationsIf your tooth has been damaged, you need to see a cosmetic dentist that focuses on restorations. Dr. Han can restore your cracked, chipped, or broken teeth using a variety of techniques and does so with ease. We have treated patients throughout Washington that have come to us after damaging their tooth, worried that it would need to be pulled. In most situations Dr. Han can save the tooth and make it look as good as new through one of several restorative techniques. When you read our reviews online, look for the many stories of patients that have had their teeth restored and love how amazing their smile looks.
Dr. Han uses cosmetic dentistry to close gaps in teeth, make teeth even in length, cover dark stains, and transform the appearance of teeth overall. This is done seamlessly so that a natural looking smile is created one that is both beautiful and functional. You can see some pictures of transformed smiles and read testimonials about patients that have been treated at Essence of Dentistry by visiting Yelp, Google, and Facebook. When our patients review our practice, we feel fortunate that they enjoyed their experience so much that they took the time out of their day to talk about us. By reading reviews and looking at pictures, you can see why we are the best dentist in Redmond.
Are you looking for the best dentist in Redmond?If you are looking for the best dentist in Redmond to treat you and your family, we invite you to schedule an exam with our dental office by calling 425-249-7789. At Essence of Dentistry, we offer high-quality patient care and would be delighted to assist you. If you prefer to do research in order to determine which dentist is right one for you, it is important to start by understanding what specific character traits or services you are looking for. As an example, not all dentists in the 98052 area treat children, so if you have little ones, you may want to seek out the best family dentist that can provide comprehensive care for your entire family. On the other hand, if you need to replace damaged teeth with permanent, natural looking ones, you may be interested in locating the best cosmetic dentist in Redmond. Given the number of dentists in WA this may seem like a daunting task, however, it is easier than you may think. Heres how
Read ReviewsWe recommend conducting a search for the best dentist in Redmond. If you are interested in a particular service or need them to treat a specific age group, add those keywords to your search. For example, best dentist in Redmond for children. After the paid ads and local business listings, a variety of review sites will typically pop up. Yelp tends to be at the top along with Angies List. By clicking through to those sites, you can read other patient reviews. Yelp uses a star rating system, so it is easy to identify whether or not a dentist office is beloved by patients or is in need of improvement. You can even look at the profile of the person writing the review to see how many reviews they have written. This can be helpful in determining the quality of reviews.
Another way to read reviews is to look on Google+. When you conduct a search for the best dentist in Redmond, the local listings will appear next to the map, directly underneath the paid ads. Under each listing is both a star and numerical rating based on reviews that patients have written on the dentists Google+ profile. As a local dentist, we encourage patients to write them so that those who havent visited our office can get a better feel for our office environment and the high-quality patient care that we provide. Other practices do the same, and this allows you to glance quickly at the dental offices listed to see who is truly the best in the area based on patient experiences.
If you are looking for the best cosmetic dentist in Redmond, best family dentist in Redmond or even the best provider of dentures, you can also receive helpful information by asking a question on Facebook or Google+ and seeing what referrals you get. This provides you with a quick and easy way to get recommendations so that you can then proceed to read reviews about the dental office.
ResearchAnother way to find the best dentist in Redmond is to conduct research. Similar to when you were looking for reviews, conduct a search for the best dentist in Redmond for the service that you are looking for. Next, visit the website for the dental offices that come up and read through the information on their site along with the services that they offer. This will give you a good idea of whether the dental office you are looking at is the best cosmetic dentist in Redmond, the best emergency dentist in Redmond or none of the above. Compare the information they present with the information provided on the websites of other dental practices until you find one that you feel will best fit the needs of your family.