Well, I did it. After many years of building my family and putting my career second, I finally took the plunge into practice ownership. I feel lucky to have discovered and settled in Poulsbo, amongst a generous, caring community and gorgeous landscape. Most of the time you can see me hustling around town, chauffeuring my kids from one activity to the next, or at home with my hands in the dirt continually learning how to manage a garden. My love of yoga, cooking and all things DIY keep me sane in the madness that is being a fulltime working mother of three. At this point in my life, however, I wouldnt have it any other way.
When you feel unhappy with the appearance or function of your smile, your perceived self-image has negative effects on your self-esteem. Bringing health and beauty to people who have experienced such pain is my greatest passion. I help my patients, who include children, teens and adults, achieve their oral health goals to ensure you have a smile you can be proud of.
One treatment modality is not right for everyone. By educating my patients and taking time to learn where their values lie, we collaborate to come up with individualized treatment plans. My ultimate goal is to provide the most conservative dentistry available, helping to preserve the natural tooth as long as possible, while fulfilling my patients needs. With advanced training in the Bioclear Method I am well equipped to offer esthetic and general dentistry with minimally invasive techniques.
My formal education started and ended at the University of Washington, earning both my Bachelors of Science degree in Biology and my Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Through the Spear Study Club and numerous Continuing Education courses, I exceed the annual requirements for my profession. I am affiliated with the American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association and the Kitsap County Dental Association. I am the General Supervising Dentist for the local non-profit organization Best Dental Help, which is a school- based preventative sealant and fluoride program for preschool and elementary aged children.
Our mission at West Sound Dentistry is to empower our patients through education; enabling them to make informed decisions when it comes to achieving optimal oral health. We strive to foster relationships based on trust and mutual respect through effective communication with both our patients and each other. We promise to provide quality and compassionate dental care in a comfortable, safe environment by utilizing not only advanced techniques and materials, but those that are tried and true.
Dental emergencies can strike anyone, but our patients who commit to regular dental care visits present with significantly fewer problems over time. Professional dental exams at our practice allow us to bring a blend of proactive efforts to you.
When you visit our practice we review many aspects of your health before we clean your tooth surfaces. Things like broken teeth, sensitivity or bleeding gums could all be the beginnings of bigger problems down the road. Once we have finished your exam and your teeth are free of tarter deposits, we use professional-strength polishing paste that gently buffs away stain and microscopic plaque. This helps slow yellowing while maintaining a glassy surface for easier home cleaning.
And of course, regular dental visits prove vital in fixing and preventing decay and gum disease as you keep up your daily home teeth cleaning habits. With a proactive approach, together we can prevent minor issues from becoming major procedures.
It's sometimes easy to ignore, but a little bit of tooth decay always leads to a little bit more. The outcome of these untreated problems inevitably becomes pain, emergency treatment, and tooth loss. Regular checkups help us identify existing and new cavities, and periodic cleanings at our practice remove mineralized deposits that harbor millions of harmful infection causing bacteria. Many studies suggest that illnesses like heart disease, endocarditis, and Alzheimers are linked to poor oral health. If you are in a high risk category we can work with you to create a customized approach to your visits and your dental home care routine.
Smiles matter, probably more than we realize. Volumes of research confirm the influential role of smiles on our relationships and our self-esteem. If you're confident, you smile more. If you smile more, you feel more confident. But what if you don't want to flash your smile because you're embarrassed by bad teeth? It becomes a psychological short-circuit, with effects that may ripple through your life. Fortunately, a growing range of options opens doors for anyone to enjoy a stunning new smile.
If youre unhappy with your smiles appearance, then we would like to help. We will work closely with you, no matter what your situation is, and help you attain the healthy beautiful smile you deserve. Schedule your visit today!
Damaged, discolored or missing teeth might seem hopeless, but there are still options. Regardless of your vision for your smile, chances are cosmetic dentistry offers an answer. When today's modern materials meet our passion for cosmetic excellence, you'll be amazed at what you see smiling back at you in the mirror. Nothing boosts your confidence like a terrific smile.