Professional Affiliations: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Washington State Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and Washington State Dental Association.
Professional Positions: Affiliate Instructor, University of Washington School of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, (UWSOD). Deans Board UWSOD. Head Start Washington State Leader, Dental Health Initiative. Examination Consultant American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Many people ask why should a parent/caretaker consider a board certified childrens dentist. A board certified pediatric dentist has elected to complete accredited training and successfully completed an examination process to assess a candidates knowledge skill and judgment regarding standards of oral health care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special health care needs. It also reflects a value of lifetime learning and practicing pediatric dentistry with state of the art techniques and materials. This reflects an effort on the part of the practioner to provide the highest standard of health care for patients.
I welcome you to consider establishing a dental home for your child early on preferably by age one. A dental home refers to an ongoing relationship between our office and your family, inclusive of all aspects of oral health care delivery in a comprehensive, continuous, accessible, coordinated and family-centered way. As your child develops from an infant into an adolescent there can be challenging issues that we can address and help you make informed educated decisions regarding your childs oral health care.
Our unique office has been designed to help facilitate your child's visit to the dentist. We suggest that in order to help you and your child prevent dental problems, the first visit should be by twelve months of age. Our mission is to create a dental home and establish a partnership with you regarding your child's oral health. Learning the fundamental's of preventive care at an early age will establish long term dental health for the rest of their lives.
Our staff is highly trained and skilled in working with your child in helping you with your child's dental health, prevention, treatment and special needs plan. We will discuss all treatment options with you helping make the proper choices for your child's dental care.