My friends and patients always ask me why I became a dentist. Let me tell you my story. I grew up as the oldest of four children. The atmosphere in our household was one of love and acceptance. My parents worked hard to create a positive environment where I felt free to learn about myself as I progressed through life. Emphasis was always placed on my accomplishments instead of my mistakes, and as a result my self-esteem and confidence were firmly established. Growing up in Yakima, Washington, I was surrounded by fields of peaches, apricots, and cherries. It was in the orchards that, at a young age, I learned and applied the work ethic that has gotten me to where I am today. In fact, when I think of my childhood, I can still smell the fresh fruit in my mind.
At the age of nineteen I chose to serve a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I lived and served in So Paulo, Brazil, the third largest city in the world. While in Brazil I learned a lot of life lessons, including why it is important to understand other people first, rather than seeking to have myself understood. To a young man from America, it seemed as if everyone in Brazil had bad teeth. It was during this period that I learned that dental health had more of an impact on day-to-day life than I had ever imagined. These experiences culminated while observing a father extract his young childs abscessed tooth on the couch at their home. It was then that I knew I could make a difference in the lives of others. I could not only become their dentist, but also be their friend. Now that I am known as the numb and number dentist, I look back on that day and am thankful that I chose dentistry.
Fast forward twenty-three years and seven kids later, you find me here in Auburn, Washington, with a good portion of my life still ahead of me. Hopefully I have learned enough from my mistakes to make life easier from here on out. The reason I tell you this story is so that you can understand our practice vision and where it came from. Here at Nuttall Smiles, we accept people for who they are because it is part of the process of helping them to feel good about themselves. As our patients self-esteem is raised, magical things start to happen! First, the patients make better decisions in their lives, and second, we gain not only a patient, but a friend. As health care providers, our lives start to have the purpose that we have been striving for. Just like my parents loved and accepted me as a child, our patients feel validated and accepted as human beings as we connect with them. The following statement can summarize this process, A good office team can feel good about themselves, while a great office helps their patients feel better about themselves and their lives. You will feel like you are being worked with instead of being worked on. As a result, this is a place where both patients and staff look forward to coming every day! Thank you for taking the time to read this! We look forward to seeing you in the office! EDUCATION
Jose Dental Hygienist Jose loves making a difference in his patients smiles and helping to boost their self-esteem. He is a registered dental hygienist and enjoys the time he gets to spend with each patient and building relationships with them.
He attended Eastern Washington University in Cheney, WA, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He started working in the dental field in 2016. Jose has always loved what making new smiles do for social, health, and overall general life in patients.
Jose loves working out, playing soccer, traveling to Mexico, and working with his family on their farm. Patients say he has a great personality and makes them feel at ease. Jose is bilingual, and speaking Spanish helps him to communicate with patients who dont speak English.
Dakotah Dental Hygienist Dakotah started working in the dental field in 2017 as a sterilization technician while also working towards her Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene at Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech). She enjoys working alongside people who come to work every day with a positive attitude and who are passionate about what they do. As a dental hygienist, Dakotah loves that she has a practical way of helping people while also getting to build relationship with them. Dakotah is a great team player who works hard to help each patient have a positive experience at the dental office.
She finds working in the dental field very enjoyable and rewarding and says its awesome to see the smiles on patients faces when they leave! Jacki says, It does feel like we are making a major impact on someones life.
When Jackis not at work, she has three great kids that keep her pretty busy! Her two teenagers and nine-year-old keep her on the ball. She goes to her kids activities that include soccer and volleyball, plus she volunteers in her daughters class on Friday afternoons. Jacki enjoys cooking, camping, and hiking, and she loves to read!
Ashley Schedule Coordinator Ashley has been working in the dental field since 2015 and is a graduate of Bates Technical College. She enjoys the positive atmosphere around the office and loves helping patients achieve their ideal smile.
Krystal Dental Assistant Krystal graduated from Pima Medical Institute for dental assisting in 2010 with honors. When it comes to her work, she enjoys helping patients take care of their smiles while helping them feel comfortable. She loves how everyone at the practice works well together, helping each other as needed and how great the work atmosphere is! She appreciates that Dr. Nuttall always has an upbeat, positive attitude.
When not busy with work, Krystal loves spending time with Drew, her firefighter husband of 13 years, along with Nova, her oldest daughter who is in kindergarten and Aurora, her youngest daughter. All of them love Cheddar, their Mini Goldendoodle puppy and their cat, Bradley! In her spare time, you can find Krystal gardening, hiking, baking, exercising, doing crafts with her girls and spending time with her family.
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newest oldest highest lowestBron Gailey
a year ago
Dr. very passionate about saving lives through education of calculus and periodontal health. Office staff are crusaders-"So that others may live".
Jennifer Dill
a year ago
They do awesome work here! Jose is wonderful in his role, as is everyone else. When I had a bonding issue they were able to get me in immediately and take care of the problem on the spot.
Deanna J.
a year ago
As a kid it was always scary going to the dentist, no matter what the prize was afterwards. It was no different when I became an adult. One day my filling fell out in the midst of moving to a new area. When I finished with the move, my tooth was in a bad way ... very painful with me scared of what I may experience. I found Nuttall Smiles conveniently located nearby. The 1st time I went to Dr. Nuttall was on my 3rd day in the new area. Dr. Nuttall was upbeat, positive and compassionate totally putting my fears at ease. He fixed my tooth (which he saved instead of pulling it!) He then followed up later that afternoon to check on how everything was going. Dr. Nuttall changed my perception. He's proactive with your dental outlook plan and fights hard to keep your teeth healthy. His expertise and passion for his patients' dental health is bar none. I was pleasantly relieved to find a dentist whom I can trust and feel at ease. That was 15 years ago and have been going to Dr. Nuttall ever since. His staff also seem to have the same approach. Jose is Dr. Nuttall's top notch dental hygienist who makes teeth cleaning seem like a fine art. Thank you, Nuttall Smiles!
Angela Daniels
a year ago
Jose is the best hygienist and that is one of the biggest reasons I come here. Dr. Nuttall is great too.
Tim Overby
2 years ago
i was refered by a family member and just hade a tooth pulled and hade a amazing expereince.
Stacey Wright
2 years ago
They are so nice and efficient. They show you what's going on with your teeth and walk you through it.
David Mohr
2 years ago
Dr. NUTTEL and staff have been excellent! I had a crown done and it fits excellent. Very timely and complete in their work. Dr. NUTTLE is a perfectionist. Lots of extra time and care spent on making sure crown fit perfectly!
B Nics
2 years ago
Dr Nuttal is the best dentist I've ever been to and his 28 years of experience shows. I had a change of insurance and wasn't able to see him, now after 8 years I'm back. Sometimes you never know what you had until it's gone :)
Tia F
2 years ago
I started going here two years ago and love the customer service and dr. I recommend coming here to anyone looking
Brittany Delfino
2 years ago
Clean, friendly environment with wonderful staff that are focused on providing high-quality dental care for every patient.
Heidi McCafferty
2 years ago
This has by far been one of the most informative and educational offices I have been to. They are friendly and Knowledgeable, Dr Nuttall is great at helping to ease your mind give you new and innovative treatment options. Quality experience and quality work.
Richard Nattinger
2 years ago
Had a root canal needing to be done. Was worried going in as it was my first visit with this dentist. Great people. No more pain than a normal dental cleaning. Best dentist and assistants I've ever had and the crown fit the first time. Im gonna go enjoy some pizza with it!
Luisa Suka-Siose
2 years ago
I was very happy with everything today with my tooth. The welcoming and the staff; Dakota was the give away she really help me with the whole process. She made it easy for me and my childhood memories of dental office was awful. Dr. Nutall with his helper was very professional. And that's why me and my family have him as a dentist he's the best. And I would recommend him to my family or anyone looking for one. Thank you, you made my day.
Benjamin Clendening
2 years ago
Always a fun time, Nuttall, Jose and the staff are always nice and happy to help, make things nice and easy.
Judy D
2 years ago
Dr Nutall always have a positive attitude. Friendly and treats his patient in a non judgmental manner. He takes his time and pays attention to details. Always smiling and welcoming whenever he sees his patients!
Shamarmar
2 years ago
Great dentist with friendly service!
Rain Greene
2 years ago
I've had teeth problems all my life, and a fear of dentists. I used to panic and cry almost every appointment. Dr.Nuttall and all the staff are so so kind and calming, I feel completely at ease. He was able to fix so many problems that other dentists didn't even recognize, during the first appointment. The fillings they did are flawless, pretty quick and almost painless, I was genuinely blown away. I'm so happy I stumbled on this place, and if you need a good dentist, don't hesitate, this is the place
Stephanie Bozarth
2 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr. Nuttall for about 20 years now. I've long since moved from Auburn and have a few times gone to a dentist more conveniently located to me....but no one measures up to the gold standard of Dr. Nuttall. I always go back because no one else puts me at ease or makes me more comfortable whether I am there for a cleaning or some major procedure. I always feel welcome here. And aside from his great personality, the work that I have had done over the years has been quality work. That is the main reason I keep coming back and will continue to go back.
Nathan Carper
2 years ago
Best dentist I've been to by far!! The staff is friendly and efficient.
Sarah Kaufman
2 years ago
I had to visit Dr Nuttall's office due to a wisdom tooth causing me issues. They were able to see me on very short notice and I was in and out within an hour!! Everyone was very friendly and professional - I left with everything I needed to heal from my extraction, plus cleaning appointments made for the whole family.
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