We want you to look forward to the time you spend in our offices. And we hope that you just might forget youre at the dentist! We provide internet access, refreshments, magazines, Netflix, TVs, and private treatment rooms too. All of these amenities are designed to make your stay with us more agreeable.
Each member of our professional Optima Dental team is committed to staying on top of their field with the latest in dental innovations and technologies. We are dedicated to increasing our knowledge through continuing education and supplemental training. You can count on the highest dental safety measures to ensure the protection and well-being of our patients. We follow or exceed the standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). No matter which Optima Dental Spa you visit, you will be in good hands.
'It is important to me to still make time to regularly volunteer with the Give Back a Smile program where cosmetic dentists donate their talents to restore the smiles of survivors who have received dental injuries from domestic abuse.'
Optima Dental Spas all offer comforting amenities to make your visit a pleasant experience. For many of our guests, these little luxuries help reduce anxiety. Our reception areas are designed to encourage relaxation. Let us know how we can help you feel at home.
Dr. Lynn Jones graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Besides being a highly skilled dentist, Dr. Jones is also a popular local and national lecturer. She has completed the stringent requirements required to receive the most respected postgraduate certification in cosmetic dentistry, Accreditation with The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AAACD). The AACD requires attendance at accreditation workshops, mastery of rigorous oral and written exams, and expert panel approval of specific cosmetic casework. The Academy also insists on responsible and ethical patient care from its members. Dr. Jones was the first female dentist in Washington state to achieve this prestigious accreditation. She is also a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI), and has received extensive training and experience with dental implants. Dr. Jones still makes time to regularly volunteer with the Give Back a Smile program where cosmetic dentists donate their talents to restore the smiles of survivors who have received dental injuries due to domestic abuse.
Dr. Brianne Leslie moved to the Pacific Northwest from North Carolina, where she received her Doctorate from East Carolina School of Dental Medicine with a concentration on improving access to care for underserved communities. She continued to refine her skills, learning to treat medically complex patients and dental trauma, through a hospital residency at Wake Forest School of Medicine. She strives to expand her private practice skill set with certifications in dental implantology, dermal/lip fillers, and BOTOX injections, and is excited to offer these services. She aims to care for her patients like family, by listening to their concerns, discussing the findings, and individualizing a plan to achieve optimal dental health. She works hard to create a judgement-free environment and get to know her patients because she believes that in dentistry, one size does NOT fit all. She loves cinema, food, and most importantly, family. She feels it is an honor and privilege to be trusted to take care of your dental needs.
Dr. Hayden Meriwether, DMD was born in Toronto and raised in Issaquah, Washington. He received his Bachelors of Science in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon. He continued his studies at Oregon Health and Sciences University, School of Dentistry where he received his doctorate in dental medicine. During his time at OHSU he participated in multiple selective honors programs and took continuing education courses in dental implantology. He is a proud member of the Oregon and American dental associations. Dr. Meriwether is an avid golfer, skier, soccer and tennis player. He roots for the Seahawks, Ducks, and Seattle Sounders, and he loves spending time with friends, family, and two cats Gus and Luna.
Dr. Dane Nelson was raised in Stillwater, Minnesota. He crossed the border to attend the University of Wisconsin Madison where he earned his B.S. degree in Anthropology and Biology and also enjoyed a semester spent living & studying in Seville, Spain. He then returned to University of Minnesota Twin Cities and earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery degree, to include completing a clinical externship in rhus, Denmark. After graduation, he was commissioned as Lieutenant into the U.S. Navy Dental Corps. He was first stationed at Great Lakes Naval Base in North Chicago, IL where he completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. He then served overseas at the Marine Corps Air Station in Iwakuni, Japan where he was awarded a Navy & Marine Corps achievement medal for his clinical work in caring for marines stationed abroad. After Japan, Dr. Nelson landed near extended family in Washington state to conclude his active duty time at Naval Base Kitsap. Dr. Nelson is very excited for the next chapter of his career and life here at Optima Dental Spa in Seattle, WA! In his personal life, Dr. Nelson is an avid travel, sports, and outdoors enthusiast; he enjoys a healthy dose of snowboarding, running, backpacking, hiking, fishing and exploring Washingtons many mountains and waterways!
After graduating from USC, Dr. Dain Paxton, attended OHSU for dental school graduating in 1997. Dr. Paxton has practiced in a variety of settings running the gamut from public health to high end boutique-type practices. Over the years he has gained experience treating patients from all walks of life, needing care from the simplest of restorative procedures to the complex full mouth and/or cosmetic rehabilitation. In 2015 Dr. Paxton completed a post-doctoral Masters degree/residency program, again at USC, in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine, giving him advanced, multidisciplinary training to diagnose and treat patients with complex/compromised medical histories, and those suffering from orofacial pain conditions, orofacial sensory disturbances, oral motor disturbances, and oral mucosal diseases. He also has training in the treatment of sleep disordered breathing!
Dr. Paxton was born and raised in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California near Tahoe. Consequently, growing up he and his family skied a lot, both snow and water. Dr. Paxtons father was a professional musician and educator, therefore grew up with music as an integral part of his life; and it still is. His mother was a speech and language pathologist who worked with deaf kids and children with speech impediments. Dr. Paxton is trying to learn American Sign Language to actually have a conversation with anyone!
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 176 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestBrent Norman Jr
a year ago
Very friendly, care about the comfort of their clients and very competent at what they do.
Barry MacAusland
a year ago
good people
Renee L
2 years ago
Very nice staff! Got a cleaning and teeth whitening. My teeth look so white!
Jeremy Lankenau
2 years ago
Welcoming staff, comfortable office, very kind hygienist (props to Elizabeth) and clearly explained process by the dentist, including coverage by insurance. Will definitely be going back!
Judith Game
2 years ago
I saw Dr. Meriwether for an exam, pano and bite wing x-rays. He is very thorough. I also had an incredibly good cleaning. All the staff was very helpful and friendly. I love this place. Only downside is street parking.
Kathleen Cheney
2 years ago
Optima is the place for personalized, state-of-the art dental care. The hygienists, assistants, and front desk staff consistently greet me with a smile and make me feel welcomed and valued as a patient who's entrusted them with my oral health. Dr. Meriwether is humble, clearly dedicated to his craft, and doesn't cut corners the way I've observed other dentists do. It's clear that patients' comfort and the quality of his work are among his top priorities, and the same values come through in the work of the other office staff. While they got the job done, my previous dentist never seemed to remember anything about me or have any interest in trying. The staff at Optima do remember their patients, recalling a detail you shared at your previous visit or asking a question and actually giving you a chance to answer without tools holding down your tongue. I plan to stay a patient here for many years to come!
Anthoney Baker
2 years ago
Updated: August 2022 I've been a patient at Optima Dental Spa for a few months now. I am very pleased by the work performed by the dentist, the hygienists, dental assistants, and receptionist. Truly professionals.
Anne Marie Faulkner
2 years ago
They explain everything - have attention to detail as well as modern equipment. I am picky about my teeth, so the attention to detail is very important to me.
Cyan Grattan
2 years ago
Short Story: This place is not for severe anxiety cases. They should stop offering sedation dentistry because it will attract the exact type of patients they are not emotionally equipped to handle. Long story: Been going to this office every 3 months for 4 years and I must say it's changed A LOT. I have severe dental anxiety (crying, hyperventilating, shaking, etc) and when I found Optima dental in 2018 it changed my life. The dentist at the time was so gentle and reassuring, they went above and beyond the extra mile to make sure I was okay, never any judgment, never making me feel embarrassed or ashamed for my display of severe anxiety. I was actually able to go to the dentist, and my anxiety had actually gotten better and better with each visit. I went from needing to be IV sedated to get a routine teeth cleaning to being able to get a teeth cleaning on just a little nitrous! It was liberating! I'm sad to say this office in 2022 is much different. Not only is the entire staff including the dentist not the same people, the ethics and values have completely changed. I had an appointment 2 weeks ago and was denied nitrous, mind you I have been going there for 4 years there should definitely be a note that I need nitrous and have severe anxiety, and I always make sure I tell them on the phone when making an appointment that I need nitrous, but alas the hygienist was telling me they could not provide me with it. Upon hearing this I said "okay lets reschedule" in which she said "nooo you just need to calm down" and said I needed to be a "stronger woman" than I was being. I cannot help my irrational fear, it's not fun, I wish I wasn't this way too. I did not let her clean my teeth because I would not be able to stop crying or sitting still, so the dentist came in to look at my x-rays.... Absolutely no empathy or understanding for my situation. You can tell he is annoyed with my display of intense fear and emotion in his office. I also had a filling with this same dentist some months ago where I needed to take an oral sedation and prior to the medication kicking I was having a panic attack (this is simply the harsh truth for someone with a severe fear like this) and everyone in the office was cold, uninviting, and clearly uncomfortable/annoyed with my feelings. They wanted to send me home, and I had to tell them that going home wont change an intense irrational fear like this. Mind you I am extremely apologetic through all of these situations.. I understand it's dramatic and hard to watch, but the OLD optima dental team was so warm and comforting through it all it's hard to not compare.
Peter Turney
2 years ago
Thorough and professional
Lee Carter
2 years ago
Just want to thank Optima for the wonderful care I received from them. From the moment I walked in the door the entire staff treated me like family. They really went out of the norm to accommodate my special needs. When I completed my multiple appointments, I felt like I was leaving family behind.
Kelley Jensen
2 years ago
What a great experience! I went in to get a full examination, knowing I would need to reschedule for a cleaning and then another appointment to be fit for the Clear Smile Aligners. While I was in the office, I was so impressed with the modern technology they were using. As I was getting ready to leave, they told me they had an opening for my cleaning, that day, so I immediately snatched it up. Then as I was getting done with my cleaning, Kristy came in and said my dentist had a cancellation and would I want that appointment. Well I jumped on that also. I went immediately in and had all of my scanning and pictures taken. Next appointment will be to get my new Aligners. What a fun cool experience that was. Everyone in the office was amazing and kind. I can't wait to go back!' Amazing team! Thank you, K Jensen
Li Xu
2 years ago
I have had 6 implants done during 2018. Four of them are having problems. One of them has to be removed. I asked them to send my old CT images to my current dentist for my oral health exam. However I was told that the previous owner of the practice did not give them access to the images or not leave the images to them. I told them that I have five years replacement warranty for the six implants from the previous owner. I was told that it would not be taken account and they do not do implants anymore. When I look at the website, it still shows that they do implants. Should they not buy any liabilities when they buy the practice? I went back to see the dentist a few of times after the practice was sold. I asked for my 6 implants to be checked every time and was told that they were ok. Once I went to my current dentist, he found the implants problem immediately. If I could, I would not give a single star to Optima Dental for the review.
Larry Evans
2 years ago
It was nice to go to a dentist office with the most up-to-date equipment. Are professional, informative and friendly Great work
E M Courand
2 years ago
Everyone was professional and concerned about welfare'
Stormin' Norman
2 years ago
The staff were great - they walked me through the entire procedure, carefully explaining it all. Plus they were very friendly and professional!
Jessica Bernards
2 years ago
I've gone three times now. Once for a cleaning, once for whitening, and today for a filling. Every time the staff was professional, kind, welcoming and honest. The place is also incredibly clean. I highly recommend them!
Michael Pryor
2 years ago
My first visit here and everything was fine. Made my appointment because an old crowned tooth was starting to give me a problem. Everything was super clean and professional. Front desk girls were very nice, especially Chelsea, she explained everything from when I walked in till I left. Nichole did a super job on my X-rays and cleaning, totally painless. Dentist explained and showed me all my photos and explained all my problems so I could understand. Presented me with a proposed Dental plan that was clear and everything priced individually. Did make a return appointment to get the bad tooth extracted in a few weeks. All in all a good experience.
Laura Baer
2 years ago
First time visiting the office! Everyone was very nice and had a great experience. I will be back again!
Jeff Ashley
2 years ago
They are awesome and careing ,great team
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