Dr. Pla earned her Bachelors Degree in Dental Surgery with Distinction from the School of Dental Medicine, Lebanese University. She then completed the Endodontic Specialty program at St. Joseph University in Beirut and acted as consultant attach in teaching of undergraduate clinical endodontics. Moving to the US in 2004, Dr. Pla completed a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study and Master of Science in Endodontics from Boston Universitys Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Pla founded Pla Endodontics in 2011. Her commitment to precision and expertise are proven in her successful root canal, emergency dentalcare, surgical endodontics,and traumatic dental injury treatments. Dr. Loubna Pla expanded her practice with her partner, Dr. Kristopher Watts, to form Pla & Watts Endodontics in 2017 and to uphold her vision of advanced, patient-centered care. Former board member of the Pierce County Dental Society, Dr. Pla now serves on the board of Boston University. She is also proud to be a member and affiliate with leading, professional dental organizations, includingthe American Association of Endodontics, Amercian Dental Association, International Association of Dental Traumatology, and the Pierce County Dental Assocation.
Born and raised in Lebanon, where she was a National Volleyball team player, Dr. Pla is fluent in French and Arabic. Philanthropic and dedicated to the successes of others, she gives back to her community through her support of local businesses and schools. When away from her endodontic chair, Dr. Loubna Plaenjoys weight training, running, and skiing with her three children and Philip Pla MSM, her husband and business manager.
Dr. Watts is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine from 2005. After receiving his DMD, he completed a one-year general practice residency at the University of Utah and then attended Boston Universitys Goldman School of Dental Medicine, where he completed his Postdoctoral program in Endodontics and received his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in 2008. He has received numerous awards and recognitions, including Deans List for High Performance in the National Boards and Dr. S. Walter Askinas Endowed Prize for Integrity and Character.
Dr. Watts met Dr. Loubna Pla when they were both residents at Boston University. Dr. Watts brings to Pla & Watts Endodontics years of experience in private practice and exceptional clinical skills in rootcanal therapy, retreatment, surgical treatment, and regenerative therapies.He utilizes microscopic technique and 3D imaging in order to provide the highest level of endodontic therapy currently available for patients.Dr. Watts is an activemember and affiliate with professionaldental organizations, includingthe American Association of Endodontics, Amercian Dental Association, International Association of Dental Traumatology, and the Pierce County Dental Assocation. And he supportslocal schools and organizations with his new neighborsin the South Sound.
Dr. Loubna Pla and Dr. Robert Kristopher Watts of Pla & Watts Endodontics pride themselves on the professionalism of theirtalented and compassionate team.Upon entry into our office, each member of our front office anddentalteam is highly trained and motivated to ensure each patient is treated with exceptional clinical care and utmost respect in a friendly manner.
At Pla & Watts Endodontics, ourpatient-based practicefocuses on emergency dental care, root canal treatment and root cancal retreatment, surgical endodontics, traumatic dental injuries, regenerative endododontics, and internal bleaching.Our mission is to provide the finest level of endodontic careto our patients by utilizing the leadingstate-of-the-art equipment, including 3D imaging systemand Zeiss Microscope,with the patients comfort and optimal outcome at the center of our treatment philosophy.
Patient-Centered Practice.The most important person in our practice is you,the patient. We use a diagnostic-based strategy to improve and maintain the long-term dental health of each patient. We arecommitted toexpertclinical endodontics as well asexcellent customer service.
Respect.We believe in treating each patient respectfully. We take the time to get to know you, listen to your concerns, and provide you strong treatment options. Being kind and compassionate,we establish a relationship built on mutual trust.
Commitment to Excellence.We use state-of-the-art equipment, materials and techniques to ensure successful results. Our extendededucational dental courses keep us abreast of the latest advances in endodontics.
Thorough. Our doctors and team arecalm and professional. After athorough patientexamination, weexplain procedures and answer your questions, regardingsimple root canal procedures to more complex regenerative dentistry.
Collaboration with Your Dentist.Dr. Loubna Pla and Dr. KristopherWatts work closely with dentists and other healthcare providers so they canensure the patients comprehensive care is coordinated and elevated.
Meet and Exceed Expectations.We realize that many patients are apprehensive about root canal and other endodontic treatments, including surgical endodontics and regenerative endodontics.We are dedicated to giving each patient acomfortable and positive experienceexceeding all your expectations.