You will never feel like an anonymous number on a chart when visiting Union Avenue Dental. From being greeted by name as you arrive, and that friendliness continuing throughout your visit, you will always know you are the most important person here!
Dr. Shawn Ju, Dr. Christina Jeong, and our team believe dentistry is a calling: to help each individual who walks into our office to the best of our abilities. We would be honored to help you achieve the dental results you desire, in a manner that works with your life and expectations, and to build a trusting relationship in the process. We look forward to serving you!
Dr. Ju and Dr. Jeong are a husband-and-wife dental team who met while in dental school. They are skilled professionals, who are honored to use their knowledge to help each patient enjoy a healthier and happier life. Along with their team, the doctors consider their patients to be an extension of their family and treat each person gently, with empathy for their unique situation.
It brings me great joy to meet new people, as well as staying connected with current patients who I consider family. It is exciting just to be able to help my patients in a career that I know I am good at and seeing smiles on their faces when the results bring them satisfaction. Dr. Ju
As a good communicator who also enjoys artistic endeavors, Dr. Bansuk Ju wanted a career that incorporated both of his interests. His search led him to dentistry, where he is able to combine one-on-one patient interaction with the creation of beautiful smiles.
Dr. Ju likes to get to know his patients personally and truly cares about them. He will go out of his way to make sure that they receive the best care that they deserve and walk out of the office with a smile. Dr. Ju likes to tell his patients fun stories; he has lived a very interesting life and is always excited to share his past with his patients! Everyone in the office definitely loves his sense of humor!
Dr. Ju was born in the Philippines while his parents were studying there for medicine. The family moved to Taiwan for a few years, and then to Korea. When he was 13, Dr. Ju moved to Oklahoma where he picked up some southern drawl (when you talk to him he might have a funny accentdont be surprised!). After high school, Dr. Ju moved to Tennessee for college and after graduation served in the Army as a medic for two years. He then attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in California, where he met his wife Dr. Jeong. They moved to Washington, where she grew up, in 2017.
Living in a world where things are changing every day, Dr. Ju understands the importance of continuing his education to adapt to new technology and better serve his patients. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Washington State Dental Association.
In addition, Dr. Ju serves as the dental director of AMEN Clinic, which is a free dental clinic held in Tacoma every year. He finds serving in volunteering activities gives him fullness that one can only receive from giving back to ones community.
Dentistry is a platform that provides plenty of challenges and rewards, as well as constant opportunities to help people and communities. Dentists live busy and interesting lives: we meet so many unique people and learn so many different things in conversations with our patients.
One of the most heartwarming aspects of being a dentist is that I get to know my patients a lot more closely than practitioners in other areas of healthcare. Seeing people at routine six-month recalls, or even sooner for treatments, provides opportunities to create close connections and relationships. It is these connections that inspire me to come to the office every day, as I look forward to hearing peoples stories and latest news, while helping them to the best of my ability.
Above all, Dr. Christina Jeong is passionate about helping others, personally and professionally. As the eldest of three siblings, she is a natural when it comes to looking after others and wanting to assist those around her.
Growing up in Federal Way, Dr. Jeong had a strong desire to help people in need. When she was younger, she volunteered to go on an international mission trip. Observing the dentists who participated in that trip, and seeing them provide life-changing care to underserved individuals, inspired her.
In entering the dental field, Dr. Jeong has found many opportunities to serve and support others: through local community services, international mission trips, her own patients, and their families. As a dentist, she appreciates the diversity of her days, treasures the people she spends time with, and loves that she is able to help each person in a way that shows how much she cares.
Dr. Jeong attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, in California, where she obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS). It was at dental school where she met her fellow student, Dr. Shawn Ju; the two fell in love, married, and moved to Washington in 2017.
Dr. Jeong knows that dentistry is a constantly changing field: research leads to new methodologies, technologies, and approaches to patient care. By regularly participating in dental health education in-class lectures, hands-on learning, online teaching she stays current on the latest developments.
This benefits her professionally, as well as the healthcare community in which she works. More important, though, is how constant learning benefits Dr. Jeongs patients: They can trust that Union Avenue Dentals quality of patient care is enhanced by evidence-based medicine and dentistry.
Throughout the year, Dr. Jeong completes many hours of continuing education, through the American and Washington Dental Associations and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. This dedication ensures Dr. Jeong is providing patients with the most advanced, proven dental care available.
Beyond the office, being with family is Dr. Jeongs priority. She and Dr. Ju have a young son, named Eden, and they enjoy living close to Dr. Jeongs parents and younger sisters. In their free time, the doctors and their son love hiking and camping, making the most of all the opportunities offered by life in the Pacific Northwest.
Dr. Jeong also enjoys visiting coffeeshops with her girlfriends, movie dates with her two sisters, and keeping in touch with close friends and family. She and her husband regularly host lunch and dinner gatherings in their home, treasuring the time with those they love.
Being active in her community, and serving others, is important to Dr. Jeong. She is involved in her church community work, including feeding the homeless and childrens programs. She also participates, yearly, in a local free dental clinic, where she provides dental care to the underserved and those struggling financially in her community. At the end of a day of volunteer activities, Dr. Jeong returns home with the realization of how many people are in need, and further inspired to find new avenues to help people through dentistry.
We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.
Hello, my name is Carly. I am a registered dental hygienist. I graduated from Pierce College Fort Steilacoom with my Bachelors degree in dental hygiene. I enjoy getting to know my patients as I help them achieve oral health.
Hi, I am Karla and I am Dr. Jus front office manager. I have been enjoying my work in the dental field for the last eight years. Making sure that my patients have a fantastic dental experience is one of my most important daily tasks.
I am the mother of two wonderful grown men. I have three of the best grandchildren I could ever ask for. I grew up a military dependent getting to travel the world most of my childhood, finally ending up in Washington and calling it home since 1980.
My passion for the sciences began in high school after watching a biology video of a cancer cell dividing. I knew from that point on that I wanted a career in the health sciences. After some research and job shadowing, I decided on the field of dentistry and have loved my profession ever since then. I especially enjoy helping my patients better understand the connection between oral health and systemic health.
Hello, my name is Ronda and I am Dr. Jus dental assistant. I assist him in all aspects of dentistry including procedures, set up, clean up, and ordering supplies. I like getting to know our patients on a more personal level and watching them grow up.
My husband and I are blessed with three kids and two grandkids. We reside in Pierce County and have one cat and three wiener dogs. We enjoy the beach and spend many weekends there relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet.