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Top Excuses to Not Visit a Dentist


Keeping our patients’ teeth and gums healthy and smiles bright is something we love to do. And while we do a great job of it, and do our best to keep dentistry friendly and fun, there are many folks out there, those who have yet to discover North Seattle Dental, who are fearful any time…
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Calming Dental Visits

Tips for Staying Calm During Your Dental Visit


Even though we think everyone should love visiting their dentist, we get that some people out there just don’t share our enthusiasm. What’s not to like about making regular visits to friendly dentist to maintain a clean, healthy shiny smile? While you may, eventually, enjoy the product of your regular teeth cleanings and dental exams,…
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Dental Anxiety Relief

Dental Anxiety vs Dental Phobia


Feeling fearful about visiting a dentist? You’re not alone. About 40 million Americans do their best to postpone or avoid their dental visits because of dental anxiety and dental phobia. Unfortunately, when fear prevents you from regularly seeing a dentist, it also increases your chance for gum disease, early tooth loss, and can negatively impact…
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Meet North Seattle Dental Hygienist Joann

Meet North Seattle Dental Hygienist Joann


You could say it’s in Joann’s genes to help her patients smile more, as well as help keep their teeth healthy. Her mother was a dentist, so promoting good dental hygiene was a natural fit. She’s yet another one of our all-star hygienists who consistently brightens our patients smiles, as well as their day. When…
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Teething Babies

Baby Teething? Beware of Teething Jewelry


Is your child teething? If so, think twice about offering them a teething necklace, bracelet, or other teething jewelry. The FDA recently issued a warning against using these products, saying they could lead to strangulation, choking, serious injuries or death. When babies are born, all 20 of their teeth reside below their gumline. As these…
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Happy Dental Patients at North Seattle Dental

Protect Your Teeth & Gums with Preventative Care


Healthy teeth and a healthy smile play an important role in your overall health. Staying on top of your dental health and putting your dental benefits to good use will help prevent more serious, and costly, dental issues down the road. One of the biggest advantages of having dental insurance is the preventative care it…
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Best Seattle Dental Team

Our Dental Team is 2nd to None


Looking for a more friendly dental experience? Consider our dental team. Whether it’s greeting you when you check-in, scheduling your appointments or giving you plenty of TLC during your visit, the North Seattle Dental team is second to none! The team members are a big reason why patients keep coming back and why they refer…
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Brighten the Holidays

Brighten the Holidays With Your Smile – $75 off Teeth Whitening


What’s the gift that keeps on giving? Your bright smile! Brighten the Holidays for yourself and everyone around you! Now through December 20th, you can save up to $75 off on our teeth whitening services that can help you say goodbye to stained or yellow teeth, look younger and wow them with your smile. When…
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North Seattle Dental 12th Fan Invisalign Special

Invisalign Special – First 12 Patients Save $500


Looking to highlight your smile with straighter teeth? Our Hawktober Invisalign Special is back. Now through October, be one of the first 12 patients to reserve your spot for an Invisalign treatment and you’ll save an extra $500 off! Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign aligners are smooth, fit comfortably against your gums and teeth, and they’re…
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Lisa North Seattle Dental Manager

Taking Care of Business and Keeping Patients Happy – Meet Lisa


Helping the North Seattle Dental practice move smoothly and keeping patients happy is what Lisa does best. And she’s been doing it for over 14 years! Originally from Snohomish, Lisa is a Pacific Northwest original, who is just as comfortable getting dressed up for a night on the town with her hubby as she is exploring the…
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Dogs vs Night Guards


They’re soft, fluffy and irresistible. Rain or shine, your best friend is always there to greet you with a wag of the tail. And rain or shine, your dog is also there to sneak a chomp out of your mouthguard, nightguard or retainer whenever the opportunity strikes. Why? Dogs love mouthguards! They’re attracted to the…
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North Seattle Dental Hygienist Patty

Gentle Dental Care – Meet Hygienist Patty


This one-time Las Vegas dancer left the bright lights of showbiz for dentistry – much to the benefit of our patients and staff! Friendly, with a gentle touch, Patty is another one of our all-star dental hygienists who loves helping her patients keep their teeth clean and healthy. Adding skill and charm to her repertoire,…
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No Cavities at North Seattle Dental

Kids Cavity Free Club


It’s not easy being a kid, especially when parents ask them to do things like eat vegetables, clean their room and brush their teeth! Could anything be worse? Maybe. How about cavities? Recent studies indicate that over 40% of kids will have a cavity by the time they enter kindergarten and 21% of kids between…
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North Seattle Dental Assistant Gwen

Great Dental Care – Meet Dental Assistant Gwen


What makes for a good dental assistant? Someone who is a people person, a good listener, and offers plenty of compassion. That’s why Gwen is great. She provides our patients with all of these qualities, along with exceptional dental expertise and a sense of humor to boot. Here’s a little Q & A with Gwen….
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Zoom Teeth Whitening

A Brighter Smile in Two Hours


Rain or shine, a smile goes a long way to brighten the day for many of us. If you’re looking to highlight your smile a little more, treat yourself to our in-office  “smile spa”. In just two hours, you’ll comfortably unwind, while our Zoom! Teeth Whitening procedure safely brightens your smile – sometimes up 8 shades. During your whitening…
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