- Dental Examination
- Teeth Cleaning“Dr. Kim is my favorite dentist! She has made my dentist visits something I look forward to vs. something I used to dread, especially since she was the first dentist to encourage me to use an electric toothbrush. I am a stickler for keeping my teeth cleaned but I guess I was always too lazy or resistant to trying the electric toothbrush (and paying the extra money for one), but THANKS to her encouragement and education (I appreciate that she took the time to do so), I got one and have been hooked, especially since it has helped to keep my teeth so clean that I don’t worry so much if Dr. Kim will find a cavity or something wrong with my gums when I see her. Dr. Kim is the best combination of being warm, approachable, caring and at the same time, extremely professional, experienced, and skilled at her practice. She does the BEST job on my teeth cleanings, which means she’s the most thorough but also the most pleasant/gentlest/ca reful so my teeth, mouth, and gums feel comfortable throughout the process. I’m looking forward to being able to bring my son to see her when he’s old enough. I am very grateful to that Dr. Kim is my dentist!”
- Fluoride Treatment“I’ve been working with this group for 2 years. I’ve had 4 checkups, one filling, a night guard, and a couple of fluoride treatments. the administrative staff (monica/tanya) have been consistently responsive and informative. my consistent hygenist (lisa) and dr. kim have been fun and very thorough. there haven’t been any surprises and out of pocket costs were always discussed up front. they even have good magazines in the waiting area.”
- Fillings
- VeneersPatients sometimes come into our office wanting some type of cosmetic update, but they are worried that a procedure such as veneers or surgery would be too overwhelming or intensive.
- Crowns“Called Dr. Kim today regarding a toothache. They got me right in (fantastic) and turned out that I needed a crown (yikes), Dr Kim and her staff are unbelievable, they treated me like royalty. They’re very detailed in every aspect of their jobs and during the drilling process I practically fell asleep. That’s how well they treated me and they made the whole experience comfortable. Thanks Dr Kim:)”
- Bridges
- Dental BondingDr. Kim’s dental philosophy is a conservative one that focuses on preserving your natural tooth structure whenever possible. For example, cosmetic bonding can often enhance your smile without removing any of your own tooth structure; rather, your existing tooth structure is covered with a material that looks like your natural teeth.
- Restorative DentistryOur restorative dentistry treatments emphasize a comprehensive, full mouth approach so that individual treatments work in harmony with your entire mouth and bite. We always discuss your exam results in depth with you, so that you have a good understanding of your own personal risk factors and the different treatment options available.
- Root Canal Treatment“Amazing!!!! It has taken me a long time to find a dentist that I trusted and most importantly felt comfortable with. I went to see Dr. Kim needing a root canal and had a major infection. After the exam I was told my root was so big I could loose my tooth. She promised me she would do her best and came through as she saved the tooth. I hesitate to go to dentist as I have never felt comfortable and Dr. Kim and her entire team is the best I have ever seen. The office is extremely clean (most important to me) and staff truly cares. I will bring my family to Dr. Kim and recommend to anyone in need of an A+ dentist.”
- Deep Cleaning“Coming from NYC and not having many connections in Seattle, I was nervous about picking the right dentist. I’m happy to say that I was very lucky to find Dr. Kim’s office. Dr. Kim and her entire staff all do an amazing job of helping you feel very welcomed, comfortable, and also really educate you on dental health and hygiene. Lisa, the hygienist, gave me a great deep cleaning that really helped my gums to heal and improve. She and Dr. Kim have a wonderful bedside manner, as does their assistant Deanna (I’ve even dozed off in the chair a few times!) Monica and Tanya are very clear about how much my insurance will cover and what I will need to pay, and they are more than willing to answer any questions you may have. I highly recommend Dr. Kim to anyone on the Eastside looking for the perfect dentist!”
- Dentures2) Scanning replaces messy, gooey impressions needed for restorations and appliances (such as crowns, bridges, dentures, and retainers). In fact, you won’t feel anything on your teeth as we use our small handheld wand to scan inside your mouth.
- Dental ImplantsDentists from around the world travel to Seattle to take courses at the Kois Center. This prestigious post-graduate level teaching center delivers the latest advances in esthetics, implants, and restorative dentistry through cutting edge continuing dental education.
- Oral Surgery
- Gum Surgery
- OrthodonticsThis patient’s front right upper tooth didn’t fully erupt. She didn’t want to do orthodontics (braces), nor did she realize that something could be done to improve the esthetics instantly in one day. Without removing any tooth structure, a composite veneer was placed on the tooth to elongate it. She was not interested in trying to match the gum levels. A huge improvement!
- Invisalign OrthodonticsThis patient’s main concern was her upper front right tooth. We informed her that we can straighten her teeth in our office, and she was interested in our Invisalign option but cannot do it at this time. So we informed her that we can still make the tooth look straight with a very conservative approach (without removing tooth structure) – though we explained to her that it wouldn’t be as good as straightening her teeth first. However, at the end the procedure, the patient was so surprised at how much better the tooth looked. She was very pleased, and it took less than one hour.
- BracesThis patient was surprised to find out that we could close the gap between his teeth without doing braces. He was so surprised at how natural his teeth looked and that he couldn’t see the composites.
- Teeth WhiteningWhile a case that involves full-mouth rehabilitation can be extensive, most often cosmetic results can be achieved with minimally invasive techniques. Sometimes a simple procedure, such as closing a gap or whitening a discoloration, can take place in one appointment and make a huge improvement.
- Cosmetic DentistryAfter graduating from the prestigious Kois Center (a world-renowned post-graduate level dental teaching center), she qualified to become a Mentor and now trains other dentists at the Kois Center. This extra training allows Dr. Kim to understand and treat more complex cases (including cosmetic dentistry, full mouth reconstruction, and more complicated bite problems), and allows her to treat simpler cases with greater care and knowledge (by being conservative and respectful of nature, science, anatomy, and patients’ concerns and desires).