What To Expect At Hansen Dentistry in Tacoma WA

High-tech meets old-school patient care. We have all the latest dental equipment and training, and we combine that with an old-school commitment to patient care. For example, after every procedure you’ll get a phone call from the dentist to check in to see how you are doing. Not to mention the blankets, pillows, and TV's at every dental chair. We are proud to be a legacy dental practice with deep roots in the Tacoma community. My father bought the practice from Dr. John Gould in 1987, after his graduation from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Even with all this history, our Tacoma WA dental practice continues to grow and evolve. We’re particularly proud of how our practice has served the community of patients with cancer, who face a unique set of dental issues.

Your First Tacoma WA Dental Appointment

We'll start by listening to what you want. What do you hope to achieve under our care? Your medical history will be reviewed so that we can safely care for you. X-rays and photos will be taken, if you haven't had them in a while. The dentist will perform a thorough exam, this is really key to coming up with a game plan moving forward. During that exam we will identify any issues that may exist and then prioritize them in terms of what needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Rest assured, at Hansen Dentistry your understanding of recommended treatment and comfort is our top priority.

Our Role

Our role is to make you feel comfortable and educated about all things related to your oral health care. But more than that is to give you options. To look at your situation compassionately, creatively and cleverly. So we'll take the time to get to know you, your situation and the best way to move forward to address any issues and concerns you may have. We're proud of our awards and 35 year track recored but we plan on proving ourselves to you each and every time you interact with Hansen Dentistry.

Your Role

Probably the only thing you've heard more often than "lather, rinse, repeat" is "floss and brush." Creating a daily ritual around your teeth reduces pain and hassle for everyone. We may also come up with other strategies for you, like wearing a night guard, for example. We will always try to minimize your assignments but we do ask for you to follow through with what we request from you. Let's work together to ensure that we're both smiling over the long haul.