Dentists in Puyallup, WA - Frederickson
5610 176th Street East
Suite D108
Puyallup, WA 98375
- Monday:8:00-7:00
- Tuesday:8:00-7:00
- Wednesday:7:00-4:00
- Thursday:8:00-7:00
- Friday:8:00-5:00
- Saturday:8:00-2:00
- Sunday:Closed
Local Offers
New Patients
$100 Off Non-Covered Services
New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.
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Ortho Special
Braces from $99 Month
Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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New Patients
$109 Exam & X-Rays
Includes Comprehensive Exam and Full Mouth X-Rays and 1 year membership in the Gentle Dental Smile Plan.
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About This Location
Puyallup Gentle Dental is conveniently located in the shopping plaza at the southeast corner of Canyon Road East and 176th Street East. Our office is south across the parking lot from Starbucks and just west of Safeway.
We offer late evening hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, as well as openings on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. To make dental care affordable, we accept almost all forms of dental insurance.
We also offer options for our clients without coverage, including payment plans and a Dedicated Dental Plan that lowers the cost of most procedures by 20 percent or more. Our Puyallup Gentle Dental practice offers general family dentistry, including annual and semiannual checkups, oral hygiene education for patients of all ages, cavity fillings, root canals, and more.
Our caring and experienced team of dentists, surgeons, and dental hygienists will ensure your visit goes smoothly, and that any procedures you undergo are stress-free. Our goal is to make lifelong clients—we’ll do everything we can to make sure your visit with us is a positive experience.
Feel free to call our helpful front office staff anytime to schedule a consultation or appointment. We’re happy to discuss our current offers and openings with you, and answer any questions you have about the procedures we offer or the financial plans we bring to our clients.
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5610 176th Street East
Suite D108
Puyallup, WA 98375
Meet Our Dentists in Puyallup
Alireza Nassiri
Charmaine Felix
Charmaine Felix D.D.S. General Dentist
About Me
Dr. Felix says “Dentistry attracted me because I wanted an opportunity to educate others about the importance of dental health while being in a hands-on environment. I will make sure that I am here to take care of their dental needs and will do what I can to ensure a comfortable and positive experience. I love being able to interact and talk with patients knowing that I am making a difference in promoting healthier, beautiful smiles!”
After graduating from the University of Washington, Dr. Felix received her Dental Degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Washington Academy of General Dentistry.
Of her free time out of the office, Dr. Felix says, “I enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends. Also, I Love to dance! I’ve trained in over five dance styles and play the piano and sing.” She has also trained in the martial art Krav Maga.
Education
B.S., Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology–University of Washington
D.D.S.–University of Washington School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Dental Association
Washington Academy of General Dentistry
Drew Lawhorne
Drew Lawhorne D.D.S. General Dentist
About Me
Dr. Lawhorne says, “I love my job and I am passionate about dentistry! I really believe in preventative and minimally invasive dentistry, and I will give you my best every time you are in my chair. I believe that taking the time to educate my patients is the best way to run a practice. One of my goals is for you to be as interested in taking are of your teeth as I am.”
He continues, “I was first attracted to dentistry for a love of science and people. I like meeting new people, helping others, problem solving. I always wanted to be some kind of health care professional and Dentistry is so multifaceted and so dynamic!.”
After graduating from Washington & Lee University, Dr. Lawhorne received his Dental Degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Association of General Dentistry.
Dr. Lawhorne says “I enjoy being active and playing sports, like soccer, tennis, and racquetball. I watch a lot of soccer and am a big fan of Manchester United. Also, being outside in nature for fishing, tossing the frisbee or birdwatching.”
Education
B.S., Biology–Washington & Lee University
D.D.S.–Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry
Residency–Monmouth Medical Center
Affiliations
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
Lester Woo
Lester Woo D.D.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
ABOUT ME
Dr. Woo says, “For me, dentistry combines creative artistry with the fundamentals of science. I try to create a welcoming and comforting environment by treating each of my patients like family.”
After graduating from the University of California at Berkeley, Dr. Woo received his Dental Degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry.
EDUCATION
B.S., Biochemistry–University of California, Berkeley
D.D.S.–University of Southern California
Oral and Maxillofacial training– University of Southern California
Randy Ogata
Randy Ogata D.D.S., Orthodontist
About Me
Introducing Randy Ogata D.D.S., our Orthodontist at Gentle Dental, specializing in creating beautiful smiles at our Lynnwood and Puyallup Washington locations. He previously served as the Executive Director of the Seattle-King County Dental Society and the Seattle-King County Dental Foundation.
Recently hired for the Puyallup office, Dr. Ogata specializes in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, using his expertise to create beautiful smiles for his patients. A graduate of the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology in 1987, Dr. Ogata continued his dental education at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry, earning his D.D.S. degree in 1991.
He furthered his studies in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Oklahoma University Health Science Center Dental School, completing his post-graduate program in 1994. Dr. Ogata’s passion for dentistry stems from his desire to serve others, helping patients achieve the smile of their dreams. He cherishes the ability to make a positive impact in people’s lives and build meaningful relationships with his patients and their families.
Beyond dentistry, he enjoys being a dedicated volunteer and leader in Scouts with his sons. His hobbies include fishing, fly-fishing, fly tying, model rocketry, model railroads, kayaking, canoeing, and camping, reflecting his love for outdoor activities and exploring nature. With a warm smile and a commitment to patient care, Dr. Randy Ogata looks forward to helping patients achieve the smiles of their dreams.
Education
University of Washington
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry
Oklahoma University Health Science Center Dental School
Affiliations
Seattle-King County Dental Society
Washington State Dental Association
American Dental Association
Sirisha Munimadugu
Sirisha Munimadugu B.D.S., M.S.D, Periodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Munimadugu has extensive expereance with Implant placement, Extractions and Bone Grafting, Gingival Recession Treatments, Connective Tissue Grafts, Tissue and Bone Regeneration, Crown lengthening, Gingivoplasty, Frenectomy and the Surgical treatment of peri-implantitis.
She was awarded her dental degree in from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in India. She completed a fellowship from University of California, San Francisco. Thereafter, Dr. Munimadugu received her Masters and Certificate in Periodontics from theUniversity of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She is also trained in Moderate Parenteral Conscious Sedation. Dr. Munimadugu is Board-Certified Periodontist and a member of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Munimadugu lives in North Seattle with her husband and two children. She enjoys cooking, biking and gardening in her free time.
EDUCATION
B.D.S.–Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Fellowship–UC San Francisco School of Dentistry
M.S., Periodontics–University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
AFFILIATIONS
American Board of Periodontology
Tripti Pawar
Tripti Pawar B.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist
About Me
Dentistry runs in her family–she is a 3rd generation dentist! She loves the idea of a career that could help people in such an important way. It is not just about straightening the teeth, it’s about creating a beautiful and confident smile.
She says “the satisfaction and confidence on my patients faces when the orthodontic treatment is completed is priceless.” She loves to make them smile!
Dr. Pawar received her dental degree from the University of Sydney School of Dentistry. She later was awarded her M.S.D. and her Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists. She speaks Hindi, too. Away from the office, Dr. Pawar and her family enjoy snowboarding and hiking.
Education
B.D.S.-University of Sydney School of Dentistry
M.S.D.-University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Certificate in Orthodontics–University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
California Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
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- Anthem Blue Cross
- Assurant
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- MetLife
- Principal
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