Practice Philosophy
Mission Statement
Our goal is to provide exemplary dental care in a spirit of tender loving kindness.
Health
At Pike Place Dental, we are committed to helping patients achieve the oral health they desire. One of our most important roles is to be knowledgeable dental health educators: we make patients aware of the best modern dentistry so they can make educated choices. We hope that patients will make an educated choice for dental health, so that their overall health and quality of life will be improved.
Poor oral health can affect the health of the entire body. People that have missing or uncomfortable teeth tend to make different food choices than those with comfortable, fully-functioning dentition. They tend to eat softer foods that are easier to chew, and are lower in fiber and roughage. It is well-documented that people with adequate fiber in their diet have reduced risk for colon cancer. A diet high in simple carbohydrates, that tend to be easier to eat, increases risk for diabetes and heart disease. Recent studies have also shown that people with periodontal disease have an increased risk for heart disease. In addition, some case studies seem to indicate that the presence of mercury-silver fillings increases chances of experiencing a myriad of health concerns.
Preventative dentistry is always better than restorative dentistry. As proud as we are of the advances in modern dentistry, we believe that a good measure of humility is in order when we realize that what Mother Nature gave us is better than what any dentist can do.
Safety
Our patients can also be assured that we follow "Universal Precautions" in our practice to ensure the protection of every patient, and to prevent the spread of any disease. We follow procedures developed and recommended by The Centers for Disease Control and the American Dental Association.
Environmentalism
Pike Place Dental uses techniques and procedures to minimize our impact on the environment. We "reduce, reuse and recycle," and do not use toxic materials, like mercury-silver fillings, that contaminate our water supply. To "walk lightly on the earth" is a top priority.