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Your Trusted Dentist in Lakewood for Comprehensive Dental Care
Dental Health Associates is a patient-focused dental practice dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care to individuals and families in Lakewood, Steilacoom, University Place, and Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Since opening our doors, we have prioritized creating a welcoming environment where patients of all ages feel comfortable and valued. Our team of experienced dentistsDr. Kevin Kim, Dr. Sean Jung, Dr. David Stevens, and Dr. Mike Stevenscombines advanced training with a commitment to staying at the forefront of dental technology and best practices. We specialize in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, utilizing tools like digital x-rays, CEREC same-day crowns, and dental lasers to ensure precise, efficient treatments.Our family-friendly approach includes free on-site childcare, kid-friendly communication, and a play area to ease children's visits. We emphasize preventive care, sedation options for anxious patients, and comprehensive solutions for missing teeth, including dental implants. With decades of combined experience and a focus on building long-term patient relationships, we strive to make dental care accessible, stress-free, and tailored to each individual's needs.
Services
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Sedation Dentistry
CEREC Crowns
Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Root Canal Therapy
Teeth Whitening
Gum Contouring
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience across our dental team with advanced training in implants, orthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry.
- Our family-friendly office provides free on-site childcare and a dedicated play area for children's comfort.
- We utilize cutting-edge technology like CEREC same-day crowns and digital x-rays for precise, efficient treatments.
- Our sedation dentistry options help patients with anxiety receive care comfortably and stress-free.
- We maintain a 42-year legacy of serving the Lakewood community with personalized, compassionate dental care.
What people say
Friendly staff
Gentle care
Family-friendly
Pain-free procedures
Professional team
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through personalized treatments like porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers. We address issues such as staining, misalignment, and gaps using advanced techniques while ensuring natural-looking results. Patients benefit from consultations to create tailored plans that enhance both aesthetics and oral health, with options including CEREC same-day crowns and gum contouring for comprehensive improvements.
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium-root replacements that support crowns, bridges, or dentures. Our process includes detailed planning with 3D imaging and bone assessment to ensure long-term success. Patients regain chewing functionality and facial structure while avoiding adjacent tooth damage. With proper care, implants integrate naturally with the jawbone for durable, life-like results that boost confidence and oral health.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry helps anxious patients receive necessary care through nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV options. These methods reduce fear and discomfort while maintaining safety and awareness during procedures. Patients with dental phobias or complex needs can complete treatments in fewer visits with minimal stress. Our team carefully evaluates medical histories to determine the safest sedation approach for each individual's comfort.
CEREC Same-Day Crowns
CEREC technology enables us to create and place custom crowns in a single visit using digital impressions and precision milling. This eliminates multiple appointments and temporary crowns while preserving more natural tooth structure. Patients receive durable, color-matched restorations for damaged or decayed teeth within hours. The process combines advanced 3D imaging with biocompatible materials for efficient, long-lasting solutions that maintain smile aesthetics and function.
Pediatric Dentistry
Our pediatric dentistry focuses on creating positive early experiences through kid-friendly communication and a welcoming environment. Services include preventive care, cavity treatment, and growth monitoring for children aged 3+. The play area and free childcare help reduce anxiety, while our team emphasizes education for lifelong oral health habits. We address developmental concerns and provide protective treatments like sealants to ensure healthy smiles from an early age.
People
Dr. Kevin Kim
Dentist
Dr. Kevin Kim earned his DDS from the University of Southern California and completed advanced training at the Kois Center and Misch International Implant Institute. He specializes in implants, bone grafting, and cosmetic dentistry while maintaining memberships in the American Dental Association and Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Sean Jung
Dentist
Dr. Sean Jung holds a DDS from the University of Southern California and has pursued specialized education in orthodontics, sedation, and implantology. He is affiliated with the American Dental Association and American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, focusing on comprehensive care and patient comfort.
Dr. David Stevens
Dentist
Dr. David Stevens graduated from the University of Washington Dental School and has completed over 120 hours of implantology education. A member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, he emphasizes restorative solutions and family-centered care in his practice.
Dr. Mike Stevens
Dentist
Dr. Mike Stevens received his DDS from the University of Washington and focuses on general dentistry, endodontics, and implantology. He maintains active memberships in the Washington State Dental Society and American Academy of General Dentistry for continued professional development.
Questions
What cosmetic dentistry options are available?
We offer porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, gum contouring, and CEREC same-day crowns to address staining, misalignment, and structural imperfections with personalized treatment plans.
Do you provide dental implants?
Yes, we offer dental implants as permanent tooth replacement solutions using titanium posts that integrate with your jawbone for durable, natural-looking results supported by 3D imaging planning.
How can sedation dentistry help anxious patients?
Our sedation options (nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation) reduce anxiety and discomfort during procedures while maintaining patient safety and awareness for stress-free dental experiences.
What pediatric dental services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, cavity treatment, sealants, and growth monitoring for children aged 3+, along with a play area and free childcare to create positive early dental experiences.
Can I get same-day crowns?
Yes, our CEREC technology allows us to design, mill, and place custom crowns in one visit using digital impressions and biocompatible materials without temporary restorations.
What emergency dental services are available?
We treat dental emergencies including broken teeth, severe pain, and infections with prompt appointments to address urgent needs while minimizing discomfort and complications.
