Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dentist in Renton, WA
Optimal Dental has been a trusted provider of comprehensive dental care in the Renton Highlands for over three decades. Founded in 1991 by Dr. Robert L. Odegard, our practice combines advanced technology with personalized service to deliver exceptional oral health solutions. Our team of experienced dentists specializes in restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry, utilizing cutting-edge techniques such as CEREC one-visit crowns, 3D CT scan technology, and painless sedation dentistry. We prioritize patient comfort and education, offering nitrous oxide, entertainment during appointments, and thorough explanations of all procedures.Recognized with the Malcom Baldridge-style Total Quality Business Award and named Best Dentist in Renton by the Renton Reporter, we maintain strict sterilization protocols and a commitment to continuing education. Our mission is to build long-term relationships through honest, aesthetic care while empowering patients to achieve optimal oral health and confidence in their smiles.
Services
Dental Implants
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Gum Disease Treatment
Teeth Whitening
CEREC Crowns
Veneers
Invisalign
Fillings
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Award-winning practice serving Renton Highlands for over 30 years
- Offering advanced dental technology including CEREC one-visit crowns
- Dedicated to personalized patient care and comfort
- Strict sterilization measures for patient safety
- Team of experienced dentists with specialized training
Associations and certifications
- Malcom Baldridge Business Award
- Renton Reporter Best of Renton Awards
What people say
Warm welcome
Personal thought
Professional and nice
Make it easy and relaxing
Best dentist
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that mimic natural teeth in function and appearance. Our practice offers single-tooth implants, implant-supported dentures, and full-mouth reconstruction options. Using advanced 3D CT scan technology, we ensure precise placement and long-term success rates exceeding industry standards.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services include porcelain veneers, professional teeth whitening, and bonding procedures to address discoloration, chips, and gaps. We utilize shade-matching technology and minimally invasive techniques to create natural-looking, durable results that enhance patients' confidence and facial aesthetics.
Restorative Dentistry
Comprehensive restorative care covers fillings, crowns, bridges, and root canals to repair damaged teeth. We use biocompatible materials like porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns and composite resins that preserve tooth structure while restoring function and preventing further decay or infection.
Gum Disease Treatment
We provide both non-surgical (scaling and root planing) and surgical treatments for periodontal disease. Our approach includes personalized maintenance plans and education on home care techniques to halt disease progression and prevent tooth loss.
CEREC Crowns
Using CAD/CAM technology, we fabricate and place custom porcelain crowns in a single visit. This eliminates multiple appointments while maintaining precise fit and strength. The digital workflow ensures accurate color matching and natural tooth contours.
People
Nate McKenna
Dentist
Dr. Nate McKenna provides comprehensive dental care with focus on restorative and cosmetic treatments. He collaborates with patients to develop personalized treatment plans while emphasizing preventive care and long-term oral health maintenance.
Olivia Owens
Dentist
Dr. Olivia Owens specializes in aesthetic dentistry and patient comfort techniques. She stays current with continuing education to offer modern solutions for smile transformations and complex dental rehabilitation cases.
Robert L. Odegard
Founder & Dentist
Dr. Robert L. Odegard established Optimal Dental in 1991 after graduating from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. With Master status in the Academy of General Dentistry and Diplomate recognition in oral implantology, he leads continuing education initiatives and complex treatment planning.
Questions
What dental specialties do you offer?
We provide restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry services including crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, and CEREC same-day crowns.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent cases during regular business hours and provide after-hours contact instructions.
How do you ensure patient safety?
We follow strict sterilization protocols using steam sterilizers for all instruments and maintain updated infection control certifications.
What technology do you use?
Our office features 3D CT scanning, CEREC CAD/CAM crown technology, and digital imaging to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficiency.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (425) 277-4000 during business hours or request an appointment through our website for new patient consultations.