Business Details
Your Trusted Family Dentistry Practice in Edmonds, WA
At Apatoff Family Dentistry, we are committed to delivering patient-friendly dental care for individuals of all ages. Our practice emphasizes preventive care to minimize the need for extensive treatments, prioritizing natural oral health through conservative approaches. With a combined experience of over four decades, our father-daughter dental team brings a wealth of knowledge from diverse professional backgrounds, including service in the U.S. Public Health Service and U.S. Army. We believe in collaborative decision-making, working closely with patients to select the most appropriate materials and techniques for their unique needs.Our office utilizes time-tested methods alongside modern advancements to ensure durable, aesthetically pleasing restorations tailored to each patient's preferences. For complex cases, we coordinate with trusted specialists to maintain the highest standards of care. Our dedicated administrative team member ensures seamless operations, allowing us to focus on creating a stress-free environment that addresses dental anxiety while maintaining continuity of care through direct doctor-patient interactions.
Services
Preventive Care
Teeth Whitening
Dental Fillings
Crowns & Bridges
Implant Restorations
Dentures
Root Canals
Highlights and features
- We combine 40+ years of experience in restorative and preventive dentistry
- Our father-daughter team maintains continuity of care through direct doctor-patient interaction
- We offer customized treatment plans using both traditional and modern dental techniques
- Our practice specializes in anxiety-reducing care for nervous patients
- We coordinate with specialists for complex oral surgery and root canal needs
Services
Preventive Care
Our preventive care focuses on disease prevention through regular cleanings and periodontal maintenance performed by dentists. This approach ensures early detection of oral health issues while maintaining continuity of care through direct doctor-patient interaction. We emphasize conservative treatment strategies to minimize the need for invasive procedures.
Teeth Whitening
We offer dentist-supervised whitening systems with custom-molded trays for comfortable, personalized treatment. Our professional-grade solutions effectively address tooth discoloration while ensuring proper application techniques to protect dental health during the whitening process.
Dental Fillings
We provide both composite (tooth-colored) and amalgam (silver) fillings, allowing patients to choose between aesthetic and durable options. Our conservative approach prioritizes minimal tooth structure removal while ensuring long-lasting restorations that maintain dental integrity.
Crowns & Bridges
We offer gold crowns for their durability and aesthetic alternatives for patients preferring metal-free options. Our bridges utilize proven techniques to replace missing teeth, focusing on both functional restoration and natural appearance while maintaining proper bite alignment.
Dentures
With over four decades of experience, we fabricate and repair complete and partial dentures tailored to individual oral anatomy. Our approach emphasizes comfort, functionality, and natural aesthetics while ensuring proper fit and bite adjustment for long-term use.
People
David Apatoff, DDS
Dentist
A University of Maryland graduate with 20 years in U.S. Public Health Service, Dr. Apatoff brings extensive experience in comprehensive dental care across all ages, emphasizing conservative treatment approaches.
Alexis Apatoff, DMD
Dentist
A Tufts University graduate and former U.S. Army dentist, Dr. Apatoff combines military experience with leadership roles in dental associations, continuing her father's patient-centered care philosophy.
Julie Fees, RDA
Dental Assistant
With 30+ years in dentistry, Julie provides clinical support and manages administrative operations, contributing to the practice's smooth functionality through her extensive experience and patient-focused approach.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for families?
We provide comprehensive care including preventive exams, teeth whitening, fillings, crowns, bridges, implant restorations, dentures, and root canals with personalized treatment plans.
How do you accommodate anxious dental patients?
Our patient-friendly approach focuses on creating stress-free environments with direct doctor communication and gradual treatment pacing to address dental anxiety effectively.
What makes your practice different from other dental offices?
Our father-daughter team combines 40+ years of experience with conservative treatment philosophy, offering both traditional gold restorations and modern aesthetic options tailored to patient preferences.
Do you handle complex dental procedures in-house?
We perform basic oral surgery and root canals, while partnering with specialists for advanced cases to ensure optimal care outcomes for complex dental needs.
How are treatment materials selected for patients?
We collaboratively decide on materials with patients, offering choices between time-tested options like gold crowns and modern aesthetic restorations based on individual needs and preferences.
