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 The husband and wife dental team of Dr. John Hoag and Dr. Michelle Dotsch met in dental school at the University of Washington where they each received their Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1994. They are members of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Washington State Dental Association, the Seattle-King County Dental Society, various professional study clubs and the Academy of General Dentistry. Both Dr. Dotsch and Dr. Hoag regularly attend continuing dental education lectures and hands-on courses to update and expand their knowledge and have accumulated over 700 hours of continuing education in esthetic and restorative dentistry. Drs. Hoag and Dotsch enjoy their surrounding community immensely. Away from the office, they enjoy skiing, exploring the beautiful Northwest, and following their beloved Mariners. |
Premier service and creating your ultimate smile
- Working as a team toward the common goal of patient satisfaction
- Treating our patients as though they were family, friends and VIPs
- Being responsible with our patient's trust
- Providing the finest advances in dental treatment
- Offering options to help make exceptional dentistry affordable
No matter how great our skills and training as dentists, without our amazing support staff, we wouldn't be able to serve you the way you deserve. We put enormous trust in our team to greet you, make you comfortable, make your scheduling and payment experiences seamless and easy, and assist us as highly-trained technicians chair side. You'll perceive the easy-going, family atmosphere in our office and feel the comfort of our entire team looking after you.
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Sara L., Patient Coordinator Sara joined our team in August of 2008, bringing with her 10 years of dental experience. She has worked as a dental assistant, a patient coordinator, and also worked for a dental insurance company. She really knows all facets of dentistry, which makes our patients, feel at ease that they have a knowledgeable advocate in their dental care. She adeptly handles the scheduling, treatment coordinating and financial options for our patients. “I am so lucky to have found such a great place, where our patients really are like family!” After growing up in the Seattle area, Sara married and later moved to San Diego for 4 years, while her husband served in the U.S. Marine Corps. She is so happy they have moved back home, where she can enjoy time with her 3 sisters and 8 nieces and nephews. Outside of the office, Sara enjoys reading her favorite books, riding her bike and playing with her two puggles. |
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David Y., Insurance and Account Coordinator David also joined our team in August of 2008. David comes to us with 9 years of experience in the dental field. He started his career in dentistry as a dental assistant and then moved to the front office, where he enjoys giving patients excellent customer service by informing patients about their insurance, as well as building that trust with patients in being their advocate to make fine dentistry available to them. “I am so delighted to find doctors that genuinely care about their patients. Their consultative approach with patients is so important to me. They take the time to listen and really find out what the patient wants.” David spent his childhood in Texas and moved to the Seattle area in 1992. He loves the Pacific Northwest, especially having the mountains so close by to go hiking. Also, in his free time, David enjoys getting on the golf course and working on improving his game, which, as all golfers knows, is a perpetual process! |
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Lee R., Dental Hygenist The last thing a patient wants from a visit to the dentist is a lecture from their hygienist. Lee knows this only too well. “My role”, she says, “is to provide dental hygiene services while coaching patients to prevent disease and maintain the health of their mouths and bodies.” Is she qualified to coach? With extensive experience in the dental field, her awards include Southern California Dental Hygienist Association Clinician Award, Washington State Dental Hygiene Association Legislator of the Year, former president of the Greater Seattle Dental Hygiene Association, and former trustee to the Washington State Dental Hygienists' Association. Lee and her husband have called Ballard home for the last 13 years. When not at work, she enjoys remodeling her home, sailing, gardening, and “encouraging my husband to floss daily,” she says with a laugh. |
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Sally P., Dental Assistant With more than nine years of experience in the dental field, Sally knows what a difference her role makes to the comfort and relaxation of patients. As she is often the first person to see the patient, her warm and caring smile instantly puts them at ease. "Smiling is easy when you work with such wonderful patients," she explains. In addition to assisting the doctors chair side, Sally is responsible for patient x-rays, sterilization, and ensuring the operatories are ready for the next patient. Away from the office, Sally keeps busy with her husband and two sons, and enjoys photography and stretching her vocal chords performing Karaoke with her friends! |
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Mary L., Dental Assistant Mary has been with our team since December of 2007. Her upbeat attitude and calming personality has been such an asset for our patients. In addition to assisting the doctors chair side; she is in charge of our sterilization program and loves the added fun of helping assist with the Invisalign patients in our practice. Mary explains, “I enjoy the fact that dentistry is always improving and I can keep on top of those changes here, as the doctors put so much value and time in keeping our continuing education on the cutting edge.” Mary has lived in Lake Stevens her entire life. When she is not working, she enjoys anything that involves snow, traveling, and spending time with her husband. “It’s such a joy to work with all these wonderful people,” she says with a smile. |