When you visit Distinctive Dentistry in Tacoma, Washington, you will experience our “Patients as Family” philosophy. Quite simply, we treat our patients as we’d like to be treated.
Extraordinary Skill, Superior Service
Extraordinary Skill, Superior Service
When you visit Distinctive Dentistry in Tacoma, Washington, you will experience our “Patients as Family” philosophy. Quite simply, we treat our patients as we’d like to be treated.
About Us
Welcome to Distinctive Dentistry
We strive to build lifelong relationships. That means we welcome. We listen. We care. We work as a team to provide comprehensive dental exams, coordinate your care, and take the time needed to understand your concerns and attend to your comfort. Our team truly sees beyond the "patient" to the "person." See the locations we serve.
Our Services
Are you looking for a modern, full-service dental office in Tacoma, WA? If your answer is yes, you are in precisely the right place!
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Address
5615 Valley Ave. E., Tacoma, WA 98424
Phone
(253) 922-6822
Hours
Monday - Thursday
7am - 4pm
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Rachel Phillips
Dr. Rachel Phillips, a skilled and compassionate dentist, is excited to lead Distinctive Dentistry into a promising future while upholding the practice's esteemed legacy. Having worked from a young age alongside her parents at the family-owned practice, Rachel's experience and understanding of patient care have shaped her into a proficient and empathetic dental professional.
After obtaining her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California, Rachel was selected through a national application process to be one of five residents to receive specialized training in treating medically complex patients through the renowned Swedish Medical Center General Practice Residency (GPR). This year-long program included a strong clinical focus on extractions, implants, IV sedation, general anesthesia, restorative dentistry, endodontics, pediatric dentistry, and removable prosthodontics. Dedication to continuous learning keeps Rachel at the forefront of advancements in dentistry, offering her patients the best treatment possible.
Beyond dentistry, Rachel is equally devoted to giving back to the community, building upon the foundation her father laid. In her downtime, she finds joy in indulging in a good book, invigorating yoga sessions, running, enjoying the outdoors, and spending cherished moments with her beloved canine companion, Winston. Embracing Distinctive Dentistry's values, Rachel treats each patient like family and is committed to maintaining the legacy of compassionate, affordable, and advanced dental care for years to come.
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3-D printing is an exciting and quickly evolving tool. There are numerous innovative applications for 3-D digital technology in dentistry. As your family dentist, we understand the importance of implementing new technologies as they arise. Currently, most dental health professionals utilize both digital and traditional treatment methods, depending on the individual circumstances of each patient.…
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3D printing is an emerging technology that has ground-breaking applications in the field of dentistry. There are 3D printers and materials manufactured specifically for dentists. 3D printers produce highly accurate orthodontic models, restorations, dentures, aligners, retainers, crowns, bridges, as well as surgical guides. The source material used in the printing process varies, depending on which…
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COVID-19 negatively impacts the oral health of many patients – even those patients who have not contracted the disease. A consequence of this unprecedented pandemic is that dentists are seeing a significant spike in cavities, cracked teeth, and gum disease. Dentists in some areas have reported a 120% increase in patients with these issues, compared…
Distinctive Dentistry accepts most insurance and is a preferred provider with Washington Dental Service/Delta Dental, Aetna, Assurant, Cigna, Regence and Premera