Meet Our Dental Team – Burien, WA
Friendly, Social, and Passionate About Oral Health
There is a genuine desire to help others among our dental team at Seahurst Smiles of Burien. From the friendly and welcoming smiles offered by our front desk staff to the meticulous detail exhibited by our dental hygienist and assistant, we take great care of our dentistry patients by personalizing their experience, answering their questions, addressing their concerns, and ensuring they feel good about their smiles. To learn more about us, we invite you to read our bios below.
Tina, Administration
Out of Tina’s 30+ years of working in the dental field, she has spent 21 of them (and counting) here at Seahurst Smiles of Burien. She cherishes the fantastic relationships she gets to build with our team members and patients. When she’s not at the dental office, she indulges in one of her many hobbies, which include crafting, hanging out on the Washington beaches, and laughing with her friends, neighbors, and family members.
Laura, Dental Assistant
Laura has been a dedicated and valued member of our team for nearly her entire dental career, which spans over 30 years! She completed dental assisting programs at both the Puget Sound Skills Center and Lake Washington Institute of Technology. With a strong passion for continuing education, Laura embraces the ever-evolving nature of dentistry and enjoys staying up to date with the latest techniques and technologies. What she loves most about her role is helping patients improve their dental health and regain confidence in their smiles. Her compassionate approach and wealth of experience make her an essential part of our practice.
Outside the office, Laura cherishes time with her family, friends, and two beloved dogs. She enjoys cooking, reading, gardening, beach combing for shells and stones, and taking road trips to explore the beautiful state of Washington.
Karla, Dental Hygienist
Karla has 30+ years of dental experience under her belt, almost all of which were spent right here at Seahurst Smiles of Burien. She studied at Yakima Community College and has completed sedation dentistry training as well as a certification in dental lasers. She loves being part of such a great team and interacting with our wonderful patients!
Karla and her husband have two daughters, one of whom is training to become a commercial airline pilot and the other is newly married, living in Wisconsin, working and pursuing her college degree. In her free time, Karla loves hosting game nights, exploring new destinations both near and far, watching movies, and discovering local adventures and restaurants.