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Our company had a humble beginning. It was the second dental practice on the South Hill of Puyallup in 1971.
Dr. James P. Zanner purchased a mobile home and renovated it to build his dental practice. It sat across the street from what would become the South Hill Mall. Dr. Zanner built his practice by serving his patients with a caring, gentle touch. He firmly believed in staying up to date with the latest techniques in dentistry and was known for delivering “shots that didn’t hurt”. Hundreds of his patients still come to the practice today.
In 2021, we celebrated 50 years of serving the South Puget Sound community with the same mission.
Our company has grown to over 50 dentists and specialists working out of 22 locations with a support staff of approximately 250 people. It remains privately owned.
We are grateful and accept the responsibility of serving our community with the same kind nature of Dr. Zanner. Welcome to Light Dental Studios. We look forward to serving you.
Dr. James P. Zanner purchased a mobile home and renovated it to build his dental practice. It sat across the street from what would become the South Hill Mall. Dr. Zanner built his practice by serving his patients with a caring, gentle touch. He firmly believed in staying up to date with the latest techniques in dentistry and was known for delivering “shots that didn’t hurt”. Hundreds of his patients still come to the practice today.
In 2021, we celebrated 50 years of serving the South Puget Sound community with the same mission.
Our company has grown to over 50 dentists and specialists working out of 22 locations with a support staff of approximately 250 people. It remains privately owned.
We are grateful and accept the responsibility of serving our community with the same kind nature of Dr. Zanner. Welcome to Light Dental Studios. We look forward to serving you.
Dr. James Zanner's Dental Practice
South Hill of Puyallup in 1971
Dr. Steve Broughton & Dr. James Zanner
Purchasing Dr. Zanner's Practice
Dr. Steve Broughton
At Steve S. Broughton DDS, PS General Dentistry
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 1997
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 2001
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 2008
Dr. Steve Broughton, Dr. Angie Dunn & Dr. Adam Poyfair
Our First Dream Team in 2009
More Doctors!
Our Amazing Doctors in 2012
Our Loyal Patients
At Our Puyallup Campus in 2021
all our wonderful patients!
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General Information
What is Light Dental Studios?
Light Dental Studios is a comprehensive dental care provider that has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1971.
How many locations does Light Dental Studios have?
We have 21 convenient locations throughout the Puget Sound area to serve you better.
What areas do you serve?
Our 22 locations are spread across the Puget Sound area including Auburn, Bellevue, Bonney Lake, Burien, Covington, Fircrest, Kent, Lacey, Lakewood, Lynnwood, Maple Valley, Lilly Road in Olympia, Olympia, Pacific Avenue in Parkland, Puyallup, Orthodontics in Puyallup, Renton, Ruddell Road in Lacey, 6th Avenue in Tacoma, Lincoln District in Tacoma, Tacoma Mall Boulevard in Tacoma, and University Place to provide easy access to quality dental care.
What services do you offer?
Light Dental Studios offers a range of services including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, in-house denture lab, orthodontics, oral surgery, and periodontics.
Do you provide pediatric dentistry?
Yes, we offer specialized care for our younger patients to ensure they have a smile worth showing off at every age.
What cosmetic dentistry options are available?
We offer a range of cosmetic treatments including cosmetic bonding, Invisalign®, dental Botox®, teeth whitening, veneers, and more to help your smile shine brighter than a polished molar!
Appointments & Operations
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an appointment by calling our Kent East Hill office or by visiting our appointment page on our website.
What are your operating hours?
Our Kent East Hill office is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Thursdays from 7 AM to 4 PM
Do you offer emergency dental care?
Yes, we do provide emergency dental services. Please call our emergency after-hours number at (253) 719-3070
Disclaimer: Please note that the provided information above is based on general knowledge, and it's always recommended to consult with our doctors for personalized advice and recommendations regarding your or your child's specific dental needs and conditions. For any questions or concerns, please call our office.
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