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Light Dental Proudly Serves Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families

Whether you're an active or former service member, Light Dental Studios is here for you and your oral health. We take military insurances at all our locations up and down the Puget Sound coast--from Olympia to Lynnwood, and of course, the Joint Base Lewis-McChord area in between! Whether you are looking for routine dental care or more advanced dental treatment our team is here to give you the care you deserve. From coordinating appointments and referrals to submitting paperw

Gum Grafting: How Light Dental Studios Restores Your Smile and Protect Your Oral Health

Have you been experiencing increased tooth sensitivity, bleeding gums, or teeth that appear longer than usual? These could be signs of gum recession—a condition that affects 30–70% of the population , according to periodontal research by Light Dental Studios' very own Dr. Amit Gharpure . While it may seem like just a cosmetic concern, recession of the gums can lead to tooth sensitivity, root decay, bone loss, and even tooth loss if left untreated. Thanks to advances in m

Free Dental Day Helps Combat Rising Cost of Dental Care

For Dr. Steven Broughton and his staff at Light Dental Studio on South Hill, giving back to the local community where the practice began is second nature. As the years have passed since Broughton graduated dental school in 1997, the price of dentistry has skyrocketed, he said. “People simply don’t have the money to fix their teeth,” Broughton said. Gordon McCoy came to a free dental care event Saturday expecting to get at least one of his painful decaying teeth treated. Inste

Light Dental Is Recognized by the Health Department and EnviroStars Program

Light Dental Studios humbly accepts recognition from the Health Department and the EnviroStars Program. This acknowledgment highlights our commitment to reducing hazardous materials and waste. Our goal is to protect public health, municipal systems, and the environment. This latest designation from EnviroStars starts in 2025 and is valid through 2027. For over 12 years, we have proudly maintained a FIVE STAR rating in the EnviroStars Program. This achievement reflects our ded