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Dr. David Crouch

Board Certified Orthodontist

Practices in Puyallup

Dr. David Crouch

Dr. Crouch feels so fortunate to live and work in the community in which he grew up - helping thousands to achieve amazing, beautiful, and healthy smiles.

He believes it is important to give back by helping charitable causes like the Puyallup Family YMCA, teaching at UW, serving as a Pierce College Trustee, and consulting at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital.

Education

Doctorate in Dentistry from the University of Washington in 1978
General practice residency in San Diego VA Medical Center
Three years of private family dental practice in Des Moines, WA
Master’s degree at UW’s prestigious orthodontic program in 1984
Board Certified with American Board of Orthodontics
Active member in Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists

Dr. Crouch has been named a Top Dentist 2020 by Seattle Met.

Further Orthodontics

Consultant to the SW Washington Maxillofacial/Cleft Palate Team for Special Needs Children at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital
Past Editor at the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists Journal

Community Involvement

5 years on the Board of Trustees at Pierce College
Helped fundraise for Good Samaritan’s Children’s Therapy Unit and Puyallup Family YMCA
Sponsor of numerous community school auctions and fundraisers
Co-chair 2018 Corks and Crush MultiCare Auction
Come Walk With Me Team, MultiCare Breast Cancer Awareness campaign

Dr. Crouch is currently an active member of

American Dental Association

Washington State Dental Association

Pierce County Dental Society

American Association of Orthodontists

Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists

Washington State Society of Orthodontists

American Cleft Palate – Craniofacial Association

World Federation of Orthodontists

Dr. Rachael Hass

Board Certified Orthodontist

Practices in Puyallup

Dr. Rachael Hass

Dr. Hass was born and raised in Washington state. She attended the University of Washington for her undergraduate studies, receiving a bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology. Her doctorate was earned at Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry. As one of the top students in her class, she was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. She continued her education at the University of Colorado for her orthodontic training, where she received a Master of Science in Dentistry. After finishing her schooling, she moved back home to Washington and joined Light Dental Studios to serve the people in the community where she grew up as a board-certified orthodontist.

In her free time, Dr. Hass can be found enjoying the outdoor activities that the Pacific Northwest has to offer like hiking, fishing, and camping. She has also played the flute since childhood and has continued her passion for music by practicing anytime she can.

Dr. Hass is known for always having a smile on her face, but that was not always the case. She was embarrassed by the way her teeth looked while growing up. She underwent extensive orthodontic treatment and multiple surgical procedures to correct her bite. From her experience, she fully empathizes with patient’s going through orthodontic treatment. Dr. Hass strives to provide personalized care to her patients by listening to their concerns and helping to relieve dental anxiety. Dr. Hass and the team at Light Dental Studios are looking forward to helping you achieve a beautiful smile!

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