Going Above and Beyond PPE
Light Dental Studios is keeping our patients and team safe by exceeding CDC requirements.

  • KN95 Masks
  • Face Shields
  • Aerosol Reducing Suction
  • Limiting Reception Room Occupancy
  • Screening Protocol for Patients & Staff
  • Infrared Thermometers
  • Acrylic Sneeze Guards
  • Bacterial & Virus Neutralizing
  • Disinfection Agents
  • Additional Disinfection Measures
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Welcome to Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue

Newly remodeled with the latest in modern technology


Parkland Tacoma Dentist Office
Our Tacoma/Parkland Office
Formerly known as the office of Dr. Rick K. Ouhl, we would like to welcome you to Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue proudly serving Tacoma, Parkland, and any surrounding areas.

Our friendly team strive to make you feel comfortable and at ease with each and every visit. We offer you the care and individual attention that you deserve. At our Pac Ave/Parkland dentist office, we have pursued the training that lets us care for all your family’s dental needs. We welcome all ages of patients, from children just getting their first teeth to our seniors who may need some gentle care to maintain their smiles.

Our newly, larger remodeled space at Pacific Avenue will host the latest in dental technology such as digital panoramic and digital x-rays, lasers and electric hand-pieces.


Looking for a dentist in Tacoma?

Our gentle, experienced Parkland Dental team of Dr. Cere and Dr. Haq, at Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue is dedicated to your family’s comfort and has years of experience in several areas of dentistry including preventative (cleaning and sealants) and general dentistry, periodontics (gum disease), endodontics (root canals), dental implants and cosmetic dentistry (teeth whitening and veneers). Our techniques can not only enhance your smile but can also improve your quality of life and promote a healthier self-esteem.

Contact us to schedule your appointment  at Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue today!
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Our dentists have been voted Top Dentist by Showcase Magazine 4 years in a row.


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What Sets Us Apart
Creating Smiles with a Soft Touch


When you walk into our Parkland Pacific Avenue dentist office, you'll be greeted by our friendly professional staff. Our top priority is that you and your family experience pain-free dental visit at all levels.

Providing you with the most pleasant dental experience while offering you the most advanced dental technology, our talented dentist in Parkland strives to make you part of our family with our loving, compassionate and caring attention to details.

Finding the right dentist for your entire family can be frustrating. Here at Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue, we offer exceptional yet affordable dental care including a number of specialty dental services and extensive general, cosmetic, surgical, restorative, and preventative dentistry.

We pride ourselves on providing patients with tailored dental procedures that improve all aspects of their oral health. With extensive training and expertise beyond general dentistry, our dentists provide patients with exception care that yield long-lasting results.









Office Information

Come visit our Parkland Pacific Avenue dentist office today!



We would like to extend a very warm welcome to you! We sincerely appreciate you choosing Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue for your dental care and we look forward to getting to know you. Light Dental Studios now offers same day, Saturday and evening appointments. Imagine that your entire family can be seen in just one visit. Not only are we bigger, but we also provide all specialty services under one roof. Contact Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue today!

Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue

Address: 11517 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444

Phone: (253) 537-6511

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours

Monday: 7AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 7AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 7AM - 5PM
Thursday: 7AM - 5PM
Friday: 7:30AM - 4:30PM

Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue

Address: 11517 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444

Phone: (253) 537-6511

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours

Monday: 7AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 7AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 7AM - 5PM
Thursday: 7AM - 5PM
Friday: 7:30AM - 4:30PM

Specialty Dentistry
Our In-House Specialty Care

Specialty Dentistry



When it comes to finding the right dentist for your family, you may want to make sure that you choose a trustworthy dentist you can count on to restore your teeth and your overall oral health. Light Dental Studios of Pacific Avenue ensures that you have access to our specialty dental services. Our Parkland Pacific Avenue team of dental experts is more than happy to get you in with our specialists at your convenience. Our specialty dental services are provided by our highly skilled and experienced dental professionals.

Dental Sleep Medicine

Dr. Shelly Bedayse is Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. She is our Sleep Medicine doctor located in our Tacoma Mall Blvd. Office. She prides herself on building lifelong patient-doctor relationships by providing a positive dental experience.

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Implants & Periodontics

Our in-house Periodontist is proficient in all aspects of surgical periodontal care and implant surgery. We also have several in-house Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons that can perform complicated dental procedures.

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In-House Denture Lab

Here at Light Dental Studios we have in-house denture laboratories, with skilled technicians who can make dentures, partials, and perform denture relines efficiently and quickly. Our denture laboratories support all offices in the Light Dental Studios family.

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Orthodontics

Based on our diagnostic tools including a clinical exam, plaster models of your teeth, and special X-rays, we will decide whether orthodontics are recommended, and develop a treatment plan that's right for you.

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