ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS IN TACOMA & LAKEWOOD
Looking for a dentist near you? We’re now taking new patients
Whether you're due for a cleaning, looking for a new dentist, or realizing it's been quite a while since your last checkup, welcome.
Plancich Dental has cared for families in Tacoma and Lakewood since 1989 with thoughtful dentistry, familiar faces, and a team that takes the time to actually get to know you.
- 35+ years caring for Tacoma & Lakewood families
- Most major dental insurance accepted
- Family-owned practice
- Comfortable, welcoming visits
Rated 4.9 by patients in Tacoma & Lakewood
Dental cleaning that feels a lot more human
You don’t need a lecture about flossing. You need a dental team that listens, explains what they’re seeing, and helps you take care of your teeth without making the whole thing harder than it needs to be.
Here’s what’s included in your visit.
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PROFESSIONAL TEETH CLEANING
Your hygienist removes plaque and tartar your toothbrush can’t reach, then polishes your teeth until they feel minty fresh.
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COMPREHENSIVE DENTAL EXAM
We’ll look for cavities, gum problems, worn dental work, and other changes before they become bigger problems. We use this to build a plan around your individual needs.
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DIGITAL XRAYS
When needed, we take fast digital X-rays with significantly less radiation than traditional film, showing instant images we walk you through right there.
35+ years of caring for your smile
Dental issues have an annoying habit of being quiet at first. A cavity doesn’t always hurt when it’s small. Early gum disease may show up as a little bleeding when you floss. An older filling can start coming loose before you feel anything at all.
Plaque and tartar buildup is one of those issues that forms at the gumline and doesn’t come off with a toothbrush no matter how long you spend on it. Left alone, that buildup is what leads to gum disease, decay, and eventually bigger problems.
Our team at Plancich Dental will make sure you’re comfortable before removing plaque and hardened tartar from your teeth and around your gumline. Then we’ll polish away surface stains and check how your gums are doing. This process allows us to help prevent tooth decay, protect your gums, catch changes early, and—our favorite part— keep your smile feeling fantastically fresh.
“I am a new patient and am pleasantly surprised by how wonderful the entire experience has been. Meeting the receptionist, dental hygienists and Dr. Plancich, I could sense a real caring!! I couldn’t be happier!”
Excellent care runs in the family
For the Plancich family, dentistry isn’t just the family business. It’s how we’ve cared for our South Sound neighbors for more than three decades.
Dr. Gregory Plancich began practicing in Tacoma in 1989. Years later, his son, Bryce, followed him into dentistry in the community that raised him. Today, two generations of Plancich dentists lead our Tacoma and Lakewood offices with the same belief: really good dental care starts with really knowing your patients.
That’s why we take our time. We explain things. We look beyond the tooth that’s bothering you to understand what’s happening throughout your mouth. And we build relationships intended to last a whole lot longer than one appointment.
Caring for Tacoma & Lakewood families
Many of our patients have been with us for years, and some for generations. Whether you see us in our Tacoma or Lakewood practice, you’re known by name and given the same excellence of care.
Tacoma
2312 N. 30th Street, #201
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 272-7400
Lakewood
5726 100th St SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 581-2777
Getting started as a new patient is very easy
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Book online or give us a call
Online booking is available 24/7 for Tacoma and Lakewood. Or call us directly and our front desk staff will take it from there.
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We’ll take good care of you
We’ll get to know you, examine your teeth and gums, and talk about what’s important to you.
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Leave with a plan
If everything looks great, fantastic. If something needs attention, we’ll explain your options and what comes next.
Our most popular dental cleaning questions
Do you take my insurance?
We accept most major dental insurance plans and our team is happy to help you understand your benefits and make the most of them.
We work for our patients, not insurance companies, so the care we recommend is based on what your teeth need, not what your plan happens to cover.
If you’re not sure whether we work with your insurance, please call us at (253) 272-7400. We’d rather talk it through than have you settle for a dentist who isn’t right for you.
How long does a dental cleaning take?
A standard cleaning takes 45 to 60 minutes. If it’s your first visit with us, plan for a little extra time since we’ll likely do a full exam, take X-rays if needed, and go over your health history.
Does a cleaning hurt?
For most people, a routine cleaning is comfortable. If you have sensitive gums or it’s been a while, there may be some sensitivity, but we work at your pace and can use a topical anesthetic if you need it.
Can I bring my whole family?
Yes. New patients and families are welcome! We see patients of all ages at both locations. If you want to schedule the whole family on the same day, call us and we’ll do our best to get everyone in together.