32 Good Reasons

Lydia Sun

***UPDATE*** Dr. Barrett sold his practice to a dental corporation. Although the current dentist is good, they only sign 2 year contracts. Dr. Do is no longer with 32 Good Reasons. I had a terrible experience with the front desk staff at my last visit. For 20 years, they had always been so helpful and responsive. A new person I had never seen before treated me like I didn't matter, and insinuated I was a liar. She dismissed me when I tried to tell them I had called and emailed on multiple occasions to reschedule my appointment.

They were behind schedule by 30 minutes. Again, something I had never experienced here in 20 years. No one is invested in this dental practice now that Dr. Barrett is gone. The front desk manager listened to my concerns but ultimately, it felt like I was met with lukewarm indifference. I wouldn't be surprised at all if the office manger is also on her way out. It's such a shame to see this dental office seemingly deteriorate overnight. I will not be returning. Easiest decision I've made in awhile.

--‐----------------------------------------------------------------------- I've been with Dr. Barrett for over 20 years. He is a very experienced and thoughtful dentist. I'm always asking him questions to better understand things, and he takes the time to make sure everything is explained. Most people don't like getting their teeth cleaned, but I do enjoy seeing Dr. Barrett at the end of my visits. His office will honor your requests if you have specific needs, and they are very accommodating and professional.

April 24, 2024

Valorie Howard

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Barrett’s for many years. Prompt, professional and happy staff. Addresses issues and doesn’t perform unneeded procedures. Highly recommend.

June 15, 2025

Kristina Croonquist

I and my family have been having great dental care by the team at 32 Good Reasons for over 30 years now. We feel luck to have found Dr Barrett and his team helping us navigate all teeth issues in our family. Very caring, reasonably prices, trustworthy and skilled.

We highly recommend this dental practice. As an added bonus we have never had an appointment where there was not ample free parking available in their reserved spaces.

July 26, 2023

Robert Wang

32 Good Reasons, this whole office, is a class act. Everyone from the dentists, receptionists, and dental assistants were exceptional. This office deals honestly with their customers. I noticed that a lot of dental offices, even when the dentist is competent, the receptionist and staff seem to have a chip on their shoulders as if they are doing you a favor by answering your questions. This office doesn't do it that. Dianna Lacktrup patiently helped me understand what my expected expenses would be, what the insurance would likely pay, what the insurance write off is. I went to other dentists and they give you the run around or say that they don't know. They care more about covering their own butt than giving you a realistic idea of how much the procedure will cost. It seems to me they have a lot of experience with insurance companies and that they can run that projection. Dr. Swedhelm did a three unit bridge for me. When I came to his office, I was very upset about the job the previous dentist had done. My 15 minute consult appointment turned into a one hour appointment.

I was amazed how he patiently listened to my story, and said that he understood how I felt. Dr. Schwedlem's bed side manner made me feel assured and cared for. I was impressed with how informative and knowledgable he was. I felt like I was his dental student. I was not going to take a chance on another dentist. I brought a list of questions which he typed up and sent back to me with answers!!! I offered a few possibilities: high noble porcelain fused to metal bridge, an implant, he reasoned through all the possibilities and told me which he thought was the best. Based on his judgement, he said you'll probably be okay with with a zirconium bridge without a root canal. By the way, I love the zirconium bridge: it's thinner, it doesn't conduct heat and cold as readily, there's no unsightly line dark line on the gum--it looks beautiful. He expertly matched color, length, and shape. Patti was a pro at glueing back my temporary bridge when it had fallen out. Cavet: Dr. Swedhelm is only in that office a few days a week.

I had a few requirement when looking for dentists: - Must be Delta Dental PPO dentist, since I did not want excessive out of pocket expenses - Be a Seattle Met, prosthodontist - Have good Yelp or social media reviews I interviewed 4 dentists and Dr. Swedhelm was, in my opinion, the best. I also felt Dr. Alexander Shor, Dr. Timothy Buston could do the job. The office is nicely decorated during Halloween. He also has a wall of political buttons that his mother used to collect. Dr. Barlett and team thank you for running a superb office. I am a fan!!! * Note this review was for 5 years ago. However, 80% of this this review had been written within a few months of receiving my bridge.

July 29, 2021