Down To Earth Dental

Down To Earth Dental

4.8 (338 reviews)
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Dental Clinic in Tacoma, WA

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About

Down To Earth Dental is a dental clinic in Tacoma, WA, offering comprehensive and affordable dental care with a focus on patient comfort. They provide a wide range of services, including general, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry, and are known for their caring and professional team, including Dr. Chun Zhou and Dr. Arnell Prato. They welcome both insured and uninsured patients, offering a Membership Club for affordable options.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

4125 49th Ave NE Ste D, Tacoma, WA 98422

Phone

(253) 952-2200

Website

https://downtoearthdental.com/tacoma/northeast

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Sedation dentistry

Amenities

  • Toilet

Planning

  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Planning

  • Accepts new patients

Payments

  • Cash only

About this person

  • Practitioner gender

Detailed Introduction

Down To Earth Dental is a well-established dental clinic located at 4125 49th Ave NE Ste D, Tacoma, WA 98422, with a strong commitment to providing high-quality, trusted, and affordable dental care in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The clinic emphasizes patient trust and strives to make every experience as pain-free as possible, acknowledging that many people have anxieties about dental visits. The team at Down To Earth Dental is comprised of honest, caring, and well-trained professionals. Key dentists at their Northeast Tacoma location include Dr. Chun Zhou, DMD, and Dr. Arnell Prato, DDS. Dr. Zhou, originally from China, pursued dentistry after working in toxicology and is dedicated to educating patients on the connection between oral and systemic health, finding reward in helping people achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. Dr. Prato, a native of the Philippines, has extensive experience in various locations, including remote areas of the Arctic, which shaped his "Down to Earth" philosophy focused on reliable and long-lasting dental work. The office manager, Diana Mills, contributes to the smooth operation and patient satisfaction. Down To Earth Dental offers a comprehensive range of dental services, catering to various oral health needs. These include general dentistry (cleanings, exams, fillings), cosmetic dentistry (whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges), restorative procedures (dentures, root canals, extractions, dental implants), and emergency dental care for urgent issues like severe pain, knocked-out teeth, or broken dental appliances. They are equipped with advanced technology for accurate diagnoses and efficient treatments, such as digital x-rays and intraoral cameras. A notable aspect of Down To Earth Dental is their commitment to accessibility. They welcome all patients, regardless of whether they have dental insurance. For uninsured patients, they offer an affordable Membership Club with plans designed to make quality dental care attainable. Patient testimonials often highlight the friendly and professional staff, comfortable environment, and the dentists' gentle approach and clear explanations of procedures. The clinic is dedicated to helping patients achieve and maintain lifelong oral health and well-being.

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Patient Reviews

4.8 out of 5
Josh Cruz

Josh Cruz

Never liked going to the dentist because of previous unpleasant experiences. Moved to Washington from Hawaii 3 years ago and haven’t been to the dentist since. Walked by Down to Earth one day and I decided to walk in and asked if they take new patients. I am extremely grateful to the whole staff. Thank you to Dana at the front desk for constant communication and always making sure I knew what’s going on. Working with me to set up my future appointments and breaking everything down for me to understand.

Dr. James was awesome and explained everything I need to get done in the next couple years to get me back on track. Edlene was my dental hygienist, and she’s very passionate about what she does. She made the whole deep cleaning experience tolerable for me and educated me a lot on how I can better take care of my oral health. I’m glad that I found a great place with great people that I can keep coming to.

January 18, 2025

Elana Marie

Elana Marie

First Experience with the dental cleaning was great. When I came back for fillings it was horrible. I was super nervous and mid filling the doctor tells me I will likely need a root canal. Not words you want to hear mid filling when you can’t even talk or ask questions because they are drilling in your mouth.

Way to help me feel more safe. Also my numbing injections were super painful and left bruises on my face 4 days later. My cheek was still slightly numb the next morning as well. Beware !!!

February 24, 2025

Linda Melara

Linda Melara

Dr. Xie & Judith-RDA made my experience so comforting. Not knowing I would have to get a root canal & crown when I first went in there, they made the whole procedure bearable. And were really patient & took care of me with patience and great skills.

I look forward to working with them on my next visit and knowing that reminds me I’ll be in the hands of 2 caring professionals. Thank you again Down to Earth Dental.

March 26, 2025

Aimée Jordan

Aimée Jordan

They don't do root canals or wisdom teeth extraction. If you need anything like that, go elsewhere because you will waste your time. Plus, they will take xrays until they find something to charge you extra for. Melissa, the hygienist was amazing and she is the best part of your horrible place. I also noticed that they only respond to good reviews. If you have anything negative to say, you are on your own. Dentists are so competitive these days.

There are better ones out there who don't abide by predatory practices. I thought I'd give them a try since my son had a good experience, but no thank you. When I had follow up questions for Dr. Xie, she magically disappeared into the abyss and was never seen again. What a terrible way of running a business. No wonder people have such anxiety over visiting the dentist.

April 15, 2025

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Down To Earth Dental

4125 49th Ave NE Ste D, Tacoma, WA 98422

Contact Information

Address

4125 49th Ave NE Ste D, Tacoma, WA 98422

Phone

(253) 952-2200

Website

https://downtoearthdental.com/tacoma/northeast

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