When it comes to dental care, having a clear patient philosophy established makes it easier to serve the community’s needs. As dental school sweethearts at the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Christopher Tung and Dr. Charlene Dulce Diemandezi knew even before graduating that they were passionate about starting a practice with a family-like atmosphere and approach.

At White River Family Dentistry, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. You will be treated as a valued patient instead of just a number like in corporate offices. We are a family dental office and we are here to help. If you live or work in Auburn, WA, or surrounding communities, call our dedicated team today for an appointment.

When you have experienced tooth loss, you can become self-conscious about smiling in public and struggle when speaking or eating. Whether your tooth loss is due to injury, trauma, decay, or extraction, you can count on dental implants to restore your smile. At White River Family Dentistry, we can replace your missing teeth and rejuvenate your smile with quality dental implant restorations in Auburn.

A denture is a removable dental appliance and a replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissue. They are made to closely resemble your natural teeth and may even enhance your smile. There are two types of dentures - complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all of the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain. A partial denture not only fills in the spaces created by missing teeth, it prevents other teeth from shifting.

Veneers are thin shells made of porcelain. By placing the thin shells over the surface of your teeth, they can cover imperfections and create a uniform and visually appealing smile. Veneers are famous for their simplicity and their ability to last for years of biting and chewing without degrading. Our office uses porcelain which is known for its durability and natural feel in the mouth.

At White River Family Dentistry, our team works diligently to create the beautiful, healthy smile of your dreams. Dr. Christopher Tung and Dr. Charlene Diemandezi take the time to understand your unique needs and offer tailored treatments that enhance your smile's aesthetics. Whether you're looking to brighten your smile before a family reunion or want to minimize the visibility of staining, we have an appropriate teeth whitening treatment.

Recent years have brought about many changes within the dental industry, specifically with regards to orthodontic treatment and care. Now more than ever patients are experiencing fewer incidences of cavities and missing teeth due to the heightened awareness of fluoride use and preventative dentistry. This increasing awareness on the health and look of a patient’s smile has fueled the desire for many to seek out orthodontia not only as a medical necessity, but for cosmetic reasons as well.

One of the primary concerns people often have about dental braces is the aesthetic impact of the metalwork on their smile. Especially for adults, the prospect of wearing unattractive metal braces for long periods of time can be very discouraging. Invisalign® offers an almost invisible aligning system that straightens teeth fast and contains no metal.

Root canal therapy is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. In order to save the tooth, the pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth), nerves, bacteria, and any decay are removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated, dental materials, which restore the tooth to its full function. Having a root canal done on a tooth is the treatment of choice to save a tooth that otherwise would die and have to be removed. Many patients believe that removing a tooth that has problems is the solution, but what is not realized is that extracting (pulling) a tooth will ultimately be more costly and cause significant problems for adjacent teeth.

Tooth extractions, or the removal of one or more teeth, are usually used as a last resort in dentistry, as keeping the natural tooth in the mouth is ideal. There are many reasons why single or multiple extractions may be performed, including pervasive tooth decay, the impaction of wisdom teeth, or the need to create space for orthodontic devices.

The most significant short-term benefit associated with tooth extraction is the elimination of pain. If a tooth is severely decayed or an infection is present, removing the affected tooth almost immediately alleviates discomfort. However, it should be noted that further procedures are necessary to replace the extracted tooth. Leaving a gap is not a viable option as the other teeth tend to twist out of alignment to fill the space.

Dental emergencies are quite frightening and often painful. Prompt treatment is almost always required to alleviate pain and to ensure the teeth have the best possible chance of survival. Sometimes, teeth become fractured by trauma, grinding, or biting on hard objects. In other cases, fillings, crowns, and other restorative devices can be damaged or fall out of the mouth completely. If there is severe pain, it is essential to contact our office immediately. The pain caused by dental emergencies almost always gets worse without treatment, and dental issues can seriously jeopardize physical health.

Office Hours by Appointment

Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:30 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location:

4111 A St. SE #103

Auburn, Washington 98002