Convenient Access from Boulevard Park
Commuters who need a dentist near Boulevard Park can reach Seahurst Smiles of Burien in about 9 minutes by highway, at our office at 1800 SW 152nd St #202 in Burien. Weekday appointments with Dr. Vincent Lam start at 8:00 AM and run until 4:30 PM, so a cleaning or crown visit can come before a shift near the airport or a drive into Seattle.
From the Boulevard Park Library on Roseberg Ave S, go west on S 120th St and south on Des Moines Memorial Dr S to S 128th St, where you join SR 509 southbound. Take SR 518 west; in Burien it becomes SW 148th St, and from there 12th Ave SW and SW 152nd St lead to 18th Ave SW. The 4.1-mile drive takes about 9 minutes when the roads are clear, and it uses no toll roads. Lake Burien School Memorial Park sits a short way north of the office.
Use our Google Maps link for directions to 1800 SW 152nd St #202, Burien, WA 98166. Patients from White Center, across SR 509 to the west, and South Park, to the north, make similar trips.
Fitting Dental Visits into a Boulevard Park Workweek
Boulevard Park is an unincorporated community in King County and a census-designated place within the North Highline area, with Tukwila to the east and White Center across SR 509. SR 99 cuts across its northeast corner, Sea-Tac Airport lies roughly 5 miles south and downtown Seattle about 8 miles north, so highway access shapes daily routines here. The Boulevard Park Library has served the community since December 1971, with meeting rooms, study rooms and world-language materials.
When your day is built around a commute or a shift, a dental appointment has to be efficient. Our small office keeps visits moving with little waiting, and the 8:00 AM start means a routine cleaning can be done before many workdays begin. New-patient forms can be emailed or texted ahead, so you aren't filling out paperwork on the clock.
When you work shifts, it's easy to put off dental care until something hurts. A quick exam on a day off catches the cracked filling or the early cavity before it becomes the toothache that costs you a full shift. A twice-yearly checkup takes far less time than one unplanned emergency.
What Boulevard Park Commuters Should Know About Saving Time at the Dentist
The biggest time saver is a crown finished in one visit. With CEREC, Dr. Lam scans the tooth, designs the crown on screen, mills it and places it in a single appointment. Our page on same-day crowns explains how that compares with the older two-visit approach.
Digital impressions save time and comfort as well, because a quick scan replaces the tray of impression material that used to sit in your mouth for minutes. For anyone with a strong gag reflex, that alone can make crown work far more bearable. Fewer appointments overall also means fewer requests to leave work early.
Brightening your smile can be quick, too. Professional GLO and Opalescence teeth whitening gives you a noticeable change without a long series of appointments. Booking it right after a cleaning, once surface stains have been polished away, is a sensible pairing for Boulevard Park patients.
Services from Your Dentist Near Boulevard Park
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Crowns designed, milled and placed in one appointment mean one day away from work instead of two. There's no temporary crown to babysit between visits.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and porcelain veneers can freshen a smile you use in meetings, on calls and at the front counter. Dr. Lam matches each option to your goals and schedule.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide wears off within minutes, which suits patients heading back to work. Oral sedation is available for longer or more stressful procedures.
TMD Treatment
Long workdays and stress can lead to clenching, sore jaw muscles and headaches. Treatment looks at the jaw joint and the bite to relieve the strain.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings and exams at 8:00 AM keep your teeth healthy without eating into the workday. Staying on schedule is the surest way for Boulevard Park patients to avoid surprise repairs.
If a tooth cracks or a filling falls out in the middle of a shift, call our office right away rather than waiting for a day off. Our team will tell you how to protect the tooth until you can come in, such as a cold compress for swelling or chewing on the other side. Small problems handled quickly usually mean shorter, simpler repairs later.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Vincent Lam took continuing education courses in oral sedation, and hygienist Karla adds her own sedation dentistry training and dental laser certification. Together they make longer visits calmer for patients who would rather not think about the drill. The rest of the small team, including Tina at the front desk and assistant Laura, means familiar faces greet you each time.
Insurance & Financing
New patients without insurance can begin with the $99 Exam & X-Ray, an offer available in the absence of periodontal disease that includes an oral health exam and all standard x-rays. CareCredit low or no-interest payment plans can cover a CEREC crown or other larger work over time. If you carry a PPO plan through your employer, our office accepts most of them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Seahurst Smiles of Burien from Boulevard Park, and how do I get there?
Seahurst Smiles of Burien is about 4.1 miles from the Boulevard Park Library, close to a 9-minute drive with clear roads. Take Des Moines Memorial Dr S to SR 509 south, then SR 518 west, which becomes SW 148th St in Burien. Commuters wanting a dentist near Boulevard Park can use that same highway link on the way to work.
Should I leave extra time for SR 509 traffic before an 8:00 AM visit?
Yes, rush hour on SR 509 and SR 518 can add time to the 9-minute trip, so build in a cushion. If mornings are unpredictable, a mid-morning or early-afternoon slot avoids the peak, and weekday hours run until 4:30 PM. Sending your forms in ahead means a late arrival still leaves time for the full visit.
Can I get a crown without taking two days off work?
Yes, with CEREC technology your crown is designed, milled and placed during one appointment. There's no temporary crown to protect and no return trip to schedule. The digital scan also replaces the old impression trays, so the appointment is more comfortable from start to finish and you can head back to your day.
Which teeth whitening options do you offer?
Our office offers GLO and Opalescence teeth whitening. Dr. Lam checks your teeth and gums first, then recommends the option that suits your schedule and sensitivity. Whitening works on natural enamel, so older crowns or fillings on front teeth may need updating afterward, which bonding or veneers can handle.
Will your team file my insurance claim for me?
Yes, our team completes the insurance paperwork and submits claims on your behalf. Dr. Lam is out of network, but the office accepts most PPO plans and works to help you maximize your benefits. Many patients can still use their coverage, and we go over your options before treatment begins.
Schedule Your Visit from Boulevard Park
Lock in an early slot with a dentist near Boulevard Park by calling (206) 222-4109, or request an appointment online between shifts. Our areas we serve page covers nearby communities, and our Dentist Burien, WA homepage has the full story of the practice.