Convenient Access from Seahurst
If your mornings start with a walk on the beach at Ed Munro Seahurst Park, Seahurst Smiles of Burien is about 5 minutes away by car, at our office at 1800 SW 152nd St #202 in Burien. Neighbors who want a dentist near Seahurst come to Dr. Vincent Lam for cleanings, gum care, cosmetic work and children's checkups. The office books weekday appointments between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
From the park, drive up SW Seahurst Park Rd to SW 140th St and head east to 13th Ave SW. Follow SW 144th Pl and SW 146th St, then turn south on 18th Ave SW and continue to SW 152nd St, where the office sits. Plan on about 5 minutes for the 1.5-mile trip on local roads, with no highway or toll along the way. Seahurst Elementary on 14th Avenue SW is close to the route, and Lake Burien School Memorial Park lies a short way north of our building.
Our map listing gives directions to 1800 SW 152nd St #202, Burien, WA 98166. Households farther north in Shorewood and to the south in Gregory Heights are close neighbors on our patient list as well.
Everyday Dental Care for Seahurst Neighbors
Seahurst is a Burien neighborhood in King County built around one of the city's most loved places, the more than 2,000 feet of Puget Sound waterfront at Ed Munro Seahurst Park. Set between Salmon Creek and Three Tree Point, the park mixes forest, streams and wetlands with a beach where a seawall was removed to restore habitat for forage fish and salmon. Highline students study aquaculture and marine science at the Marine Technology Lab inside the park.
Living this close means a cleaning fits into an ordinary morning instead of eating half a day, and that matters for prevention. Short trips make it easier to keep recall visits, and steady recall visits are what keep gum problems from taking hold. Our office is small, so you get one-on-one attention and very little time in the waiting area. Comfort extras such as warm blankets, headrests, chair massages and lip ointment make a long cleaning feel shorter, and a beverage is usually on offer when you arrive.
Seahurst Elementary sits about 0.4 miles northeast of the office, which makes school-morning checkups simple for local parents. The same goes for adults heading to work in Seattle or near the airport: an 8:00 AM cleaning still leaves the rest of the day free.
Gum Health Notes for Seahurst Adults
Gum disease often starts quietly. Bleeding when you floss, puffy or tender gums and breath that stays stale after brushing are common early warnings. When it is caught early, a thorough cleaning and better home care may be all you need.
When the infection has gone below the gumline, scaling and root planing clears away hardened buildup and smooths the root surfaces so the gums can heal against them. Dr. Lam can also use a soft-tissue laser as part of periodontal therapy, and laser-assisted periodontal cleanings are available when needed.
Monitoring is easier with the right tools. Digital x-rays use less radiation than older film, and CariVu finds early decay with no radiation at all, so keeping an eye on a suspect spot is a low-key part of each checkup. Intraoral camera photos let you see what Dr. Lam sees, which makes it easier to decide on care together.
Cosmetic plans depend on the gums, too. Whitening, bonding and veneers look their best and last longest when the tissue around them is firm and pink, so Dr. Lam treats gum inflammation before any smile makeover. A stubborn bleeding spot treated in spring can easily turn into a whitening plan by summer.
Treatments We Offer as Your Dentist Near Seahurst
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays on a steady schedule keep most problems small and most visits short. It is the simplest way to avoid surprise repairs down the road.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Care ranges from deep cleanings to laser periodontic therapy, matched to how far the disease has progressed. The aim is firm, healthy gums that keep supporting your teeth.
Soft-Tissue Laser Dentistry
Dr. Lam reaches for the soft-tissue laser when gum tissue needs careful, targeted treatment. It sits alongside 3D cone beam imaging and CariVu in the practice's technology lineup.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Once your gums are healthy, whitening, bonding or porcelain veneers can freshen a smile. Many adults start with professional whitening and decide on anything more later.
Pediatric Dentistry
Children from infants to teens are welcome, including plenty of students from the elementary school up the road. Gentle early visits teach good habits and catch problems before they grow.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Vincent Lam practices personalized, biomimetic dentistry, an approach that aims to keep as much natural tooth structure as possible when repairing damage. He keeps building on that foundation through the John Kois curriculum as part of his ongoing continuing education.
Insurance & Financing
Dr. Lam is out of network with insurance companies, yet our office accepts most PPO plans and works hard to help you get the most from your benefits. Our team handles the paperwork and submits claims for you. New patients without insurance can book our $99 Exam & X-Ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease, which includes an oral health exam and all standard x-rays.
For treatment beyond a checkup, CareCredit offers low or no-interest payment plans, so a periodontal series or a cosmetic project doesn't have to wait for the right month.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Seahurst Smiles of Burien from Seahurst, and how do I get there?
The office is about 1.5 miles from Ed Munro Seahurst Park, a drive of roughly 5 minutes. Head up SW Seahurst Park Rd to SW 140th St, then use 13th Ave SW, SW 144th Pl, SW 146th St and 18th Ave SW. For anyone who wants a dentist near Seahurst, the whole trip stays on quiet local streets.
Do you treat gums that bleed when I floss?
Yes, bleeding gums are one of the most common reasons patients start periodontal care with us. Dr. Lam measures the pockets around each tooth and recommends anything from a routine cleaning to scaling and root planing or laser periodontic therapy. Treating it early is simpler and protects the bone that holds your teeth in place.
Can I use my PPO benefits if Dr. Lam is out of network?
Yes, many patients can still use their benefits. Our office accepts most PPO plans, works to help you maximize what your plan pays and submits claims on your behalf. Before treatment starts, our team goes over the paperwork with you, so the billing side of your visit feels as straightforward as the dental side.
Who qualifies for the $99 new-patient exam?
Our $99 Exam & X-Ray applies to new patients without insurance, in the absence of periodontal disease. You get an oral health exam plus all standard x-rays, a clear baseline for your teeth and gums. Patients who do have coverage can use their plan benefits for the same first visit instead.
What happens at my first appointment?
You'll be greeted and may be offered a beverage, and then we take digital x-rays. Dr. Lam completes a full exam and walks you through the results before discussing any treatment. To save time on the day, new-patient forms can be emailed or texted to you before you arrive.
Schedule Your Visit from Seahurst
Call (206) 222-4109 to book with a dentist near Seahurst, or request an appointment online whenever it suits you. Our areas we serve page lists the other communities we care for, and our Dentist Burien, WA homepage has more about Dr. Lam and the team.