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Our Story
Our company had a humble beginning. It was the second dental practice on the South Hill of Puyallup in 1971.
Dr. James P. Zanner purchased a mobile home and renovated it to build his dental practice. It sat across the street from what would become the South Hill Mall. Dr. Zanner built his practice by serving his patients with a caring, gentle touch. He firmly believed in staying up to date with the latest techniques in dentistry and was known for delivering "shots that didn't hurt". Hundreds of his patients still come to the practice today.
In 2021, we celebrated 50 years of serving the South Puget Sound community with the same mission.
Our company has grown to over 50 dentists and specialists working out of 30 locations with a support staff of approximately 250 people. It remains privately owned.
We are grateful and accept the responsibility of serving our community with the same kind nature of Dr. Zanner. Welcome to Light Dental Studios. We look forward to serving you.
Dr. James Zanner's Dental Practice
South Hill of Puyallup in 1971
Dr. Steve Broughton & Dr. James Zanner
Purchasing Dr. Zanner's Practice
Dr. Steve Broughton
At Steve S. Broughton DDS, PS General Dentistry
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 1997
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 2001
Dr. Broughton & His Team
Team Members in 2008
Dr. Steve Broughton, Dr. Angie Dunn, Dr. Adam Poyfair
Our First Dream Team in 2009
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Our Amazing Doctors In 2012
Our Loyal Patients
At Our Puyallup Campus in 2021
The greatest compliment we can receive is a recommendation. And people do love Light Dental Studios! We have received 1,441 reviews with 4.8 average rating. *
* As of June 2024. Number of reviews and average rating across all Light Dental Studios offices.
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General Information
Light Dental Studios is a comprehensive dental care provider that has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1971.
We have 30 convenient locations throughout the Puget Sound area to serve you better.
Light Dental Studios offers a range of services including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, in-house denture lab, orthodontics, oral surgery, and periodontics.
Yes, we offer specialized care for our younger patients to ensure they have a smile worth showing off at every age.
We offer a range of cosmetic treatments including cosmetic bonding, Invisalign®, dental BOTOX®, teeth whitening, veneers, and more to help your smile shine brighter than a polished molar!
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Disclaimer: Please note that the provided information above is based on general knowledge, and it's always recommended to consult with our doctors for personalized advice and recommendations regarding your or your child's specific dental needs and conditions. For any questions or concerns, please call our office.