Harbour Place Dental

Harbour Place Dental General Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Mukileo, WA Welcome to Harbour Place Dental. We are preferred providers with most insurance agencies.

We are a general dental practice located in the Harbour Pointe area of Mukilteo, Washington. We provide a wide range of dental services for all ages and are dedicated to restoring your health and beautiful smile! Our experienced and caring team will work with you and closely address your needs and concerns. It is our goal to provide excellent care in a warm and relaxing environment. Many of our pa

tients have been part of our practice for years and we treasure these relationships and are grateful for their support and trust. We enjoy meeting and caring for new patients as well, and welcome any questions that you may have. We would love to help you achieve your goals and look forward to serving you.

Facebook PostParenting and keeping up with daily routines (like just getting the kids to brush their teeth!) can definit...
09/04/2026

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Parenting and keeping up with daily routines (like just getting the kids to brush their teeth!) can definitely bring on the stress. 😅 If your plate is feeling a little too full, take a deep breath. Here are 4 simple ways to de-stress your day and bring some peace back to your home:

🌿 Follow Your Nose: Try dabbing essential oils on your wrists or using a diffuser with your favorite calming scents.
🎶 Listen In: Play meditative, nature-inspired music to calm the mood, or turn up a favorite song for an impromptu family karaoke session!
🧘‍♀️ Stretch It Out: Take a few minutes to stretch together. It's a great way to disconnect from stress, practice gratitude, and connect with each other.
📝 Keep Track of To-Dos: Write down what you need to do, but don't forget to pat yourself on the back for everything you've already accomplished!

How do you and your family like to unwind after a busy day? Let us know below! 👇



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4 Simple Ways to De-Stress Your Day! 🧘‍♀️✨

Daily routines got you feeling overwhelmed? 🌪️ Whether it's wrangling the kids for bedtime or just managing a busy schedule, taking a moment to reset is key. Here are 4 easy ways to bring calm back to your house:

1️⃣ 👃 Follow Your Nose: Essential oils on your wrists or in a diffuser can work wonders to reduce stress.
2️⃣ 🎧 Listen In: Swap the household noise for calming tracks, or start some fun family karaoke to quickly shift the vibe.
3️⃣ 🤸 Stretch It Out: Take a 5-minute stretch break with the kids to bond and get distracted from the daily grind.
4️⃣ ✍️ Track Your To-Dos: Write it all down to clear your mind—and make sure to celebrate what you've already achieved today! 👏 Read more here: https://www.dentaquest.com/en/news-and-resources/oral-health-tips/childrens-oral-health/four-simple-ways-to-de-stress-your-day

Which of these will you try today? Tell us in the comments! 👇

🦷📚 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: RESET YOUR FAMILY’S DENTAL ROUTINE FOR THE SCHOOL YEARNew school schedules can make mornings feel...
09/03/2026

🦷📚 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: RESET YOUR FAMILY’S DENTAL ROUTINE FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR

New school schedules can make mornings feel rushed and evenings feel packed. Between alarms, breakfast, homework, sports and bedtime, healthy dental habits can easily get shortened—or forgotten altogether.

Now is a great time to give your family’s smile routine a simple back-to-school reset!

✅ Brush for two full minutes, twice a day.
Make brushing part of two dependable daily moments: after breakfast and before bed. A timer, favorite two-minute song or brushing app can help children avoid rushing.

✅ Use fluoride toothpaste.
Choose an age-appropriate amount and supervise younger children so they learn to brush every tooth surface carefully.

✅ Clean between teeth every day.
A toothbrush cannot fully clean the tight spaces between teeth. Younger children may need help using floss or another recommended interdental cleaner.

✅ Prepare the night before.
Place toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss where they are easy to see. A visible routine is easier to remember when everyone is hurrying.

✅ Let children participate.
Allow them to select a favorite toothbrush, mark a brushing calendar or choose the family’s two-minute brushing song. Small choices can make healthy habits feel less like a chore.

✅ Lead by example.
Children learn by watching. Brushing together shows them that oral care is a normal part of every morning and evening—not something reserved for dental appointments.

Consistency matters more than perfection. If a busy morning disrupts the routine, simply begin again that evening. A few well-planned minutes each day can help protect your family’s smiles throughout the school year.

If your child missed a back-to-school dental checkup, it is not too late. Call Harbour Place Dental and reserve the earliest convenient appointment.

📞 (425) 493-8111
🌐 HarbourPlaceDental.com/contact-us

📚🦷 **BACK-TO-SCHOOL DENTAL REMINDER: DID THE CHECKUP GET MISSED?** 🦷📚September is here, Labor Day weekend is just ahead,...
09/02/2026

📚🦷 **BACK-TO-SCHOOL DENTAL REMINDER: DID THE CHECKUP GET MISSED?** 🦷📚

September is here, Labor Day weekend is just ahead, and a brand-new school year is about to begin! 🎒✏️

Between school supplies, new clothes, schedules, sports, activities, and everything else that comes with getting children ready for school, it’s easy for one important item to get pushed down the list:

**Your child’s dental checkup.**

✅ **Didn’t get it done before school starts? Don’t worry—but don’t keep putting it off.**

A back-to-school dental visit is about much more than having a bright smile for those first-day photos. Regular dental checkups give us an opportunity to look for cavities, check the gums and developing teeth, review brushing and flossing habits, and address small concerns before they have a chance to become bigger problems.

And once school begins, schedules can fill up quickly with homework, sports, after-school activities, and family commitments.

🦷 **If your child missed their summer or back-to-school dental checkup, now is the time to get it back on the calendar.**

Starting the school year with good oral-health habits can help children keep their smiles healthy all year long.

At **Harbour Place Dental**, we’re here to help make dental care a comfortable and positive part of your family’s routine.

📞 **CALL US TODAY:** (425) 493-8111
💻 **VISIT OUR WEBSITE:** https://harbourplacedental.com/contact-us

If you couldn’t fit the dental appointment into your summer schedule, **call and book your child’s appointment as soon as possible.** One more important back-to-school task checked off the list! ✅

Here’s to a healthy, happy school year filled with confident smiles! 😁✨

🦷 **DENTAL Q&A OF THE WEEK****Q: Is brushing twice a day enough?****A: Not quite.**Brushing twice daily with fluoride to...
08/31/2026

🦷 **DENTAL Q&A OF THE WEEK**

**Q: Is brushing twice a day enough?**

**A: Not quite.**

Brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste is the foundation of a healthy smile—but even the best toothbrush cannot fully clean the spaces between your teeth.

For a more complete daily routine:

🪥 Brush twice a day for two minutes
🦷 Clean between your teeth daily with floss or another dentist-recommended cleaner
💧 Choose water and limit frequent sugary snacks and drinks
📅 Keep regular dental checkups based on your individual needs

As your family settles into a new school-year routine, this is a perfect time to refresh everyone’s morning and bedtime dental habits.

Need help choosing the right toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, or interdental cleaner? Ask us at your next visit!

📞 **Call Harbour Place Dental:** (425) 493-8111
🌐 **Request an appointment:** https://harbourplacedental.com/contact-us

📖 **Read more here:**
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/oral-health-recommendations

💧🦷 **Sunday Dental Fun Facts – August 30, 2026** 🦷💧**Did you know saliva is one of your mouth’s natural defenses against...
08/31/2026

💧🦷 **Sunday Dental Fun Facts – August 30, 2026** 🦷💧

**Did you know saliva is one of your mouth’s natural defenses against tooth decay?**

We rarely think about saliva, but it works around the clock to help protect your smile. Saliva helps wash away food particles and sugars while also helping neutralize acids produced by bacteria in your mouth.

It does even more! Saliva contains minerals that can help support and strengthen tooth enamel after everyday acid exposure. It also keeps the tissues in your mouth moist and makes chewing, swallowing, and speaking easier.

That's why a persistently dry mouth can be more than just uncomfortable. When saliva flow is reduced, teeth may be more vulnerable to cavities and other oral-health problems. Staying hydrated and talking with your dentist about ongoing dry mouth are simple ways to help protect your smile.

At **Harbour Place Dental**, we're here to help you understand the little things that can make a big difference in your oral health. 💜💚

**Call to Action: Book Your Appointment**

📞 **(425) 493-8111**

🌐 **https://HarbourPlaceDental.com/contact-us**

**Read more:**

🔗 https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/dry-mouth

Can Some Children’s Cavities Be Stopped Without Drilling?For parents of very young or anxious children, cavity treatment...
08/29/2026

Can Some Children’s Cavities Be Stopped Without Drilling?

For parents of very young or anxious children, cavity treatment can bring understandable concerns about drilling, injections, sedation, and multiple appointments. A major new U.S. clinical trial offers encouraging evidence for a simpler option in selected cases: silver diamine fluoride (SDF).

SDF is a dental liquid painted directly onto a cavity. It combines silver, which helps control cavity-causing microorganisms, with fluoride, which helps strengthen damaged tooth structure.

In the Phase III trial of 830 children ages 1–5 with severe early childhood cavities, 54% of SDF-treated lesions were arrested after six months, compared with 22.5% treated with a placebo. “Arrested” means the active decay hardened and stopped progressing.

Why this matters:

✅ No drilling during application
✅ No injection or sedation needed for the application
✅ Treatment takes only seconds
✅ May help stabilize selected cavities in young, anxious, or special-needs patients

SDF is not right for every tooth. It does not rebuild missing tooth structure, and the treated decay usually turns permanently dark. Teeth with pain, infection, an abscess, or decay reaching the pulp may require other care. Because not every cavity in the study was arrested, follow-up examinations remain essential.

The encouraging takeaway is that modern dentistry is offering more personalized and minimally invasive ways to manage decay—especially for children who may struggle with conventional treatment.

📖 Read the study: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2851913

Concerned about your child’s cavities? Schedule an evaluation to discuss appropriate treatment options.

📞 (425) 493-8111
🌐 https://www.harbourplacedental.com/contact-us

🦷 FRIDAY DENTAL TIP OF THE WEEKAugust 28, 2026🪥 Replace Your Toothbrush RegularlyWhen was the last time you replaced you...
08/29/2026

🦷 FRIDAY DENTAL TIP OF THE WEEK
August 28, 2026

🪥 Replace Your Toothbrush Regularly

When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush?

The American Dental Association recommends replacing your toothbrush about every 3–4 months—or sooner if the bristles become frayed, matted, or worn. A worn brush may not clean your teeth as effectively.

A few simple reminders:
✅ Choose a soft-bristled toothbrush.
✅ Brush for two minutes, twice a day, with fluoride toothpaste.
✅ Check the bristles regularly—if they are splayed or worn, don’t wait for the calendar.
✅ If you use an electric toothbrush, inspect the brush head regularly and replace it when the bristles show wear.

A fresh toothbrush is a small investment in a consistent oral-care routine.

🦷 BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!
📞 (425) 493-8111
🌐 https://www.harbourplacedental.com/contact-us

📚 Read more here:
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/brushing-your-teeth

08/27/2026

🦷 DENTAL MYTHS vs. FACTS: Does Flossing Create Gaps Between Your Teeth?

MYTH: Flossing pushes teeth apart and creates gaps.
FACT: Proper flossing does not create gaps between healthy teeth.

Floss and other interdental cleaners help remove plaque and food debris from areas a toothbrush cannot effectively reach—especially between neighboring teeth and along the gumline.

So why can spaces sometimes look more noticeable after someone starts flossing regularly? Flossing itself is not pushing healthy teeth apart. Changes in swollen gum tissue, gum recession, or periodontal disease can make existing spaces easier to see. New spaces between teeth can also deserve professional evaluation.

Use gentle technique rather than snapping floss into the gums. If string floss is difficult, ask your dental team whether another interdental cleaner may be a better fit.

Keep the spaces between your teeth clean—not ignored. Ask your dental team about the best interdental-cleaning method for your smile.

📞 Call: (425)493-8111
🌐 Visit: Https://HarbourPlaceDental.com

Read more here: American Dental Association — Dental Floss/Interdental Cleaners
ADA Dental Floss/Interdental Cleaners

🌿 **Wellness Wednesday — August 26, 2026** 🦷**Healthy routines help your smile stay strong.**As schedules get busier, si...
08/27/2026

🌿 **Wellness Wednesday — August 26, 2026** 🦷

**Healthy routines help your smile stay strong.**

As schedules get busier, simple daily habits can help protect your teeth and gums while supporting your overall wellness.

🪥 Brush twice daily
🧵 Floss every day
💧 Drink more water
🍎 Choose tooth-friendly snacks
🥤 Cut back on sugary drinks
📅 Keep regular dental checkups

Consistency matters. Small healthy choices made every day can add up to a healthier smile for years to come.

**Book your appointment today!**
📞 (425) 493-8111
🌐 HarbourPlaceDental.com

🦷 **Dental Q&A of the Week** 🦷**Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Brush or Floss?**Seeing a little pink in the sink after brus...
08/25/2026

🦷 **Dental Q&A of the Week** 🦷

**Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Brush or Floss?**

Seeing a little pink in the sink after brushing or flossing might seem harmless, but bleeding gums shouldn't simply be ignored.

One common cause is plaque buildup along the gumline, which can irritate the gums and contribute to gingivitis—the earliest stage of gum disease. Gums may also bleed if you've recently started flossing again or if you're brushing too aggressively.

The good news is that early gum problems can often improve with consistent oral hygiene and professional dental care. Brush gently twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush, clean between your teeth daily, and keep up with regular dental cleanings.

If your gums continue to bleed, appear swollen or tender, or you notice persistent bad breath or receding gums, schedule a dental evaluation. Finding the cause early can help protect both your gums and the teeth they support.

Healthy gums are an essential part of a healthy smile! 😁

🔗 **Read more:**
https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/gum-disease

📞 **Concerned about bleeding gums?** Call Harbour Place Dental at **(425) 493-8111** to book an appointment.

🌐 **Book online:**
[www.harbourplacedental.com/contact-us

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9800 Harbour Place Ste 203
Mukilteo, WA
98275

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

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