About Ballard Pediatric Dentistry · Seattle
Ballard Pediatric Dentistry, located in Seattle, Washington, is a pediatric dental practice founded by Dr. Mamiko Kuriya in 2003. Dr. Kuriya, originally from Tokyo, Japan, pursued pediatric dentistry as her lifelong ambition and established the practice to serve children with a focus on prevention, preservation, and building confidence. The practice emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care for all children regardless of economic status or special needs, and is deeply rooted in community values. It is not explicitly identified as Catholic-owned or faith-based in any visible text.
Ballard Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized pediatric dental practice founded in 2003 by Dr. Mamiko Kuriya, a native of Tokyo, Japan. The practice focuses on the oral health of infants through adolescence, with an emphasis on prevention, preservation, and patient education. Dr. Kuriya, a master’s degree holder in pediatric dentistry, is described as a well-known and respected practitioner in the Seattle area. The practice prioritizes creating a safe, compassionate environment for all children, regardless of economic background or special health needs. While the website highlights community engagement and values, there is no mention of Catholic ownership, affiliation, or mission. Services include general pediatric dentistry, with a focus on building confidence and healthy smiles.
- In business
- since 2003
- Owner
- Dr. Mamiko Kuriya
- Serves
- Seattle area
About
Ballard Pediatric Dentistry is a pediatric dental practice founded in 2003 by Dr. Mamiko Kuriya, a native of Tokyo, Japan. Dr. Kuriya pursued pediatric dentistry as her lifelong ambition and established the practice to serve children with a focus on prevention, preservation, and building confidence. The practice emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care for all children regardless of economic status or special needs.
Why Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry. They undergo two to three years of specialty training following dental school and limit their practice to treating children only. They are primary and specialty oral care providers for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs.
Meet Dr. Mamiko
Driven by our values. Ballard Pediatric Dentistry's mission is to empower, build confidence, and educate our patients. With a focus on preservation and prevention in pediatric oral health. We take pride in our work. We love what we do. We are skilled at what we do. We are grateful for dentistry. We love children. We love our community.