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#1 General Dentist in Washington | Lance Bergeson

Great University Place Dentists - Dr. Lance Bergeson and Dr. Gary Shaw

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Bridgeport Dental Arts:
University Place’s
TRUSTED
Cosmetic & General Dental Practice

Dr. Bergeson and Dr. Shaw are University Place’s trusted choice for family and cosmetic dentistry. We are now welcoming new patients.

New Patient Offers

New Patient Hotline
(888) 677-9509

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Existing Patients Call: (253) 565-4474

Your Health & Safety is Our Priority

COVID-19 OFFICE PROTOCOLS

We already exceed sterilization standards, including eliminating virtually all infectious viruses and bacteria.

Dr. Lance Bergeson and his dental team love their patients and have a genuine concern for their health and safety as well as for the University Place community. As a result, they’ve created advanced safety measures to keep you and your family safe during your dental procedures and office visits which include clean rooms, air filtration, PPE for our team members, and hand sanitizer.

Bergeson

Lance Bergeson, DMD

General Dentist

Bergeson

Dr. Bergeson is a graduate of Brigham Young University. Dr. Bergeson received his dental degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in Kentucky. Your comfort is our top priority, and it is our goal to provide genuine, quality care in a relaxed and fun environment.

Dr. Bergeson is married to Dr. Shaw’s middle daughter Brittany and together they have five children.

Gary R. Shaw, DDS

General Dentist

Shaw

Dr. Shaw attained his dental degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, and each year he continues to attend postdoctoral studies in advanced dentistry.

Dr. Shaw and his wife, Denise have been married for more than 30 years and have raised five children. Prior to his career in dentistry, Dr. Shaw played professional football for the Los Angeles Rams and later in the Canadian Football League.

Shaw
ADA - American dental association
Pierce County Dental Society - PCDS
Seattle Met Top Dentist
Washington State Dental Association
ADA - American dental association
Pierce County Dental Society - PCDS
Seattle Met Top Dentist
Washington State Dental Association

New Patient Hotline
(888) 677-9509

Book An Appointment

Existing Patients Call: (253) 565-4474

Limited-Time Summer Specials

OFFERS END SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

New uninsured patients only. Bridgeport Dental Arts offers these specials to make it easy for those new to our practice to get to know us and for us to get to know you. Please call or request an appointment today.

Save $100 on
Dental Treatment

New patients save $100 on a dental treatment. One coupon per customer. Not valid with insurance or any other discount. Does not include and only applies after cleaning, x‑rays, and an exam.

Save $150 on
Teeth Whitening

New patients save $150 on our professionally-made trays with our take-home smile‑whitening system (reg. $400). Ask how you can share this offer with your friends and family. One coupon per customer.

New Patient Hotline
(888) 677-9509

Book An Appointment

Existing Patients Call: (253) 565-4474

Our Patients Love Us

Learn why patients from all over the University Place, WA area love Bridgeport Dental Arts and our dedicated dental team. We genuinely care about our patients and it shows in our testimonials.

★★★★★

“I love how gentle my hygienist was. They treat you so well here. They provide you with all your treatment options.
I’ve been coming here for years and will be a loyal client for years to come.”

– angeliquel, Tacoma

★★★★★

“As a new patient I was extremely pleased by my entire experience. Everyone was friendly, polite and really wanted to make my experience pleasant. And they listened to what I had to say and explained everything thoroughly. Very pleased.”

– susand, University Place

★★★★★

“I always feel relaxed and confident when coming. Every one is so friendly and my comfort I feel is always on top of the list. My hygienist is so very very thorough and good!”

–monikab, University Place

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Bridgeport Dental Arts | Lance Bergeson, DMD, Gary R. Shaw, DDS
4103 Bridgeport Way West, Suite A
University Place, WA 98466
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Krisann Off - Dental Hygienist

Krisann was born and raised here locally in University Place where she has been a patient of Dr. Shaw’s since childhood. She later graduated from Pierce College as a Dental Hygienist, in 2009, and now working with Dr. Shaw since 2013. She enjoys spending time with her husband Travis, and son Beckham. The family is expecting their second child this January 2019. Krisann enjoys spending quality time with her family, long-distance running, gardening, and hiking. She is excited to be back in her hometown where she can give back to her community.

Sonica Anserello - Dental Hygienist

Sonica is originally from Nebraska. She relocated to Washington after joining the military. She has worked in the dental field for over 15 years. She started as a dental assistant in the Air Force, before evolving her passion to the field of dental hygiene. She is a strong advocate for community dental healthcare programs and often volunteers with mobile dental units to provide care to children, veterans, and individuals with greater need. She and her husband share 2 amazing daughters. Together they enjoy leading an active lifestyle, partaking in area fun runs, and appreciating the wonders of the Pacific Northwest, all while attempting to meet the demands of a couple of very busy toddlers.

Traci White - Dental Assistant

Traci moved to the Summit/Puyallup area when she was 14 after her dad retired from the Air Force. she is a graduate of Franklin Pierce HS and Clover Park Technical College where she received her Dental Assisting Degree. She has been an assistant for the past 32 years, 21 of which have been with Dr. Shaw and Bridgeport Dental Arts. Traci and her husband Chris reside in Puyallup. She and Chris have three grown children and have been blessed with 3 grandsons. She enjoys country music concerts, vacationing with friends, but mostly spending time with family and chasing her grandkids around.

Pam Knoll - Front Office Manager

Pam is originally from California but has been calling Washington home since 1986. She enjoys boating on the Puget Sound with her husband and son, which includes fishing and crabbing! Anything on the water and enjoying what the Pacific Northwest has to offer us.

Pam has been in the dental field for many years, starting as a dental assistant in 1989. Her passion for assisting evolved into a strong interest in working with the administrative aspect while helping the patients understand how their dental plans could help them achieve a healthy and beautiful smile.

Malisa Munoz - Sterilization Manager

Bio coming soon.

Kris Stillwell - Patient Coordinator

Kris has lived in several military bases and States before calling Washington State home. She just moved back to the Tacoma area a year ago and is enjoying all this area has to offer. Her favorite pass time activity is Anti-gravity Yoga and taking her fur-babies to the local dog parks.

Kris has been around the dental field since her earliest childhood memory. Her Dad is a retired Dentist and her mom is a retired hygienist. Kris went to Lake Washington Voc-tech for Dental assisting but found her true calling at the front desk. She loves helping her patients understand and make the most of their dental benefits to help keep their smiles healthy for years to come.

Holly Thompson - Dental Assistant

Holly is a Graduate of Clover Park Technical College, where she received and maintains her Registered Dental Assisting Degree. She has been an assistant for the past 32 years, of which 17 of those years have been with Dr. Shaw. She was recently married to all her co-workers present on a beach in Grand Cayman. She has 2 adult sons, a stepdaughter, and a stepson, with who she enjoys spending time. When she can she loves going to Arizona and hanging out with her youngest son lounging by the pool.

Jessica Godreau - Dental Hygienist

Jessica is a Registered Dental Hygienist, and is the newest addition here, at Bridgeport Dental Arts. She graduated from Pierce College with a Bachelors’s Degree in Dental Hygiene. Before being a Registered Dental Hygienist, Jessica worked in the dental field for almost nine years as an office manager, billing coordinator, and patient coordinator. Jessica’s goal is to provide excellent individualized care for patients in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Jessica has been married to Julio for nine years. Together they have two children, a boy, and a girl, ages 7 and 4. In her free time, Jessica spends most of her time with family and her dog, volunteering at school activities, camping, hiking, gardening, traveling, or trying new foods.