PACIFIC HIGHWAY DENTAL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Dental Assistant
- Patient Care Coordinator
Alexandra enjoys being a Dental Assistant and helping Dr. Tomar and Dr. Sharma provide the best care for patient's dental health needs. Her favorite part of the job is assisting during cleanings and turning the ops (disinfect and sterilize) for the next patient. In addition, she enjoys coordinating care for the patients when at the front desk, and loves helping translate (Spanish-English) when needed.
In her free time she enjoys meditating at the beach and going to concerts and spending time with her family and friends.
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Dr. Sharma grew up in Bothell, WA and attended Inglemoor High School. He earned his bachelor's degree at the University of Washington with a double major in Medical Anthropology/Global Health and Human Evolutionary Biology. He continued his dental education at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery.
His favorite aspect of dentistry is working together with patients to develop the best treatment plan that fits their individual needs and helps them achieve the happiness and confidence that comes with a healthy, beautiful smile.
Outside of the office, Dr. Sharma enjoys running, video games, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Dr. Tomar started her career in dentistry in 1989, attending a 5 year Dental program to earn a Bachelors degree in dental surgery. Then she continued her education at the prestigious New York University School of Dentistry, graduating with honors in 2000. In 2006, after practicing in Boston for a number of years, Dr. Tomar moved to the Puget Sound area to be closer to her extended family.
Dr. Tomar is an expert in full mouth construction and smile makeovers. She has an associate fellowship with World Clinical Laser Institute (WCLI). She is also certified and trained in the latest laser surgery techniques, and use of cad-cam technology for crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays and Invisalign (clear braces).
Dr. Tomar's goal in dentistry is provide guidance to help patients make decisions that lead to long lasting oral health and physical well-being. She prides herself in providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere in her clinic, and alleviating stress & anxiety associated with dental procedures through her calm and cheerful chair-side manners.
Outside of the office, Dr. Tomar spends her time with her two sons and extended family. She also enjoys time at the gym, participates in many fundraising races throughout the year, and volunteers with numerous local non-profits.
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Dr. Meenakshi Tomar, based in Pacific Highway Kent, WA - is dedicated to your general & cosmetic dentistry needs (Cleanings, Exams, Teeth Whitening, Veneers, Invisalign, Bruxism and more.)
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi.
Nathan Nguyen enjoys being a dental assistant and helps Dr. Tomar and Dr. Sharma in every way possible to ensure that the patients feel safe and relaxed at our clinic. His favorite thing as a dental assistant is to do cleanings - he enjoys flipping the rooms and sterilizing dental tools to get everything clean and ready for the next patient. He enjoys spending time with dogs and cats or at concerts, music, or playing board games when not working.
Languages Spoken: English
Tooran enjoys her work as a dental assistant and working closely with Dr. Tomar & Dr. Sharma in caring for patients during dental procedures. She is meticulous in disinfecting and turning (preparing for the next patient) ops after procedures, while adhering to the strictest infection control protocols. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her two young boys and her husband.
Languages Spoken: English, Farsi, Kurdish