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Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month: Bates DDS

BatesDDS is a general dentistry practice that provides comprehensive oral health care to the greater tri-county area. Located at 1900 E Crawford in Deer Park in a new, state of the art facility, BatesDDS provides dental services and expertise in all disciplines. Along with dental cleanings and restorative procedures, BatesDDS provides CAD/CAM dentistry, wisdom teeth removal and other oral surgery procedures, digitally guided implant therapy, and orthodontic procedures which include traditional braces and aligner therapy. The mission of BatesDDS is to provide the highest quality and most technologically advanced care available. 

Dr Bates is a graduate of the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and an Army veteran where he served in the Dental Corps, including one tour in Afghanistan. Dr Bates and his wife, Afton, have six children and for the last six years have made their home in the Deer Park area. They love being involved in the schools and its activities and are grateful to be a part of this great community. 

The team at BatesDDS is dedicated to providing the best that dentistry has to offer. With attention to detail and a personalized approach to every patient encounter, they are able to provide a wide range of procedures to meet almost every dental need and desire. The interaction with the people of our community is truly a highlight for every member of this dedicated team.

BatesDDS

1900 E Crawford St, Deer Park, WA

(509) 276-6996

batesdds.com

This is a sponsored article and does not necessarily reflect the position of the Deer Park Gazette or its staff.

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