• Mission Statement
• Patient Forms
• Directions and Parking
• What to Expect

Overview
During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information, like your medical history, and give you time to get to know Dr. Marder. To understand what to expect for your first visit to our practice, please read through this page. You’ll find all the practical information you need, such as a map and directions to our office, practice hours, payment policies and more. There’s also background information about our committed staff and our first visit procedures. You can even save some time at your first visit by printing out and completing the patient forms in advance of your appointment.

Mission Statement
We are honored that you would entrust us as partners in your health care. We take seriously your endeavor to be healthy. We always seek to find the cause of a problem, not just fix the effect. We look at your whole health, advise you regarding your mouth, but always within the context of your whole body, your medical history, your familial tendencies, and your personal preferences.

Often oral health decisions intertwine with general health concerns.  Too regularly, we think that our mouth is separate from the rest of our body.  Yet, it is becoming more and more evident through scientific exploration that this is not the case.  We take seriously the decision of what material is placed in your mouth, being concerned that the material reflects your individual biological compatibility preference.

We listen to your concerns and values and then individualize our recommendations to fit your specified preferences.  We hold that you are in charge of your health care and simply hiring us as experts in the field.  We want you to fully understand and desire the care we provide prior to our performing the care.  We always strive to find the cause before providing a solution.  We identify how the oral is reflecting the systemic and how the systemic relates to the oral.

We strive to integrate conventional care and alternative care. In this way, we offer an alternative to most dental offices. We hold a bias towards natural solutions which minimize side effects. We hold a bias against medications when we might find a non-pharmacological choice. We hold a belief that cosmetic dentistry has its value and place, but we will not push you in that direction.

We are open to change and improvement.  We want to hear what you think and how we might be better able to serve you.  We want to create a safe, comfortable environment to which you would be excited to invite those that you care about.  We want to earn your trust, so that you could be confident in that invitation.

Patient Forms
Please print and fill out these forms so we can expedite your first visit:

• Oral Health / Dental Information
• General Health Information
• Client Information

In order to view or print these forms you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. Click here to download it.

Directions and Parking

From the Northgate exit off I-5, go East on Northgate Way, pass the Mall, continue to Northgate Village on the left side of NE Northgate Way between 8th Ave NE and Roosevelt Way NE. Look for the TJ Maxx sign. Our office is on the upper level above the Baskin Robbins.

If stairs present a problem for you:
Park in the upper parking lot. Access this lot from 8th Ave NE, the street to the west of the shopping complex. This lot includes the Post Office and the 24 Hour Fitness. Follow the walkway to the right and down the ramp, to the left, continue to the office.

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What to expect
On your first visit, we will take the time to listen to your story, your concerns, and your preferences.  We will collect appropriate data relative to your concerns.  We will share with you our findings, and if appropriate, discuss options for treatment.  If your situation is more complex, a follow-up consultation might be warranted.

We generally do not do cleanings on the first visit.  If this is very important to you, we can make an exception.  We have found that in order to provide comprehensive and appropriate care in an appropriate time frame, it is beneficial to gather information before we commence in treatment.

We hope you will find the experience in our office enjoyable, informative, and comfortable.  We hope you will feel comfortable in voicing your opinions and providing us feedback.  We look forward to meeting you and to a positive, lasting relationship.