Convenient Access from Lake Shore
Lake Shore sits beside Vancouver Lake, northwest of our office, yet Advanced Dental Concepts is only about 15 minutes away, mostly along one long east-west road. Our office is on NE Vancouver Mall Drive in Vancouver, and the drive needs no freeway on-ramps at all. Households looking for a dentist near Lake Shore will find family checkups, gentle care for nervous kids, laser gum treatment and restorative work with Dr. Katrina Lo.
Leaving Lake Shore Elementary School at 9300 NW 21st Avenue, go east on NW 94th Street and turn south on NW 9th Avenue. At NW 78th Street, turn east and stay on it as it becomes NE 78th Street, passing over I-5 and crossing NE Highway 99. Turn south on NE Andresen Road and continue to NE Vancouver Mall Drive, ending at 7107 NE Vancouver Mall Dr Ste D, Vancouver, WA 98661. All told it is 6.9 miles, and our Google Maps listing shows the full path.
For anyone living near the lake's eastern edge, 78th Street is the backbone of the trip. Nearby communities with pages of their own include Felida to the northwest and Salmon Creek to the northeast.
Lake Shore Families Have a Dental Home Here
Lake Shore is an unincorporated Clark County community on the east side of Vancouver Lake, with Hazel Dell to the southeast. Its children attend Vancouver Public Schools, including Lake Shore Elementary, which carries the community's name. Across the water on the west shore, Vancouver Lake Regional Park stretches about 2.5 miles and draws windsurfers, kayakers and canoeists.
For a community a little apart from the busier corridors, convenience matters. Our office keeps the whole family under one roof, so parents do not have to coordinate separate offices for children and adults. One dentist sees everyone, which means fewer forms, a shared history and a familiar face at every checkup. When something new comes up, Dr. Lo already knows what has changed since the last visit.
Visits begin at 8 AM, Monday through Thursday, and run until 5 PM. After-school checkups are easy to plan because 78th Street avoids freeway merges entirely, with Friday through Sunday closed.
Calm, Thorough Care for Lake Shore Patients of Every Age
Many families put off visits because a child, or a parent, dreads the dental chair. Our team works at a calm pace, builds in breathing breaks and agrees on a simple signal to pause whenever you need one. Neck pillows, blankets, headphones and bottled water are all available, and nitrous oxide is an option for adults and children alike.
Regular Cleanings & Exams are the foundation. Each visit includes a careful look at gums, enamel and existing fillings, with digital x-rays when they are due. Small problems found this way are simpler and less costly to fix than the ones discovered by a toothache.
Adults dealing with tender, swollen or bleeding gums have more options than they might expect. Laser-assisted treatment can target inflamed tissue in some cases, and deep cleanings followed by maintenance visits help keep periodontal disease under control.
Older adults face a few changes of their own. Many common medications reduce saliva, and a dry mouth leaves teeth more open to decay, especially along exposed roots near the gumline. Sipping water through the day, sugar-free gum and a careful look at older crowns and fillings at each visit all help. Grandparents in Lake Shore can keep their care in the same office as the rest of the family.
At home, the routine stays simple: brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, clean between the teeth once a day, and limit sugary snacks between meals. Kids under about eight usually need a parent to finish their brushing, since small hands miss the back teeth.
What a Dentist Near Lake Shore Can Do for You
Family Dentistry
From a toddler's first visit to a grandparent's routine cleaning, every age is welcome. Gentle introductions help young Lake Shore patients feel at ease in the chair.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide, inhaled through a small nose mask, takes the edge off anxiety while you stay awake. Oxygen at the end clears it quickly.
Laser Dentistry
For select soft-tissue procedures, a dental laser offers a minimally invasive approach. Dr. Lo explains whether it suits your situation during the exam.
Restorative Dentistry
Decay or wear damage is repaired with tooth-colored fillings, crowns and bridges. Digital impressions make the process quicker and cleaner, and many crowns can be finished in one visit with CEREC®.
Want a feel for the office before your first visit? Our Who We Are page introduces the team and the comfort touches waiting for you.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Katrina Lo was born in the Philippines and moved to California as a child, then completed dental school with honors at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Today she cares for patients of every age at our office, and she lays out each option clearly so you can choose what fits your goals.
Insurance & Financing
If your policy lets you choose your own dentist, you can likely use it here, and our team will file the claims for you. Credit cards are welcome, and CareCredit offers payment plans for bigger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Advanced Dental Concepts from Lake Shore, and how do I get there?
It is roughly 6.9 miles from Lake Shore Elementary, about a 15-minute drive. Take NW 94th Street east and NW 9th Avenue south, then follow NW and NE 78th Street east to NE Andresen Road and turn south. If you are choosing a dentist near Lake Shore, the route never puts you on a freeway.
Do you see the whole family, from young kids to grandparents?
Yes. Our office treats children, teens, adults and seniors, so a household can keep all its dental care in one place. Young children get a gentle, unhurried introduction to the chair, while older patients receive the same careful attention to gum health, worn teeth and aging fillings. Back-to-back appointments can save Lake Shore families a second drive.
How do you help a child who is scared of the dentist?
We slow down and let your child set the pace. Our team explains each step in simple words, shows the tools first, and agrees on a hand signal for breaks. Headphones and blankets help, and nitrous oxide can relax a worried child while they stay awake and responsive. Gentle first visits build trust over time.
What is laser gum treatment, and who is it for?
It is a minimally invasive way to treat inflamed gum tissue with a dental laser. Dr. Lo may use it alongside scaling and root planing for patients with gum disease, in select cases where it fits. The goal is to reduce bacteria and inflammation so the gums have a better chance to heal.
Can I use the insurance I already have at your practice?
Most of the time, yes. Our office takes many major dental plans, and if your policy allows you to choose your own dentist, you may be able to use your benefits here. Our team helps you understand your coverage and files the insurance claims for you, so there is less paperwork on your end.
Schedule Your Visit from Lake Shore
One straight drive down 78th Street brings you to a dentist near Lake Shore who cares for every generation. Call (360) 345-3938, Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, or book online. Look through our areas we serve for nearby communities, or learn more on our Dentist Vancouver, WA homepage.