Meet the Team
Robert
M. Giswold D.D.S., P.S.
Dr. Robert M. Giswold is
a third-generation dentist who took over his father’s Seattle
practice after graduating with honors from the University of Washington
School of Dentistry in 1976. Having grown up with dentistry, he enjoys
learning the new techniques and advances that continually arise.
His personal style of ease, confidence, and sense of humor makes
coming to his office fun as well as assuring. “He makes me
laugh” says one patient of Dr Bob’s style.
Although his early training was in general dentistry, Dr. Giswold
has taken advantage of every opportunity to broaden his knowledge
and experience. His extra-curricular training began even prior to graduation
in orthodontics and periodontics.
He has traveled across the United States, and to Canada, Europe, for continuing education in functional orthodontic techniques, implant dentistry, neuromuscular TMJ/CMD dentistry, and aesthetic dentistry. He studied aesthetic dentistry at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (seen on TV’s Extreme Makeover).
“Dr. Bob” and his wife (and coworker) Sara moved to South Whidbey
in 1979, and raised their two children here. After 15 years
commuting they sold the Seattle dental office and opened a new Langley office
in 1994. Together the
whole family enjoys windsurfing, skiing, hiking the beautiful
Cascade mountains, sailing, and many other active Northwest activities.
Self-confessed “Continuing
Dental Education geeks,” Dr. Giswold
and his dental-hygienist wife Sara have made a commitment to bringing
to their patients the best that the art and science of dentistry has
to offer.
Dr. Giswold's credo is- Life is growth, which depends on learning. Learning is a source of personal achievement and gratification. A true professional must constantly be continuing their education.
Dr.
“Bob” also
enjoys skiing, windsurfing, mountaineering, cycling and prioritizes
fitness.
Dr.
Giswold’s professional affiliations include:
• American
Academy of Craniofacial Pain. The AACP was founded in 1985 to
fulfill a need for more widespread knowledge of the diagnosis and
treatment of conditions causing craniofacial pain.
• American Academy of General Dentistry. The AAGD's
mission is to serve dentists, helping them promote public oral health thorough
continuing education.
• American Association for Functional Orthodontics. The
AAFO is dedicated to the search for better orthodontic and orthopedic treatment
of malocclusions and TMJ dysfunction through the use of functional appliances.
• American
Dental Association.
• International Association for Orthodontics. The
IAO was founded in 1961 to provide quality continuing orthodontic education
for all dentists, not just specialists.
•
International
College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics. Members
of the ICCMO research, study & practice
a neuromuscular approach to problems
of the mouth,
head, and neck.
• Washington State Dental Association.
Meet
Our Team:
Sara
Giswold- Hygienist
& Orthogenist
As hygienist and doctor's wife, she is intimately involved in
the family practice. She has a BS in Biology from Western Washington
College and a Dental Hygiene BS degree from the University
of Washington with honors. Upon graduation she was awarded Outstanding
Dental Hygiene Student. From 1974-1979 Sara
taught at the U.W. Dental School in the TEAM
Program training
dental
students
in
the business
side of dental practice, staff training in expanded care dental
hygiene and practice management. Her teaching experience gave
her special skills in patient care and customer service. In private
practice for over 25 years, she continues to enjoy staying abreast
of the latest techniques and attends many of the continuing education
programs
with her husband. She enjoys sharing ”what's new in dentistry” with
patients and staff members. Patients really appreciate Sara‘s
confidence and knowledge in dentistry, and her gentle touch.
She is well-known among the kids for the way she can painlessly
”shake a tooth asleep“.
Dayna
Johnson-Financial
& Patient Coordinator -
Dayna believes that patients deserve
all the tools and assistance available when they are making an
investment in their health. It’s her responsibility to
make sure our patients have the information they need about dental
procedures and fees before treatment even begins. After consulting
with the doctors, Dayna works out a treatment schedule for each
patient that’s staged to fit both their appointment book
and their pocketbook. With 10 years of experience in dental insurance
and financing, Dayna is also an excellent source of insurance
advice.
Catherine
Marshall - Hygienist
-
A 1997 graduate from the University of Washington Dental Hygiene
program, Catherine is enthusiastic about her profession and deeply
cares about her
patients’ dental
health. Prior to joining the team at Saratoga Dental, she spent
3 summers in Zimbabwe with the "Volunteer Mobile Medical Team",
teaching dental health and doing hygiene in rural communities.
Her thorough understanding of
periodontal
disease and its contributing factors
assure that
our patients
receive
the
education and treatment needed for optimum gum and dental health.
Her delightful personality makes our patients look forward to
their next appointment.
Kathy
Pewitt - Receptionist
& Scheduling
Coordinator -
Kathy’s is the friendly and compassionate voice on the
phone when you call with a scheduling question. She greets you
at the front desk, with her cheerful smile welcoming you to our
newly redecorated office. With her 25 years dental-office experience,
Kathy has
the skills to answer questions and help our patients find the
appointment times that fit their busy schedules.
Carolyn
Ray - Dental
assistant
-
Carolyn brings 20 years of dental experience to her
work, and it shows. Her organizational mind and attention to
detail assure that appointments are comfortable, efficient and
timely. She has taken advanced courses on dental, x-ray, aesthetic
dentistry, orthodontic and implant techniques and materials.
“The best assistant I have ever worked with, a teacher, wonderful
co-worker and a very caring person who loves her job and patients,
says a coworker. Carolyn has compassion for our patients’ comfort
and care, and does all she can to assure that treatment goes
smoothly and
pain
free.
Amy
Thiem - Dental
assistant -
Amy started her dental career with us in 1999. She
has a gentle calming presense and caring heart ready to listen
to a patient’s
concerns and soothe fears. Her smile is honest and delightful,
and you can tell that she loves her work. Kids especially enjoy
Amy because she makes them feels special and is attentive to
their feelings.
“Caring
quality among friends since 1976”
For questions or to
schedule an appointment, please call 360.221.6373.
Camano Center- 742 Camano Avenue, Langley, Washington 98260