DENTIST ON WHIDBEY ISLAND

Dr. Braden Giswold

Whether it’s crafting beautiful restorations for patients who are suffering from dental decay or creating a comfortable environment where everyone can feel safe, Dr. Giswold remains a passionate and caring dentist near Whidbey Island – one who puts patients first.

He learned the ins and outs of dentistry by following in the footsteps of not only his father but also his grandfather and great-grandfather. While he was unsure about what to pursue early on, he witnessed the excitement his father expressed while working in the world of dentistry. His mother’s experience as a dental hygienist also gave him additional insight into what it’s like to work with patients.

While in college, he decided his future career needed to be something that allowed him to work with people and make a difference. Considering medicine and dentistry, he spoke to many healthcare professionals before deciding to continue his family’s legacy.

Having worked in his parents’ dental office during middle school and helping perform various tasks (i.e., pouring models, filing charts, etc.), he applied to the University of Washington School of Dentistry to earn his dental degree. From there, he traveled to Guatemala on mission before coming back and joining his dad at Saratoga Dental.

He took over the practice in 2012 and continues to pursue additional educational courses to hone and expand his knowledge. He has received advanced training from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

With multiple awards and residencies under his belt, including a TMD mini-residency at the Center for Occlusal Studies, a guided implant residency program at White Cap Institute, and a comprehensive orthodontic continuum, he strives to deliver exceptional results when working with every patient.

When he’s not busy at the office, you’ll likely find him with his wife, Molly, and their twins, Flo and Fox. As natives of the area, the two love the community of South Whidbey and are often biking, gardening, and visiting nearby beaches. Dr. Giswold also enjoys hiking and climbing as well as surfing, kiteboarding, and sailing.

Dr. Chase Talbot

Similar to Dr. Giswold, Dr. Chase Talbot spent a lot of time in the dentist’s office as a child. With a dentist for a father, he observed and even assisted his dad while at work, leading him to decide that he, too, wanted to work in the field of dentistry.

After working as a sterilization tech during his freshman year of college, he decided his future as a dentist near Whidbey Island was exactly what he wanted to be. Once he completed his bachelor's degree at Whitworth University, he attended the University of Washington School of Dentistry before completing his Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency.

From there, he joined the United States Navy, serving as a general dentist. After completing his time in the Navy, he practiced in Seattle before joining Saratoga Dental.

Since his years of formal schooling, he has remained eager to learn more about the field, pursuing continuing education courses on digital anterior esthetic dentistry. He also holds memberships in the American Dental Association and the Washington State Dental Association.

When he’s not treating patients, Dr. Talbot enjoys spending time with his wife, Zea, as well as his large, close-knit family. He also enjoys being outdoors and hiking, biking, backpacking, or skiing. You might even find him practicing his woodworking skills, repairing watches, reading hard science fiction, or watching the Seattle Sounders.