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Dr. Karen Yee-Lo, D.M.D.

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1710137591

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Contact Information

Address

7609 STEILACOOM BLVD SW
SUITE 100
Lakewood, WA 98498

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Fax

(253) 589-2556

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(1 review)
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About This Provider

Dr. Karen Yee-Lo is a pediatric dentist serving Lakewood and the surrounding area with 18 years of experience caring for children's teeth and smiles. She specializes in working with all children, including those with special needs and developmental delays, and focuses on preventing tooth decay and helping kids feel comfortable at the dentist. Dr. Yee-Lo earned her dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed advanced training in pediatric dentistry at Tufts University, where she learned to care for children with special healthcare needs. She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and actively teaches future dentists at the University of Washington School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Yee-Lo is accepting new patients and looks forward to helping your child develop healthy teeth for life.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Residency in Pediatric Dentistry (working with handicapped and developmentally delayed), Tufts University (1992)
  • DMD, University of Pennsylvania (1991)
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Victoria, Canada (1987)
  • Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry, St. Christopher's Hospital, Philadelphia, PA (1994)

Board Certifications

  • Consultant to the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Recertified, Diplomate, ABPD, 2010
What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: D.M.D.

NPI registered: 09/29/2008

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryEarly childhood cariesPreventionBehavior managementCare for handicapped and developmentally delayed patients

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Dental Association
  • Washington State Dental Association
  • Washington State Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Pierce County Dental Society

Beyond the Office

Affiliate Instructor at University of Washington School of Dental Medicine

Past President, NW Pediatric Dental Study Club

Board member, Agape Adoptions

Hospital privileges at Tacoma General Hospital/Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, Tacoma, WA

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Dr. Karen Yee-Lo, D.M.D. - Pediatric Dentistry - Lakewood, WA