Dr. Timothy Gatten is an endodontist with 19 years of experience treating complex tooth problems like root canals, cracked teeth, and dental injuries. He graduated first in his class from the University of Washington Dental School and is an active member of the American Association of Endodontics, staying current with the latest techniques and research in his field. Dr. Gatten grew up in the Coeur d'Alene area and is proud to serve the Post Falls community where he provides compassionate, high-quality care in a calm and comfortable environment. He is currently accepting new patients and specializes in both surgical and non-surgical root canal treatments, tooth retreatment, and emergency dental trauma cases.

Specialties

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EndodonticsPrimary
Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

BYU - Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology (graduated magna cum laude)
University of Washington Dental School - D.D.S., M.S.D., Certificate of Endodontics (graduated first in class)

Credential: D.D.S., M.S.D.

NPI registered: 03/23/2007

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Areas of Focus

Root canal therapy (surgical and non-surgical)ApicoectomyCracked teethEndodontic retreatmentTraumatic injuriesExtractionsImplants

Professional Memberships

American Dental Association (ADA)
American Association of Endodontics (AAE)

Awards & Recognition

Research awards
Published research in the Journal of Endodontics

Beyond the Office

Born in Spokane, WA and raised in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Second of nine children

Father was a dentist in Coeur d'Alene for almost 40 years

Valedictorian at CDA High in 1991

Played football, basketball, and baseball in high school

Was concertmaster violinist in high school orchestra

Redshirt baseball player at BYU

Member of BYU symphony orchestra

Served two-year LDS mission in Trinidad and Tobago

Enjoys outdoor activities with wife Lizzy and their 5 children

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