New Horizons Dental

New Horizons Dental is very excited to introduce the newest member of our family...Dr. Lara Kacherian!

Dr. Lara Kacherian was raised near New York City and she moved to the west coast seven years ago. She loves exploring the beautiful outdoors and all of the incredible food that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. She and her family recently relocated to Vancouver from across the river in Portland. As a fourth-generation dentist she is passionate about the evolving field of dentistry and the technological advancements that provide great care for her patients.

Dr. Lara received her bachelor’s degree in Biological Anthropology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. She later attended Columbia University in New York, NY where she received her DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery). She met her husband, Jonathan, (who is an oral surgeon in the area) in dental school and they moved across the country together. She completed a general practice residency program at the Portland V.A. Hospital and provided complex dental care for the Veteran population.

In her spare time, she enjoys trying new restaurants and spending time with her young family. Dr. Lara and her husband keep busy with their son, Ethan, and daughter Nora. They also have a dog named Finn (he is a Vizsla).

Dr. Lara is highly committed to providing patients with a positive oral healthcare experience. She strives to deliver gentle and high- quality care with attention to the little details. She looks forward to forming relationships with her patients, and being an important part of their overall health & wellness.

If you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lara, just call or text our scheduling team at 360-694-7070.

New Horizons Dental is a proud supporter of the Hockinson High School Drama Dept. and their production of Mean Girls - The Musical. Go Drama Team!

Congratulations to Janette who welcomed her baby boy early this morning!! New Horizons has had the pleasure of Janette working as one our hygienists for over 10 years. We will miss her so much as she stays home to raise this precious miracle. 💙💙💙

Our lovely assistant Abi is getting married on Sunday! She’s off today getting ready for her big day. The dress we made her didn’t quite do the bride to be justice, but we all had some fun with it to celebrate with her. Congratulations Abi! 🥂🎊

Happy Easter! May everyone have a blessed day.

Due to inclement weather we are closing the office today for safety of our staff and patients. Stay warm and cozy!

It’s 📕 and we want to know which book makes you smile! 😁 📚 Comment below to let us know! 🥳 🎉

Perhaps the best compliment you can give another person is a big smile. So make sure your smile is ready for National Compliment Day — by scheduling your dental checkup today! 🎉 🦷 ❤️

Did you know that cheese is good for your teeth?🧀 A new study has found that eating cheese can actually help clean your teeth and strengthen its enamel.

However, before you rejoice too much, you should know that the study also found that too much calcium could lead to tooth decay. As always, moderation is key! 😉

Today is ! 🍿 🎉 But what happens when a kernel gets stuck in your teeth?

1. Use dental floss as your first go-to! Try to work the floss as close to the gum as possible while forming a c-shape with the floss around one tooth.

2. If the floss isn’t doing the trick, you can grab a toothpick to try to pop out the kernel.

3. Lastly, brushing is highly effective for removing debris like popcorn.

If all else fails, give us a call — we would be happy to help! 📲

Which is better: an electric or manual toothbrush? 🦷

Trick question. What matters most is HOW you brush your teeth:

1. Brush 2 times a day for 2 minutes.
2. Use soft bristles to avoid gum recession and use gentle circular movements.

Use whichever toothbrush you want, as long as you take daily steps to care for your oral health! 🎉 😁 🦷 ❤️

On this day, we encourage you to make time to think about what you want most out of life. Dust off your dreams and start taking action.

You never know what can happen when you take that first step!

Most gum disease and tooth loss is due to oral bacteria. These microorganisms are always present inside your mouth and are most active after you eat or drink.

To keep them at bay, it’s a must to practice consistent oral hygiene by brushing, flossing and using mouthwash daily. 🦷 😁 ❤️

New year, new you! 🎉 It’s that time of the year where we organize, declutter, and tidy up our workspace. 😁

Does eating healthy affect your dental health? 🥗 Yes! Eating a variety of nutrient-rich foods promotes healthy teeth and gums.

What’s your favorite healthy snack?

Will 2023 be the year you build the smile you’ve always wanted? Call us today to get started!

Wishing a Happy New Year to all of our wonderful patients and followers! May this year be filled with blessings, success, happiness and big smiles for all. 😁 🎉

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It’s almost 2023! 🎉 🎉 🎉 Tell us: How are you ringing in the New Year? ✨

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Anyone else get that weird feeling during the week between Christmas and the New Year? Turns out there’s a word for it - Twixmas! 🎄✨

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2023 is right around the corner — so help us ring in the New Year with some treats! What is your all-time favorite holiday dessert? 🥧🎄❤️

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Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday weekend! 🎄 🎁

Due to inclement weather conditions, we have decided for the safety of our staff and patients to close the office today December 23rd 2022 . We wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas!

Before the holiday rush gets your feathers in a bunch, here are 5 reasons to smile:

🎅 Smiling makes you look and feel younger.
🎄 Smiles are great fashion accessories, and they’re FREE!
🛍 Smiles always help boost your mood.
✨ Smiling helps you stay positive and look confident.
❤️ And most importantly, smiles are contagious!

Confession time: Do you start shopping for Christmas before Black Friday — or wait until Santa is already in the air? 🎅🎄❤️ 🛍

Tell us below!

Which Christmas movie quote do you find yourself repeating throughout the year? 🎄✨

We’ll go first: “I just like to smile, smiling's my favorite.” — Elf 😁✨

Which holiday song puts a smile on your face — and which has you pressing next? 🎶🎄❤️✨

Here’s a little reminder to Brush, Floss & Smile! Pass it along and tag a friend below! 🦷 ✨

Would you rather ! 🎤 🎶 Would you rather sing “Jingle Bells” very loudly every time you visit the dentist or wear a Santa suit to work every day? Comment below! 😂

Washing your hands helps keep you (and those around you) healthy! For we wanted to share a few tips!

Do’s
💧Wash your hands when they are dirty.
💧Wash your hands before preparing food, or before eating.
💧Be SURE to wash your hands after touching raw meat.
💧Also, regularly clean frequently-touched items.

Don’ts
❌ Avoid putting your fingers in your eyes, nose or mouth.
❌ Don’t cough or sneeze into your hands.

We know we’re a day late on this, but yesterday was ! What’s your favorite holiday cookie? 🍪 ❤️ ✨