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Zachary J Minion, DMD

Zachary J Minion, DMD

General Dentist

4.6 out of 5.0
146 Ratings, 45 Comments

Dr. Minion’s Biography

Dr. Zachary Minion is a friendly, communicative, and compassionate dentist who believes that truly great care starts with listening. Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Dr. Minion completed dental school in Cleveland, Ohio before relocating to Yakima in 2024. He was drawn to dentistry through a meaningful experience with his own family dentist – an encounter that showed him how empathy, curiosity, and mentorship can open doors to lasting impact.

Dr. Minion takes pride in working collaboratively with patients to help them achieve their individual oral health goals. He once helped a patient uncover a long-misdiagnosed source of jaw pain through careful listening and follow-up. This was an experience that reinforced his belief in patient-centered, communicative care. Dr. Minion chose to practice with Willamette Dental because of its strong focus on prevention and its patient-first philosophy – values that align perfectly with his own.

Outside the office, Dr. Minion enjoys exploring the outdoors, discovering new local restaurants, and working on crafts and hobbies at home. New to Washington, he’s excited to take advantage of all the region has to offer.


Education

  • Dental School – Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine
  • Residency – Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic (NYU Langone Hospitals) – Advanced Education in General Dentistry 12 Months

Specialty Training

  • Cultural Sensitivity Training

Languages Spoken

  • English

Patient Experience Survey Results

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Nov 22, 2025

5

They have worked with my appointments

Nov 20, 2025

5

Very good experience especially for the first time visit. My kids also enjoyed their visit very detailed and patient oriented experience

Nov 19, 2025

4

To have the tooth I requested be repaired first

Nov 16, 2025

5

Whoever the hygienist was that did my teeth was absolutely AMAZING. I have very sensitive teeth and she did an outstanding job at making sure the appointment wasn't horrific and painful. 5 stars to that wonderful woman! And the Dentist was fantastic too. I was so nervous for my appointment but left feeling great.

Nov 15, 2025

5

I was very happy that my fears were listen to. I have a terrible fear of dentistry. I have had severe trauma in the past. Dr. Minion was very helpful in calming me, along with the hygienists, and stopped when he saw that it was going to take more work then expected.

Nov 15, 2025

5

My hygienist was very thorough and professional did a great job accommodating my gagging fits treated with respect and the doctor though young looking was great checking my hurt molar all in all very professional

Nov 12, 2025

5

It was just me and my toddler. While I was getting my teeth cleaned they were very kind and patient with my toddler. Even engaging with him to keep him entertained. That kindness really stuck out to me and made the experience so much less stressful.

Nov 10, 2025

5

Very kind and attentive staff. I had a great experience given it was my first time at Willamette.

Nov 5, 2025

5

Excellent

Nov 5, 2025

5

All staff members that I interacted with were so nice and friendly.

Nov 2, 2025

5

The dental team were amazing, very impressed.

Oct 27, 2025

5

Amazing from start to finish. Every employee we came in contact with was smiling, helpful and professional. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Oct 27, 2025

5

Great!

Oct 24, 2025

5

From the receptionist, to the dental hygenust (who was completely awesome) to the dentist, all were great. I am very happy with my new dental team!!!!!

Oct 24, 2025

5

Great care. Very attentive and concerned about providing good care and reducing pain.

Oct 19, 2025

5

Good folks no pain and caring.

Oct 19, 2025

5

Great experience

Oct 17, 2025

5

Thorough, professional and friendly!

Oct 11, 2025

5

My dental hygienist was very professional, knowledgeable, light with the touch, explained the procedures and what to expect, and overall the best I've had in all my years. I would highly recommend her.

Oct 11, 2025

5

Every appointment I have had with you has been very good. I wish I would've known sooner about your service!! You are the best!

Oct 10, 2025

5

Very pleasant experience but am reluctant to tell others because that would likely mean I would have to wait even longer for an appointment! Kinda like your favorite fishing spot... do you tell others?

Oct 5, 2025

5

Regarding Dr. minion I really did like him. He was very clear and he explained everything to me and he was very open to what I had to say. I really liked him. I would love to have him as a provider He's a great dentist He will go far.

Oct 5, 2025

5

Everybody was very kind and accommodating. I am terrified of the dentist but in spite of that. I felt heard and cared for.

Oct 4, 2025

5

Great experience! Thank you

Oct 4, 2025

4

It was nice! Looking forward to my next appt.

Oct 4, 2025

5

The staff was very helpful and kind

Oct 3, 2025

5

Dr. pulled my bad tooth and I've had very little pain after the extraction.

Oct 2, 2025

5

I was treated well by the staff.

Sep 26, 2025

5

I had an issue that concerned me and called and talked to a treauge nurse and she got me in the next day. This rarely happens with a medical office. You usually have to wait days or weeks before you can get an appointment. I really appreciate how quickly I wad able to be seen. Dr Minion was great.

Sep 13, 2025

5

They were very polite and they told us a lot of information that we were not aware

Sep 14, 2025

5

Please open the schedule for a longer amount of time. There's nothing as bad as trying to make an appointment and being told the schedule isn't up yet and there are no more appointments available.

Sep 7, 2025

5

Very good and professional staff.

Sep 6, 2025

5

I really appreciate their professionalism and treat you like a friend instead of just another business transaction.

Sep 6, 2025

5

Everyone there was really nice and I really liked the new dentist. He really listened to me and helped me out. And the dental hygienist was really great too. So I just wanted to say thank you and they're really great people. Bye.

Sep 6, 2025

5

good

Sep 1, 2025

5

I was pleasantly surprised I didn't have any pain by taking ibuprofen and Tylenol. Dr. Minion is a wonderful Dentist.

Sep 1, 2025

3

It took to long to schedule my initial appointment. But I think has been rectified. And you might want to make sure the patient gets enough breaks and suction because holding your mouth open for a long time and getting waterboarded sucks. Other than that, it was a good visit

Sep 1, 2025

4

When trying to make an appointment several months ago I was told that my clinic was booked out at least 3 months and beyond that no appointments are scheduled. I was pretty taken aback as previously other dental offices book out a year in advance. I will say I did get a call for an opening- but it was same day notice. Hopefully scheduling will be better in the future. My actual visit was very good!

Aug 24, 2025

5

It was great.

Aug 23, 2025

5

It was very friendly and professional.

Aug 22, 2025

5

So happy that they saw me really quick And we made arrangements to start my procedure really quick happy about that to

Aug 25, 2025

5

Everyone was so nice and friendly, and very helpful.

Aug 22, 2025

4

It was painless

Aug 21, 2025

5

Dr. Minion was very professional and friendly. I felt like he truly listened to my concerns and explained everything in a way that I could understand. The entire team was amazing and made me feel at ease and welcome.

Aug 15, 2025

5

Such a great experience! Staff was super friendly and welcoming!

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