Sarah A Choi, DMD
General Dentist
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By Appointment Only
To schedule an appointment, call:
1-855-4DENTAL (1.855.433.6825) -
Willamette Dental - Tacoma
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3866 S 74th Street, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98409
Dr. Choi’s Biography
Dr. Choi is a trustworthy and compassionate practitioner who takes the time to get to know patients and build long-lasting relationships. She was drawn to dentistry for its ability to meld both her love of art and creativity with an innate passion for teaching and problem solving. She’s also a firm believer in patient education as the foundation for effective treatment plans. It’s no wonder Willamette Dental, with its emphasis on patient education, stood out as her practice of choice.
When she’s not behind the chair, she’s likely in quest of her next favorite hiking trail. She’s grateful to live in the scenic Pacific Northwest and cannot imagine living anywhere else.
Education
- Dental School – Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry
Professional Associations
- American Dental Association
- Washington State Dental Association
- Washington Academy of General Dentistry
- Oregon Dental Association
Specialty Training
- Cultural Sensitivity Training
Languages Spoken
- English
- Korean
Patient Experience Survey Results
Our patient rating scores represent an average of all responses from actual Willamette Dental patients randomly surveyed by nationally-recognized patient experience firm, NRC Health.
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our NRC Health Patient Experience Survey. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Nov 27, 2025
Did super job getting me a same day appointment for broken tooth.
Nov 21, 2025
Everyone was terrific!
Nov 20, 2025
My heigenist and dentist were extremely kind to my anxiety and explaining everything
Nov 20, 2025
I bought a water pick plus. an electric tooth brush, after learning about periodontal gum disease. I began using the electric toothbrush last week and I will also soon start up with the water pick this week. I also floss my teeth daily, as I have been doing for a long time. The electric toothbrush has made flossing seem a lot easier for me.
Nov 15, 2025
All good.
Nov 8, 2025
Staff was very kind and professional
Nov 7, 2025
I had fallen and landed on my teeth. With large chips in my front teeth, I was expecting to have multiple visits. My teeth were better than before in 30 minutes. As someone who fears the dentist, this is hands down the best visit I've ever had. Thank you!
Nov 1, 2025
Everyone was professional, knowledgable, friendly, seemed interested in me. Great experience.
Nov 1, 2025
Very good experience.and they explained well.
Oct 31, 2025
The staff are friendly and helpful.
Oct 31, 2025
Even though I was 15 min late they were able to fit me in the schedule
Oct 30, 2025
It was a great appointment!
Oct 30, 2025
The customer service from the entire staff was great and appreciated.
Oct 23, 2025
One great thing they was able to get me in on a day I called because of the pain I was having in my mouth and everything worked out. Thank you.
Oct 23, 2025
Other than the 3 month wait time for the appointment everything was excellent!
Oct 21, 2025
Pleasant greeting by front end staff and was a nice, respectful hygienist I happen to be assigned to that day.
Oct 19, 2025
Very pleasant atmosphere and nice people
Oct 13, 2025
The Dentist Director was there and I really appreciated his coaching and active engagement.
Oct 2, 2025
Everyone is always so nice and helpful
Sep 20, 2025
thank you thank you for reaching out about the survey.
Sep 25, 2025
Very professional service in a comfortable environment
Sep 13, 2025
She is very good in customer service and provide perfect care to patient ?
Sep 13, 2025
A positive experience. Everyone was friendly, professional and very thorough. Took their time, went over options. No hard sell. Positive experience.
Sep 7, 2025
Good prosthetic work on my front incisor crown.
Aug 30, 2025
Always excellent care!!!
Aug 30, 2025
My experience was awesome!!!
Aug 22, 2025
We struggled to get my temp crown to stay on. Your office got me in to see someone right away each time without any hassle. I'm grateful for such good care.
Aug 19, 2025
The last 3 times I was in, the front desk checked me in but didn't notify the hygienist that I was there so I had to wait at least an extra 20 minutes before they check to see if I was there yet. My time does not seem to be respected. I'm early and the hygienist said he could have taken me early had the front desk let him know I was there. Instead went back 20 minutes after my appointment time. I can see doing this once but not the last 3 times I've been there.
Aug 10, 2025
Thanks to a great team in the Lakewood office. I appreciate everyone there!!
Aug 10, 2025
I absolutely loved the team! ??
Aug 9, 2025
I had a very good experience with my recent visit. Everyone was extremely helpful from the person who helped to get me scheduled for the emergency visit, to the dental assistant and dentist, to the person who assisted me with checkout at the end. Thank you!
Aug 9, 2025
My dental hygienist wasn't careful to clean my teeth, too much pressure on my teeth in the beginning and she accidentally hit my head while she was maneuvering the equipment when I was laying down.
Aug 8, 2025
Great experience
Aug 7, 2025
It was a good visit got me in and out staff was polite and professional.
Aug 7, 2025
Kind and professional in providing care
Aug 7, 2025
Emergency tooth extraction went smoothly - much quicker and painless than I had anticipated. I am very impressed with the dentist and her team.
Aug 4, 2025
It was a good appointment
Aug 11, 2025
I thought the hygienist would polish and clean my teeth but they didn't. I thought that was part of the process???
Aug 2, 2025
I have a very great experience.
Aug 1, 2025
I had a crown fall off and exposed tooth but was told that I was "in a pickle" because staffing was down and I wouldn't be able to be seen. I was in extreme pain for almost 48 hours.
Aug 1, 2025
Great service!
Jul 26, 2025
My dentist was amazing. I have a gag reflex and anxiety and difficulty breathing out my nose. She was very patient and empathetic. She expertly talked me through breathing and redirected me when I strayed. Was able to get my impression in 1 go. With no vomiting for once. She is an angel
Jul 19, 2025
Best experience i have ever had with willamette dental! Olympia is my normal office but considering switching to Tacoma all together! Great expereince!
Jul 19, 2025
More timely appointments would be great
Jul 18, 2025
Everyone is so nice! I'm usually anxious coming into health related appointments, but you guys are so welcoming!
Jul 12, 2025
Everyone was very friendly and offered ideas to help with difficult molars regarding flossing.
Jul 12, 2025
The dentist and assistant(?) Were very kind and understanding of my concerns and anxieties surrounding dental work, and did a wonderful job. If the closer location does not work out I will be changing my dental care to the tacoma location.
Jul 11, 2025
I told the hygienist that my teeth are sensitive, but haven't been lately. She proceeded to scrape my teeth with such force that I was in pain the entire visit. Now, a week later, I am still in pain. She lightened up after I shrieked several times, so encourage her to start gentle next time.
Jun 26, 2025
Staff was very helpful, courteous and kind
Jun 14, 2025
Did not like the out of control children in the waiting room.
Jun 13, 2025
My dentist is very kind and does a great job explaining the procedures and my options.
Jun 12, 2025
I was very pleased with the results of this appointment!!
Jun 9, 2025
Thanks for good caring.
May 25, 2025
Good service. Thank you
May 25, 2025
Excellent service.
May 24, 2025
In the years that I have gone to Willamette Dental I have never experienced bad service. I am always recommending Willamette, back when you had advertisements handouts I would take them to handout. Just a very welcoming establishment.
May 24, 2025
Nice folks & very professional
May 24, 2025
Great care and service!
May 18, 2025
I had an appointment at 1:30. I arrived at 1:00 pm and the building door was locked. I called Williamette dental answering service and after 20 minutes waiting on hold,I was informed that the clinic was at a meeting but should be available "soon". I wish they had put a sign up at the door instead of having to wait on hold to find out.
May 16, 2025
It's always a positive experience. My family and I love being cared for by such a great team!
May 8, 2025
Would prefer not to change providers so frequently. Seem like I see a new dentist every visit.
May 3, 2025
I so appreciate any and all kindness and consideration. An Excellent job was done.
May 3, 2025
That's one of the nicest experiences I had. They're very professional and I would recommend them for anything. Thank you very much.
May 3, 2025
Our hygienist was fantastic and did thorough job. Personable but not intrusive.
May 2, 2025
Everyone there is so nice and friendly. I appreciate the staff so much!!
Apr 28, 2025
Getting appointments is difficult, I broke out a filling and it wasn't serious enough to be seen asap it took 3 weeks to get in. This seems to happen all the time, you have to be bleeding or dying to get in asap. The dental asst and doctors are great and explained everything really good.
Apr 27, 2025
Sarah Choi was engaging and efficient. She clearly explained the procedure and care instructions.
Apr 27, 2025
The dental hygeinist or is it the assistant was really good and thorough explaining every step of treatment.
Apr 25, 2025
Everyone was wonderful!
Apr 24, 2025
It was great. She did a wonderful job. I love the tooth work she did. And I'd recommend anybody. Thank you.
Apr 24, 2025
It was the best dental experience of my life!
Apr 18, 2025
Thank you
Apr 19, 2025
Good teamwork, competent dentists and dental hygienists.
Apr 18, 2025
It was just nice to be heard and my anxiety treated well as always.
Apr 14, 2025
Went well
Apr 6, 2025
My son living with autism had an appointment, we had appointments back to back. The care and attention he received was the best so far!! I wasn't stressed because the staff was so professional and compassionate. I'm glad we switched providers to Willamette. Doctor was so amazing too.
Apr 4, 2025
I continue to have an excellent experience with every provider at this Willamette location. My dental experience has been pleasant and helpful, and welcoming.
Apr 4, 2025
The staff was very helpful and very concerned with my situation!! They were very friendly and went above and beyond to help me and I love the Dr that performed my procedure I was very afraid of the dentist and she was very good. The assistant that was there was also very friendly and very knowledgeable! I really love this office
Mar 31, 2025
It was fast for an appointment and once I was there the staff was great! When the procedure took place I was not expecting to be done in a short period of time.
Mar 29, 2025
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