Dr. Loshin
I came to dentistry in an unusual way … from medicine. As a graduate medical student at Washington University, I happened to pick up a dentistry book while browsing in the Medical/Dental Bookstore. I was fascinated. Here was a "helping profession" that absolutely required artistic talent in addition to the "science smarts" that got one into medical school. (I had, in earlier years considered a career in art or architecture, having recognized my artistic talents as early as elementary school.) But I was in medical school, working hard, achieving "honors" level grades, but having a nagging feeling that being a physician might fall short of my ultimate fulfillment. And after all, isn't the mouth just another area of the body, with its' own specialist like the brain (neurosurgeon) or heart (cardiologist)?

I quickly found that for some reason dentistry was considered a "lesser" profession than medicine, as in "less noble", and "less money", which my friends and family quickly pointed out. Not a single one supported my desire to leave medicine and enter dentistry.

I ignored them. I followed my heart and my own internal values compass. I became the first person ever, in the history of Washington University, to transfer from medical school to dental school. (And to my knowledge no one has done it since.) With "honors" grades in medical school, the dean offered me a teaching position for those medical courses, which are part of the early dental school curriculum. Over the next three years I taught, I learned, and I fell in love with dentistry! I thrived.

I graduated valedictorian, first in my class, and with highest honors from Washington University School of Dental Medicine. I guess dentistry agreed with me!

Perhaps because of my medical background, I chose to pursue a hospital-based General Practice Dental Residency at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago after dental school. Only ten percent of general dentists have this type of advanced post-graduate experience before starting dental practice.

I came to Seattle with my wife, Peggy, to climb mountains, breathe clean air and start a dental practice. I soon learned that the third essential quality of an excellent dentist, besides artistic talent and science smarts, is the ability to "listen" - to truly hear and understand the desires of each patient as an individual. The mouth forms words but it is the mind that speaks. I love the challenge of understanding the feelings, fears, and desires that each person has about their teeth, their smile and their health. Without judging or criticizing, how can we move forward, together, to improve each of these?

Can we balance the desire to look good (cosmetic dentistry) with the need to improve health (preventive dentistry)? Yes, we can. With all the new advances in dental technology, getting healthy and looking great now go hand in hand.

Artistic talent, medical science foundation, real listening and caring, are the hallmarks of my practice. I spend many hours each year attending advanced education courses with the world's top experts in cosmetic dentistry, implantology and preventive dentistry.

I love dentistry because I love to learn. I love to teach. I love to listen. I love to create healthy, beautiful smiles. I chose dentistry over medicine and I've never regretted it for a minute. Dentistry is ultimately a very personal business. The mouth is a very personal, sensitive, body part, and it always comes along with a "mind." When the "mind" smiles along with the mouth, I know I have truly helped another person!

Member
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
American Dental Association
Washington State Dental Association
Seattle King County Dental Society

Former faculty member
Washington University School of Dental Medicine

Honors
Valedictorian, Washington University School of Dental Medicine
Washington University Alumni Prize
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Indiana University

Outside the office
My passions are my wife - Peggy, a beautiful bundle of energy, and constant inspiration, my kids - Jacob the former magician and now Federal appeals lawyer in Washington, DC., Benjamin the musician / mechanical engineer, and Evan my youngest, techno-savvy systems engineer, and all-around great kid.

Fine woodworking, creative tile art, interior design and photography are my artistic outlets. I currently have an exhibition of 11 large photographs in the lobby of One Union Square. I am a tinkerer, with some creative project always underway! I've never been one to enjoy fancy cars or fancy clothes. I take the bus to the office. I volunteer building houses for Habitat For Humanity, because it's another way to help people, that's quite different from dentistry. And sometimes, it's just fun to cut sheetrock!

Although I enjoy hiking, camping, mountaineering, skiing, and photographing the great Pacific Northwest, my main passion is bicycling on those funny looking bikes called "recumbents." Actually, anything rolling on two wheels gets my adrenalin pumping, - inline skates, road bikes, mountain bikes, recumbent bikes, electric bikes and most recently my Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic cruiser motorcycle. Ride safe.
–Dr.L.

Arden Hello, my name is Arden and I am a part time Dental Hygienist. Before 2005, my friends would ask me for good dental referrals and I would hesitate and say, "I haven't found the right one yet." Then in 2005, I started working for Dr. Loshin and have been so impressed by his personal care, dental artistry and passion for knowledge. I can finally say," I have found the right one," and gladly give his name to anyone who asks! I am married with 2 children, one international teenager and a goldendoodle named Jade. You can find us at soccer games, football games, swimming pools and on a blue moon, at home.
Brandi Hi! My name is Brandi. I started working with Dr. Loshin and the Lasting Impressions Dental team in 2005. As a dental hygienist, I have been able to work and volunteer all over the world. This experience makes me feel very lucky to work with such a talented and fun group of people. You will find me working at this office part time, as your dental hygienist. I also have my own practice as an orofacial myologist. You can find out more about Seattle Orofacial Myology on my website www.facefunction.com.
Janett Hello! I am Janett, Dr. Loshin's office manager. I have been with Dr. Loshin since Sept. 1982. I am married to a wonderful man, Kevin and we share 5 children between us. He has 3 adult children & I have 2 beautiful daughters of my own, Alisha & Kiele. I started working for Dr. Loshin because the office seemed interesting & fun. I have stayed so long because of the high integrity & level of patient care that are the hallmark of this office. Many patients can have similar "tooth problems", but each person is a unique individual & that is the aspect that I find so enjoyable. Helping others achieve a beautiful, healthy smile for a lifetime.
Jill My name is Jill. I started my dental career as a dental assistant and ultimately became a proud graduate of the University of Colorado with a degree in dental hygiene. I can’t believe that’s almost two decades ago now. It’s fulfilling to be part of Lasting Impressions Dentistry where I can help so many people become dentally healthy and truly happy about their smile. A few years ago I moved to the Greenlake area where I love to exercise, and of course, people watch! Exploring the Northwest by boating, hiking and eating has been exciting! Looking forward to meeting you!
Mya Hello! My name is Mya. I have been working as a dental assistant for over 18 years. Working in the dental field is extremely rewarding to me. I love helping patients feel better about their smiles and making their dental experience as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. I enjoy working with the wonderful team at Lasting Impressions Dentistry and meeting and helping new patients every day. I am married and have two grown sons. In leisure times I enjoy reading, gardening and jogging.

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