Our dental practice was the first in Gig Harbor. It was started by Dr. Ryan (who was also the first mayor of the city) in the 1920’s. He was succeeded by Dr. Richards in the 1960’s. Dr. Coyner took over the practice in 1991.

Dr. Richard Coyner

Dr. Coyner grew up locally in a large family from the Lakewood/Steilacoom area. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Pacific Lutheran University and a 1990 grad of University of Washington School of Dentistry. He is a past-president of the Pierce Co. Dental Society and founder and president of the Pierce Co. Dental Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing dental services to disadvantaged children and adults. Dr. Coyner volunteers much of his time in homeless and community clinics and feels very strongly about giving back in the community.

Dr. Coyner is a member of the Washington State Dental Association and the American Dental Association. His favorite free time activities include any time spent with family, music, history, fishing and martial arts (two black belts).

Dr. Coyner is most proud of his staff, some of whom have been with the office for almost 20 years.  Their caring attitude truly makes our office a patient centered practice. Our staff puts the patient's needs first so that treatments are efficient, timely, and effective. They are highly skilled and trained, and strive to provide dynamic and enjoyable service to each of our patients.

We are pleased to treat our patients conservatively and especially enjoy both our young and senior patients!