For World Wide Smiles

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For World Wide Smiles

About

For World Wide Smiles is a Dental clinic in Gig Harbor, WA, also known for its global humanitarian efforts. Founded by Dr. Sherwin Shinn, it provides general and pediatric Dental care locally while dedicating significant resources to improving dental health and promoting oral hygiene in underserved communities worldwide through partnerships and humanitarian missions.

Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

5122 Olympic Dr Ste A101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

Phone

(253) 649-0181

Website

forworldwidesmiles.org

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Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet

Crowd

LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

Appointment required
Appointments recommended

Payments

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Offerings

Teeth whitening

Planning

Accepts new patients

Payments

Cash only

About this person

Practitioner gender

Not for display

Mask required
Staff get temperature checks
Staff wear masks
Temperature check required

Detailed Introduction

For World Wide Smiles, formerly known as Shinn Kids Dental, is a dental practice located at 5122 Olympic Dr Ste A101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Led by Dr. Sherwin Shinn and Dr. Juan Herrera, DDS, the clinic offers a range of dental services, including general and Pediatric dentistry, serving both children and families in the local Gig Harbor community. They accept payment options such as CareCredit. Beyond its local practice, For World Wide Smiles has a significant humanitarian arm. Its mission, as stated by the American Dental Association, is "to create partnerships in order to improve and sustain dental health and build bridges of friendship around the world." This mission is driven by Dr. Shinn's dedication to global dental outreach, providing care, facilitating disease prevention, and promoting oral hygiene education in areas with limited access to dental services. This initiative started from Dr. Shinn's experiences witnessing the critical need for Dental care in places like Nepal, where lack of access to even basic hygiene tools led to severe oral infections. He has since developed regular Humanitarian dental missions with teams of volunteers and portable equipment to deliver comprehensive dental services abroad. Dr. Shinn has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts, receiving the American Dental Association Humanitarian of the Year award in 2013 for his long-standing commitment to serving others, embodying the belief that "the world is our neighborhood."

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Patient Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Candice Schmidt

We are so happy to find Dr. Shinn and his associates! They really care about our family! They have cute goldfish tanks and cool movies on in the lobby. The staff are willing to help if you have multiple kids with you.

They are extremely professional and gentle. We highly recommend them and will be long term clients for years to come. Thank you Shinns Kids Dental you truly out hit a home run with us!!! Love, The Schmidt Family

September 20, 2020

Stephanie Oberst

This place is wonderful! Dr. Shinn is so kind and gentle with my daughter who has bad anxiety about the dentist. Dr.Herrera is awesome also. The staff is incredible. I would give 10 stars if it was an option!

August 15, 2024

mickie zacharczyk

Doctor Shin, his wife and staff are outstanding in the profession. But as individuals they are a gift to so many people. Doctor Shin is an outstanding dentist and has taken care of my grandchildren for several years. My granddaughter is now sixteen and has perfect teeth because of the wonderful care that he is given her. .

My granddaughter is so excited about going to the dentist every 6 months. It's truly amazing to see that interaction with a dentist. Thank you doctor Shin and staff for all you do for others. God bless you all!

January 4, 2024

Tiphany Turnley

I switched my kiddos Dental care here after his very first dentist stopped taking his insurance, then the next one closed suddenly - they made me sit in the lobby during my kids exam, so I wasn't entirely mad about finding a new clinic. I'm so glad we made the switch! That was about 2 years ago. My 11yo loves Dr. Shinn! He's a very engaging and caring dentist, I have been quite pleased with how well he relates with my sports enthusiast boy. They have great conversations about my sons various sports endeavors.

The last time (several years ago) when my kiddo had to get some cavities worked on, it was a whole situation, he was very fearful - overall, it wasn't good, and I felt like the staff was just "doing their job" rather than reading their patient and responding - I ended up having to help them hold him down in the chair. . . it was all bad. When my kiddo needed some additional work last year, Dr.

Shinn made him feel so safe and comfortable, explained what he was doing every step of the way, and my son left with a renewed sense of trust in his dentist. ❤️ This place is great, the staff is great and Dr. Shinn is the best pediatric dentist I've ever had the pleasure of working with!

January 6, 2024