Dr. Loving is one of the few dental consultants in the nation who has owned and operated a multi-million dollar dental practice. Therefore, she understands the intricate and numerous requirements of operating a successful dental practice. Dr. Loving is unique in her ability to provide hands-on clinical training for the doctors and hygiene team.
Dr. Loving is a native of the Pacific NW, growing up in Shelton, Washington. She moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington, earning her Bachelor of Arts in English degree in 1991. She then attended the UW School of Dentistry, graduating with honors in 1995.
Initially working as an associate in a local, multi-doctor practice, she decided to become a solo practitioner in the Seattle suburb of Issaquah, Washington. She purchased a four chair practice, and within five years expanded to maximum capacity at that office and increased production to nearly five times of when initially purchased. Her next endeavor (with her husband’s immense patience, direction, and support) was the building of her dream office - having 3,500 square feet, seven operatories, fifteen staff members, and over 3000 active patients. She passionately enjoyed 17 years as a practicing dentist, before selling her practice "Loving Dentistry" at the end of 2011. Her practice model was so successful, her office achieved being in the top 1% of all dental offices in the nation in her last 5 years of practicing. Her hygiene department just by itself consistently produced over one million dollars per year.
While she was always inspired to work with her amazing team and incredible patients, she felt the need to gain balance in her personal life, and change her pace and professional commitments. So at the end of 2012, she stepped away from actively practicing dentistry in order to start Loving Dental Solutions to help colleagues manage the enormous facets of operating a quality and successful dental practice. This is especially true as the dental profession is in a state of flux. Dentistry now operates with drastic and unfavorable changes in insurance benefits, global and local economics, and patient behavior. However, these conditions are offset by changing the way we practice and often embracing new technologies and systems. To stay competitive, today’s dental practices must create a solid foundation for growth and success.
Dr. Loving’s interests include reading, participating in a book club, volunteering at her two children’s schools and for charitable causes, spending time with her family, and accomplishing home projects with her husband.