Our Dental Team

Dr. Ken Ring

Dr. Ring graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and served six years in the United States Army during which time he participated in the Army Internship Program and the General Dentistry Residency Program

Dr. Ring thoroughly enjoys dentistry and continues his education through continuing education courses and study clubs.  His main areas of interest are in cosmetic dentistry, implants, and restoring broken and worn teeth.

Dr. Ring's professional affiliations include:

• The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

• The International Congress of Oral Implantology

• The Academy of General Dentistry

• The American Dental Association

• The Pierce County Dental Society (past president)

Dr. Ring and his wife live in Lakewood and have three grown children.  When not in the office, Dr. Ring enjoys mountain sports and golfing.

Judy Quillen

Has worked for Dr. Ring for many years and is the Office Manager. She has had experience in all phases of the dental office and you'll find her in the business office. She helps patients with all of their concerns from treatment needed to scheduling to financial arrangements.  Her husband, Bob, recently retired and the both of them enjoy their children and grandchildren.

Lynne Burke

Lynne greet all of our patients and is a wonderful ambassador for our office. She is the schedule coordinator and also helps with all business aspects of the patient's dental treatment.  Lynne is very active outside the dental office, spending time gardening and spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.

Judy Hartley

One of our hygienists, who has been with this practice for over twelve years. She does a wonderful job and treats all of her patients with skill and compassion.  Judy has two grown boys and enjoys many outdoor activities.

Dorinda Adams

She is our other hygienist and has been with this practice for the past seven years. She is a great communicator who is very concerned with the health and welfare of her patients.  Dorinda's husband, Rob, is a teacher in the University Place School District and they have three grown children.

Connie Zamora

Is one of our dental assistants and has been with this practice on and off since 1994. Connie left for a while to have her baby, Miranda, who is now three years old. Connie is an excellent assistant, is very good with patients and is a real people person. She loves to meet and help new patients and many of our patients request that Connie be the one that helps them!

Rosalind Washington      

Ros is the newest member of our staff and has been here for over a year.  We are fortunate to have her as she is an excellent assistant.  She has two young children that attend school here in University Place.