Why Choose Us

A New Kind of Dental Practice

Welcome to Roots Dental, where we offer a better kind of dentistry. Everything we do is rooted in art and science. Led by Dr. Joshua Clarkman, we are a team of experienced dental professionals who use only the most advanced dental technologies, materials, and procedures. We invite you to book your visit today and learn more about the Roots Dental difference.

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Dr. Joshua Clarkman, dentist at Roots Dental in Bellingham, smiling in a professional outdoor portrait.

Privately & Locally Owned

At our community-focused practice, Dr. Clarkman’s primary focus is on comforting patients and health-centered dentistry. New patients are always welcome to join our dental family.

"Your comfort, satisfaction, and well-being always come first."

Handwritten signature of Dr. Joshua Clarkman, lead dentist at Roots Dental clinic in Bellingham.

Joshua Clarkman

DDS

Expert Care for Every Smile

Your Comfort
Is Our Priority

Our mission is to provide comfort, care, and health-centered dentistry to patients of all ages and stages of care. We strive to create and maintain a supportive environment for our patients and their families.

Relaxing
Comfort Dentistry

We are dedicated to your comfort and well-being. That’s why we offer a full spectrum of dental sedation, ranging from minimal relaxation to a deep, semi-conscious state, and pain-free anesthetic to make every visit as relaxing as possible.

Full-Service
Family Care

Dr. Clarkman treats patients at every stage of life, from 0 to 120. We also offer special needs dentistry to provide accessible care to everyone in our community.

State-of-the-Art Service

Thanks to advancements in dental technology, Dr. Clarkman provides minimally invasive treatment. This means more comfortable visits, better outcomes, and shorter healing times for our patients. We use digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, CBCT imaging, 3D scanners, and more.

Modern dental operatory with comfortable chair and advanced equipment at Roots Dental in Bellingham, WA.
Dr. Joshua Clarkman of Roots Dental in Bellingham showing a patient a 3D digital model of teeth during a dental consultation.

Patient Education

You’re more than just a name on a chart. Dr. Clarkman and his team take the time to get to know every patient and explain each step of their treatment. We want to make sure you understand your oral health and make informed decisions.

We Believe in Compassion

We put your comfort and satisfaction above all else. Our team bases our treatment recommendations on science and never offers treatments that you don’t want or need. With Roots Dental, you can rest assured that you’re receiving tailored care designed to meet your unique treatment needs.
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