Dr. Silvia La Rosa, D.D.S
PeriodonticsNPI: 1912039348
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Languages
English, French (basic), Spanish
About This Provider
Dr. Silvia La Rosa is a board-certified periodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients in Tacoma achieve healthy gums and beautiful smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1997 and completed specialized training in periodontics at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she graduated top of her class. Dr. La Rosa specializes in advanced treatments like dental implants, bone grafting, and soft tissue management, and has been recognized as one of Seattle's top periodontists for over a decade. She is fluent in English and Spanish, and is deeply committed to her community—serving on the Pierce County Dental Foundation board and providing dental care to underserved communities. Dr. La Rosa looks forward to getting to know you personally and helping you achieve the healthy, confident smile you deserve.
Specialties
- 1
Education & Training
- Certificate in Periodontics, University of Illinois at Chicago (2001, graduated Top Ranked)
- Doctor in Dental Surgery Degree (1997)
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology (2003)
Credential: D.D.S
NPI registered: 03/12/2007
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
- American Board of Periodontology (ABP)
- Academy of Osseointegration (AO)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- Washington State Dental Association (WSDA)
- Pierce County Dental Society (PCDS)
- Pierce County Dental Foundation (PCDF)
- Dynamic Navigation Society
Awards & Recognition
- Named as one of the top Periodontists for 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024, and 2025 in Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
Beyond the Office
Community service in Colombia providing dentistry to under-served communities
Serves as board of trustees for Pierce County Dental Foundation (PCDF)
Served 9 years on Pierce County Dental Society board of trustees
Served as president of Pierce County Dental Society (2016-2017)
Participates in programs to help under-served communities
Teaches other dental professionals and allied staff
Spent a year studying French in Quimperlé, France
Married to Dr. Manuel La Rosa
Has two beautiful children
Enjoys traveling, the outdoors, reading, photography, ballet, archery, and spending time with family and friends
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