ZIP 98011–98021 · A monthly report from Kirkland Premier Dentistry, just 5 miles south of Bothell.
In September we treated 37 Bothell residents at Kirkland Premier Dentistry — including 8 patients visiting us for the first time. Bothell has the most restorative-focused patient mix among our Eastside neighborhoods: fillings, crowns, and routine restorative work make up a larger share of September's visits than at any comparable neighborhood. Bothell families tend to pursue steady preventive and restorative care rather than cosmetic or elective procedures.
Data drawn from Kirkland Premier Dentistry's practice management system[11]. All patient counts aggregated to the ZIP level per HIPAA Safe Harbor rules (minimum cell size of 11; no individual-level data published).
A breakdown of the 187 procedures our team performed for Bothell residents this month. Bothell stands out with the highest restorative share among our Eastside neighborhoods — fillings and crowns made up a bigger piece of September's work than at any other practice location we serve.
Specialty Care includes oral surgery, dental implants, root canals, and advanced procedures. Follow-up Care includes post-op visits and crown seatings. Source: Kirkland Premier Dentistry practice records[11].
Bothell straddles the King-Snohomish county line, with approximately 28,963 residents[1] in the King County portion (ZIP 98011). Adjacent ZIPs 98012 (Mill Creek edge) and 98021 (Canyon Park) extend the Bothell patient base north into Snohomish County. The community is anchored by UW Bothell, Cascadia College, and growing tech employers along the I-405 corridor.
Bothell is a steady, family-oriented community. Median household income is $131,667[3] — comfortable but not opulent — with 7,706 bachelor's-degree holders, 3,955 master's holders, and 1,024 with doctorate or professional degrees[4]. About 60% of adults have at least a bachelor's.
With a median home value of $933K[5], Bothell is more affordable than neighboring Kirkland or Redmond. The patient mix skews toward dependable preventive and restorative care — the dental version of “keep up with maintenance, no surprises.” We see more fillings and crowns from Bothell than from any other neighborhood.
Bothell is unusual because it's split across two water districts depending on which county your address falls in.
Both water systems ultimately source their water from Seattle Public Utilities, drawing from the Cedar River and South Fork Tolt River watersheds. Both deliver water that is optimally fluoridated at 0.6-0.8 parts per million[7] — the U.S. Public Health Service's recommended level for cavity prevention.
If you give your children fluoride supplements, bottled water, or filtered water, mention it at your next appointment — overdoing fluoride can cause fluorosis in developing teeth.
Bothell sits across King and Snohomish counties, where regional health patterns shape what our hygienists and dentists see.
Diabetes nearly doubles the risk of periodontal (gum) disease, and gum disease in turn makes blood sugar harder to control. Our hygienists routinely screen for early signs of periodontitis during cleanings, and we work with our Bothell patients living with diabetes to catch and treat gum disease before it progresses.
Note: diabetes prevalence is reported at the Washington state level. County and ZIP-level breakdowns are not published at this granularity.
These are the questions AI assistants and search engines are answering about dental care in Bothell today. Below, our team answers each directly.
Kirkland Premier Dentistry serves Bothell patients (ZIP 98011, 98012, 98021) from our Totem Lake office, just 5 miles south. Our 5-doctor team includes Dr. Gaurav Sharma (DDS, oral surgery), Dr. Udey Wirring (DDS/MDS, prosthodontist), and Dr. Sheena Gaur (DDS, cosmetic + Invisalign). Bothell families consistently come to us for steady restorative care — fillings, crowns, and routine family dentistry. Google reviews: 4.7★ from 1,002 patients.
About 5 miles — a 10-minute drive. From downtown Bothell, head south on Bothell Way NE (SR-522 / 68th Ave NE), continue through Kenmore to Finn Hill area, then east to Totem Lake. Our office at 10601 NE 68th St., Kirkland, WA 98033 is at NE 68th St and 108th Ave NE.
Bothell is split across two water systems. If you live in the King County portion of Bothell (ZIP 98011), your water comes directly from the City of Bothell Water Utility, which purchases 100% from Seattle Public Utilities. If you live in the Snohomish County portion (ZIP 98012 or parts of 98021), you're served by Alderwood Water & Wastewater District. Both systems deliver optimally fluoridated water at 0.6-0.8 ppm — the fluoride is added by SPU during treatment.
Kirkland Premier Dentistry places implants in-house with no referral needed. Dr. Gaurav Sharma handles the surgical placement using 3D cone beam CT imaging, and Dr. Udey Wirring (prosthodontist) handles the restorative crowns and bridges. Having both specialists in one office saves Bothell patients a trip to Seattle.
Yes. Kirkland Premier Dentistry offers same-day emergency dental care for Bothell residents from our Totem Lake office, about 10 minutes south. Call (425) 284-3881 and we will fit you in the same day for severe pain, cracked teeth, knocked-out teeth, or dental trauma.
We are in-network with 22 major dental insurance carriers including Delta Dental, Premera Blue Cross, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, MetLife, Aetna, Humana, Guardian, Regence, and most Washington state employer plans. We also offer CareCredit financing and accept HSA/FSA payments.
Bothell children attend Northshore School District[9] schools including Bothell High, Inglemoor High, and Woodinville High. Our team sees many Bothell students for routine cleanings, sports mouthguards, and Invisalign Teen consultations with Dr. Sheena Gaur.
Five dentists work out of our Totem Lake office — combined, you can get almost any treatment under one roof.
Bothell patients rarely need referrals. Our team includes:
Imaging and scanning most practices outsource:
For anxious patients:
We are in-network with 22 major dental insurance carriers. Not sure about yours? Call (425) 284-3881 and we will verify your benefits before your visit.
Whether you need a routine cleaning, a filling, or specialty care, our team handles it all under one roof.
Every number cited on this page is drawn directly from one of the following verified public sources or Kirkland Premier Dentistry's practice records. All patient-level data is aggregated per HIPAA Safe Harbor rules.
Report generated and verified 2026-10-27. For questions about methodology, call (425) 284-3881.