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Defiance Dental Studio Tea

Rooted in Ruston, Vashon Island and Tacoma, Defiance Dental Old Town is an independently owned practice led by Dr. AJ Sekhon. Our mission is to provide modern, patient-centered dentistry while building genuine relationships within our community.

We are proud to combine cutting-edge technology with a personalized approach. Our fully digital practice ensures efficiency and accuracy, while our patient-focused care creates a welcoming and stress-free environment.

Whether you need a routine cleaning or advanced restorative care, you’ll experience dentistry that prioritizes your comfort and long-term oral health.

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Proud Locals

At Defiance Dental Old Town, we take pride in being a part of the Ruston, Vashon Island and Tacoma community. As residents and neighbors, we value our role in contributing to the overall well-being of those around us. Our locally rooted practice embraces a tradition of trust and integrity, ensuring every patient receives the kind of care they deserve.

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Techniques & Technologies

We stay at the forefront of dentistry by investing in the latest tools and techniques. From digital imaging to state-of-the-art treatment options like SureSmile® and dental implants, our goal is to make every visit as efficient and precise as possible. This approach allows us to deliver exceptional results while focusing on your comfort and satisfaction.

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Healthy Teeth for a Lifetime

Your oral health is closely linked to your overall well-being. At Defiance Dental Old Town, we prioritize treatments that not only enhance your smile but also improve your quality of life. By emphasizing preventive care and education, we empower patients to maintain strong, healthy teeth for years to come.

Meet the Team

How can we help you today? Whether you’re looking for a teeth cleaning, cosmetic dentistry services, or you’re experiencing a dental emergency, we’re here for you. Tell us all about your dental care needs and your smile wishes.

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Dr. AJ Sekhon

Dentist/Owner

Dr. Ajaipal Sekhon has only one mission when it comes to the practice of dentistry; provide a clinical experience that is second to none. With respect to that philosophy, he has and will continue to seek out new methods, materials and techniques to stay consistent and ahead of the ever-changing landscape when it comes to dental care. Technology is an area where he will always stay on the cutting edge looking for better, efficient and more comfortable ways to treat patients. He started Defiance Dental Studio in Ruston, Washington as a start-up in 2016 and has grown the practice to the point where an expansion was not only necessary, but also desired to make the clinical experience the very best it can possibly be. Living in Old Town, he is honored and humbled to have the opportunity to provide his neighbors and anyone in the greater Tacoma area an experience he would want for himself, his family and his friends. He makes it a point to make sure his patients know he genuinely cares about their health and wellbeing and does his best to help lighten the atmosphere with humor and reassurance that comfort is key when he treats them. 

Dr. Sekhon, or AJ as he likes his patients to refer to him as, lives in Old Town Tacoma with his wife Harjeet Sekhon MD, a practicing OB/GYN in Tacoma and his two children. He enjoys visiting and hiking along the numerous, beautiful parks in Washington and loves the PNW lifestyle. He loves music, specifically hard rock and heavy metal, and loves talking about it and the many shows he’s attended or will attend. He enjoys sports and attends many Mariners games a year, at some point in a conversation he will use baseball analogies whenever and wherever he can. He wants everyone to bat a thousand when it comes to their oral health and wellbeing!

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Derik Hickling
2 months ago
Dr Sekhon and the entire team at Defiance Dental are fast, incredibly professional, and do excellent work (from my experience). I have had a lot of trouble finding a dentist I could trust to do a good job and not recommend procedures I did not need. Dr Sekhon and Defiance won my trust and my continued business.
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August Kester
2 months ago
All the staff are so nice and accommodating. They helped me through my dental anxiety and worked with me to get everything done as quickly as possible. 10/10
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Jennifer Goral
4 months ago
What an amazing dental office. Everyone was very kind and welcoming from start to finish. Staff and Dentist took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the process and ensure my comfort throughout. They resolved my urgent dental need with excellent proficiency. I am beyond grateful for them. Would definitely recommend.
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Emma Theiler
4 months ago
This was my second time at Defiance Dental and I continue to have such a great experience. Kristin remains the greatest hygienist I’ve had and has such a gentle touch. From start to finish a very relaxing and comfortable time!
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Maria Gallego
5 months ago
Excellent experience. I just moved to Tacoma and I was looking to establish care with a new dentist. The team at Defiance Dental was so welcoming, and Dr. Sekhon was incredible. He took the time to explain what he was seeing during my dental exam, showed me the pictures and X-rays so I understood his recommendations, and answered my questions. The office itself is stunning - going to the dentist is not always fun, but all the windows with the view of the water made the experience a lot more relaxing. Highly recommended Defiance Dental in Old Town.
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Derik Hickling
2 months ago
Dr Sekhon and the entire team at Defiance Dental are fast, incredibly professional, and do excellent work (from my experience). I have had a lot of trouble finding a dentist I could trust to do a good job and not recommend procedures I did not need. Dr Sekhon and Defiance won my trust and my continued business.
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August Kester
2 months ago
All the staff are so nice and accommodating. They helped me through my dental anxiety and worked with me to get everything done as quickly as possible. 10/10
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Jennifer Goral
4 months ago
What an amazing dental office. Everyone was very kind and welcoming from start to finish. Staff and Dentist took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the process and ensure my comfort throughout. They resolved my urgent dental need with excellent proficiency. I am beyond grateful for them. Would definitely recommend.
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Emma Theiler
4 months ago
This was my second time at Defiance Dental and I continue to have such a great experience. Kristin remains the greatest hygienist I’ve had and has such a gentle touch. From start to finish a very relaxing and comfortable time!
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Maria Gallego
5 months ago
Excellent experience. I just moved to Tacoma and I was looking to establish care with a new dentist. The team at Defiance Dental was so welcoming, and Dr. Sekhon was incredible. He took the time to explain what he was seeing during my dental exam, showed me the pictures and X-rays so I understood his recommendations, and answered my questions. The office itself is stunning - going to the dentist is not always fun, but all the windows with the view of the water made the experience a lot more relaxing. Highly recommended Defiance Dental in Old Town.
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