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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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Maria Gallego
1 month 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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Doris Cothern
2 months ago
I felt they where extremely friendly and helpfull. I am in a electric wheelchair and I was able to get around very well. I had to stand for some exrays, which was a little tense but was able to hold on to the machine. The nurse was very nice and the doctor came in and was very nice also. I would recommend them 100% I only wish they had a dental surgeon there.
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Dana Durham
4 months ago
I had a molar break at the beginning of a 3 day holiday (of course!). I had just moved to Tacoma, and hadn't yet found a new dentist. I called all the dentists listed through my insurance. No surprise that they were all closed. Defiance was the only one that sent an automated text back to me. When I reached back out to them, they had me come in immediately. I required a crown to fix the damage. Great care was taken to make sure it was all done properly and that I was not in any discomfort. When the crown was made, they even built it to correct a problem left from my orthodontics when I was a teenager. Not only was my crown done the same day, I now have a new dentist. Highly recommend!!!
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The bar doesn’t get any higher than this. As a self-admitted high-maintenance patient with a very full plate, I’ve come to rely on Dr. Sekhon’s practice not only for their exceptional clinical care, but for their rare level of dedication and compassion. Dr. Sekhon and his staff have consistently gone above and beyond for me, even staying late to accommodate my needs. Their attention to detail, patience, and professionalism never cease to impress me. You’re never rushed, never just a number, and always treated with the highest level of care. Finding a dental office that feels both high-tech and deeply human is rare, but somehow this team has mastered both. I genuinely can’t recommend them enough. Now moving, I am so nervous to find another dental family :(
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terry goodenough
4 months ago
I had a great experience here. They fit me in on short notice. Making appt was easy and staff was very friendly. Hygienist was best I’ve ever had (dentist was cool too😎). Cool office with views of the water. State of the art equipment. Way better than my previous dentist practice. I recommend them highly!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️
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Maria Gallego
1 month 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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Doris Cothern
2 months ago
I felt they where extremely friendly and helpfull. I am in a electric wheelchair and I was able to get around very well. I had to stand for some exrays, which was a little tense but was able to hold on to the machine. The nurse was very nice and the doctor came in and was very nice also. I would recommend them 100% I only wish they had a dental surgeon there.
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Dana Durham
4 months ago
I had a molar break at the beginning of a 3 day holiday (of course!). I had just moved to Tacoma, and hadn't yet found a new dentist. I called all the dentists listed through my insurance. No surprise that they were all closed. Defiance was the only one that sent an automated text back to me. When I reached back out to them, they had me come in immediately. I required a crown to fix the damage. Great care was taken to make sure it was all done properly and that I was not in any discomfort. When the crown was made, they even built it to correct a problem left from my orthodontics when I was a teenager. Not only was my crown done the same day, I now have a new dentist. Highly recommend!!!
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The bar doesn’t get any higher than this. As a self-admitted high-maintenance patient with a very full plate, I’ve come to rely on Dr. Sekhon’s practice not only for their exceptional clinical care, but for their rare level of dedication and compassion. Dr. Sekhon and his staff have consistently gone above and beyond for me, even staying late to accommodate my needs. Their attention to detail, patience, and professionalism never cease to impress me. You’re never rushed, never just a number, and always treated with the highest level of care. Finding a dental office that feels both high-tech and deeply human is rare, but somehow this team has mastered both. I genuinely can’t recommend them enough. Now moving, I am so nervous to find another dental family :(
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terry goodenough
4 months ago
I had a great experience here. They fit me in on short notice. Making appt was easy and staff was very friendly. Hygienist was best I’ve ever had (dentist was cool too😎). Cool office with views of the water. State of the art equipment. Way better than my previous dentist practice. I recommend them highly!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️
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