Dr. Thomas Gessel, DMD, WA | Orthodontist

About Dr. Thomas Gessel

Dr. Thomas Gessel loves being an orthodontist. It allows him the opportunity to combine his passion for science, aesthetics, and patient care, in a fun and rewarding career. Dr. Gessel enjoys getting to know each of his patients personally, customizing treatment plans, and delivering the best possible results. Dr. Gessel grew up in Tacoma, graduating from Curtis High School. After earning a degree in business management from BYU, Dr. Gessel attended the Harvard School of Dental Medicine where he discovered his love of orthodontics. He then completed a post-doctoral residence in orthodontics at the University of Louisville. Dr. Gessel married Emily, also from Tacoma, in 2011 and she now helps manage the office. They are enjoying their sons, Miles and Bennett, with hopes of adding them to the family business some day!

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Popular visit reasons

Braces / Retainer Checkup

Braces Consultation

Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation

Dental Consultation

Orthodontic Consultation

Retainer Installation

Tooth Extraction

Wisdom Tooth Problem

Braces / Retainer Checkup

Braces Consultation

Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation

Dental Consultation

Office location

Dr. Thomas Gessel, DMD also offers online video visits for patients

Gessel Orthodontics

1628 S Mildred St, Suite 201, Tacoma, WA 98465

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Education and background

Practice names

Gessel Orthodontics

Education and training

Dental School - Harvard University, Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Louisville, Residency in Orthodontics
Brigham Young University (Business Management)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1285908871

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Thomas Gessel work with?

Dr. Thomas Gessel works with Gessel Orthodontics.

Where is Dr. Thomas Gessel's office located?

Dr. Thomas Gessel has 2 office locations in Tacoma, view full addresses on Dr. Gessel's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Thomas Gessel?

Dr. Thomas Gessel frequently sees patients for Braces / Retainer Checkup, Dental Consultation, Orthodontic Consultation, Tooth Extraction, and Wisdom Tooth Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Thomas Gessel on their profile.