Our founder’s story

Our founder’s story

Dr. Tina is more than a dentist, she’s an advocate. Originally specializing in root canals, she rarely found a patient who didn’t have an armful of questions when in the chair, and no appointment ever provided the time needed to answer them thoughtfully. Over time, she came to clearly see the roadblocks that needed attention: inconvenient appointment times, general dislike of the dental office, a lack of consistency in regular cleanings, and a desire for whiter teeth. It was clear she needed to pioneer the way to a new kind of smile-care.

Motivated by a need for change, she worked tirelessly to conceptualize an experience that was centered around accessible and preventative dental care in studios that felt welcoming and accommodating. To change the perception and routine around how we think about teeth cleaning and whitening. And in 2023, The Gleamery opened its doors.

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Elevating the dental experience

We understand that prioritizing your health is something that is deeply personal, and at times overwhelming. And so we’re creating better options for how we all experience a new form of wellness.
Be clear and transparent
We take the time to educate you on our services and ensure nothing feels hidden or confusing.
Commit to long-term care
If our Hygienists see something that needs further assessment, we have a network of trusted dentists to whom we can refer you.
never exploit fear for profit
Our treatment offering is clear and concise, there’s no room for upselling at our studios.
Create Meaningful relationships with our guests
Our Hygienists aren’t a one-time thing, they’ll learn your needs and see you time and time again, just like any of your favorite self-care experts.

Our guiding principles

  • 1. We are Hygienist-led

    At The Gleamery, our Hygienists are the star of the show. In a world traditionally dominated by dentists, we’re turning the model on its head, bringing the spotlight to these (often undervalued) dental experts.  Consider them your counterpart on your smile-care journey, someone who will get to know your mouth and develop customized plans around your goals, lifestyle, and comfort.

    This isn’t a quick ‘hi and bye’ interaction, this is someone who will support you at every visit and for the long haul. Without them, there is no us. And bonus: seeing them more means seeing your dentist less (wink wink).

  • 2. We innovate for the best experience

    Our commitment to pioneering innovative tools ensures that you receive the most premium, gentle care on the market. We bridge the gap between preventative health and highly effective treatments to ensure an unparalleled experience you’re sure to come back to time and time again. 

    That’s why we lead with innovative offerings, Glo Pro whitenings and AirFlow cleanings to enrich your health, wellness and experience: 

    Glo Pro Power Technology - Glo Pro Power is a whitening solution that safely achieves fast and efficient results. Developed & founded by a dentist, this product is highly meticulous in delivering a better teeth whitening experience with immediate results. This technology is less harsh and focuses on alleviating teeth sensitivity through a patented illuminated, heated mouthpiece technology and whitening gel formula. Bonus points: it’s cruelty-free, vegan and made in the USA.

    AirFlow cleanings: A gentle method for teeth cleanings that utilizes air, water and a detoxifying solution. Our state of the art approach removes plaque without any picking and scraping. In just a single appointment our AirFlow method eliminates stains and is gentle enough to work on natural teeth, implants, crowns, and veneers.

  • 3. WE FOCUS ON RESULTS FIRST

    The desire for bright, white teeth is universal (we’ve all dabbled with those whitening strips from time to time). But when you cut through the gimmicks and marketing ploys, you’ll find that white teeth actually start with the foundation of a healthy smile. As our founder Dr. Tina says, “You would never get your car waxed without first getting it cleaned” – the same applies to our teeth.

    After diligent research, we identified an innovative method that leverages the dentist-designed Glo Pro Power technology. In one customized treatment administered by our expert Hygienists, you will garner the natural results you deserve (cue: satisfaction guaranteed), with zero hassle. Our customized plans are built around your personal needs and habits (such as smoking, drinking wine/coffee, and perio health), and ensure that you are safely guided and properly taken care of during the whitening process.

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Top-rated Hygienists, best-in-class care

Our Hygienists are the star of the show. In a world traditionally dominated by dentists, we’re turning the model on its head, bringing the spotlight to these (often undervalued) dental experts. 

Dr. Tina Nguyen

Founder, Clinical Care Lead

  • Treated 25,000+ patients

Why I am a Dentist:

“I want to alleviate oral pain, prevent tooth loss, and create cavity-free communities”

Evelin

Lead Hygienist

  • Treated 25,000+ patients
  • 11.5 years of experience

Why I am a Hygienist:

“I want to encourage and educate people to feel empowered about their oral health with empathy and care.”

Cydney

Lead Hygienist

  • Treated 3,000+ patients
  • 1.5 years of experience

Why I am a Hygienist:

“While working in the dental field I have a front row seat to patients’ progression through the dental office. There is a huge need for education and understanding.”

Nicole

Hygienist

  • Treated 5,000+ patients
  • 3.5 years of experience

Why I am a Hygienist:

“I have the opportunity to educate each individual on their oral health status and make recommendations for a healthy dental routine at home.”

Smile-Inducing perks

In addition to health, dental, and vision benefits - here are additional perks for every Hygiene member of the Gleam Team.

  • Single Hygiene column with assistance
  • Only perform prophys and whitenings
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Wellness & fitness stipend
  • Gleam Team lounge with healthy snacks
  • Commuter stipend

Open Positions

Let’s work together to make dental care smile-worthy.

Studio Manager

Management

West Hollywood, CA

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Dental Hygienist

Clinical Staff

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Guest Services

Guest Services

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Dental Hygienist

Clinical Staff

Beaverton, OR

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FAQs

What makes The Gleamery Different from a typical dental clinic?

The Gleamery is a dental boutique with licensed, expert hygienists that provide teeth cleanings and whitenings tailored to our clients’ needs. We remove many of the uncomfortable aspects of traditional dental care (drills, judgment, scheduling, cost) with convenience, affordability, and hospitality.

Our studios are designed with you in mind, and we offer teeth cleanings and whitenings in as little as 30 minutes to accommodate busy schedules. We offer same-day, evening, and weekend appointments; self-care should never be a burden.

During your treatment, if one of our hygienists spots something they think should be reviewed by a dentist, we’ll refer you out to one of our local dental partners (whom we trust) for additional care. But your experience at The Gleamery is designed to be an experience in self-care. To us, smile-care = self-care.

How many Hygienists typically work per shift?

How does compensation compare to other dentist offices?

What are Hygienists responsible for?

What does Guest Services do?

Are there any legality issues with my license for not providing SRP and other procedures as necessary?

If a client needs SRP, do we still provide the cleaning?

Are cavitrons available?

People are talking

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I’LL BE BACK FOR MORE!

The team is so nice & professional. There was no pain and the appointment flew by! I am so happy with the results and I'll be back for more whitening in a couple months :)