About Us

A calmer kind of dental clinic

Saffron Bay Dental is a family-run practice in Coeur d’Alene pairing modern diagnostics with unhurried, honest care.

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Bright modern treatment room at Saffron Bay Dental

Our Story

Dentistry that treats you like a neighbour

We opened Saffron Bay Dental with a simple frustration: dental visits felt rushed, clinical and full of surprises. So we built the opposite — longer appointments, digital planning you can see on screen, and written pricing before any treatment begins.

Today our surgeons, hygienists and coordinators care for thousands of local families, from six-month check-ups to full implant restorations. Nervous patients are our speciality: tell us what worries you, and we will shape the visit around it.

Our Staff

Meet our specialists

Four clinicians, one promise: precise work delivered gently, with your comfort calling the shots.

Dr. Patricia Francis, a woman dentist in dark scrubs smiling for her staff portrait

Dr. Patricia Francis

Dental Surgeon

Lorna Austin, patient coordinator

Lorna Austin

Patient Coordinator

Dr. Miguel Donaldson, dental implant specialist

Dr. Miguel Donaldson

Dental Implant Specialist

Dr. Tess Turner, a female dentist in light blue scrubs holding a tooth model

Dr. Tess Turner

Chief Periodontist

Testimonials

What our patients say

Portrait of patient Miriam Davis

Miriam Davis

“I used to dread dental visits. The team here explains everything, never rushes, and my root canal was completely painless.”
Portrait of patient Ellen Evans

Ellen Evans

“My veneers look so natural that nobody guesses. Precise, honest about costs, and the follow-up care was wonderful.”
Portrait of patient Christine Dean

Christine Dean

“Two implants, zero complications. They planned everything digitally and I knew exactly what to expect at each step.”

Visit Us

Come and see the clinic for yourself

We are on Seltice Way in Coeur d’Alene with free parking outside the door, step-free access throughout, and early-morning plus Saturday appointments for busy schedules.

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Calm, light-filled interior of the Saffron Bay clinic
Call Today(208) 555-0142
214 Lakeshore Drive, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

New patients are always welcome at Saffron Bay.

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