Dr. Richard I. Johnson, DDS

Burlington’s east side has long been a quiet stretch of Hazel Avenue, where small businesses anchor the neighborhood without fanfare. Among them is Dr. Richard I. Johnson, DDS, a dental practice that has become a familiar name for routine care and unexpected toothaches alike. The office sits at 130 E Hazel Ave, a low-slung building just off the main drag, blending into the everyday rhythm of the area.

Dentistry here covers the essentials—cleanings, fillings, crowns, and emergency extractions—without the glossy promises some clinics rely on. Patients call (360) 707-4940 when a cracked molar flares up or when it’s time for a six-month checkup, and the practice handles both with the same matter-of-fact approach. Root canals and pediatric exams are also on the roster, though the focus stays squarely on what’s necessary rather than what’s trendy.

What sets this kind of practice apart isn’t flash—it’s reliability. Burlington doesn’t lack for dentists, but finding one that answers the phone on a Friday afternoon can feel like a minor victory. The office doesn’t advertise weekend hours or spa-like amenities, and that suits the locals just fine. They know where to go when the pain starts, and that’s enough.

For directions, the map pinpoints the exact spot: 130 E Hazel Ave. The surrounding blocks are a mix of single-story homes and small commercial spaces, the kind of place where people wave at their neighbors while walking their dogs. It’s not the center of anything in particular, which might be why it works so well.