Mark F Swimmer, DDS / Troy A Lauritzen, DDS / Blake A Swimmer, DDS

Tonight we properly celebrated Dr. Mark’s retirement...with tacos & margaritas, of course!

Join us in wishing Dr. Troy a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Our favorite Cookie Monster is running on donuts, French pastries and of course, cookies today because calories don’t count on your birthday, right?!

It’s a bittersweet day around here. Today is Dr. Mark’s last day of dentistry before his well-deserved retirement! We sure will miss him!

As we are sure most of you already know, Dr. Mark Swimmer is officially retiring as of April 1! We sure will him! Here is a little message from Dr. Mark: To all my valued patients and friends, It is with mixed emotions that I am writing this letter to inform you that as of April 1, 2021, I will be retiring from the practice of dentistry. The decision to retire was a difficult one for me because I love being a dentist. I have truly enjoyed my relationships with my patients and... staff. I have had a great career here. It has been a joy to have served you and your families over the past 30+ years. I look back with fondness and pride, to my years here with you and all that we have accomplished together. Thank you for your kindness, your loyalty, and your trust. I want to thank each of you for the opportunity to be your dentist and friend over the years. As always, thank you for your past and present support. You have my best wishes for the future and I will miss you all dearly. Sincerely, Mark F. Swimmer, D.D.S.

We love you, Louise! You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you fight this battle We can’t wait to have you back with us soon!

The new normal. We promise that we’re smiling under all this PPE!

Dental office Zoom call because we miss each other! And we miss you, our friends & patients. We sincerely hope that everyone is healthy and doing well during this time of quarantine. We cannot wait to see you all again when it is safe!

Today is National Dentist Day We may be biased but we’re pretty sure that we’ve got the best dentists around!

The Golden Era Mark F. Swimmer, D.D.S., Inc. has been a Lafayette Chamber Member for 54 years! Dr. Mark Swimmer, Dr. Troy Lauritzen and Dr. Blake Swimmer a...re honored to serve the dental needs of families in Lamorinda and the surrounding community. We are proud of the family atmosphere we have created in our office through lasting friendships and great oral health care. Our story is extra special being a multi-generational family of dentists, starting with Dr. Alan Swimmer in 1963. As Dr. Mark Swimmer retires in April of 2021, the Swimmer dental legacy continues through Mark’s son, Dr. Blake Swimmer. It is so great to have patients who came to our office as children and now bring in their own families and children in as patients. We feel lucky to grown with the ever changing Lamorinda community and look forward to attending to their dental health needs today and in the future. 907 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA Mark F Swimmer, DDS / Troy A Lauritzen, DDS / Blake A Swimmer, DDS swimmer-lauritzen.com The Lafayette Chamber continues to highlight the members who have supported us through the decades. Mark F. Swimmer, D.D.S., Inc. is one in our Golden Era, a Chamber Member for 40-59 years. Be sure to follow the Lafayette Chamber's social media channels and visit https://lafayettechamber.org/eras as we highlight these contributors to our community. #lafayettecastrong #lafayettechamber_ca #lafayettechambermember #lafayettestrong #lovelafayette #lovelafayetteca #lafayetteca #lafayettecalifornia #lamorinda #shoplafayetteca #supportlafayetteca #lafayettecabusiness

It’s hard to believe that this awesome young lady has been with our office for 20 years!! We are grateful for all of her hard work. Andrea is definitely a ray of sunshine around here

We love you, Louise! You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you fight this battle We can’t wait to have you back with us soon!

The new normal. We promise that we’re smiling under all this PPE!

We are back and very excited to care for your dental needs! Dear Patients, We have been closely monitoring the latest news, guidance, and regulations surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, California’s Shelter-in-Place efforts have helped slow the spread of the virus. Previously, we have supported these efforts through limiting our dental procedures to urgent care only. The main purpose was to preserve Personal Protective Equipment for the hospitals that needed it, to ...Continue reading

Dental office Zoom call because we miss each other! And we miss you, our friends & patients. We sincerely hope that everyone is healthy and doing well during this time of quarantine. We cannot wait to see you all again when it is safe!

In an effort to follow the California Dental Association and the CDC recommendations, we will be suspending all non-essential or non-urgent dental care. We will be providing emergency care only. This change is effective immediately. *Emergencies include pain, swelling, lost crowns and broken teeth with sharp edges, among other issues. If you feel that you are having a dental emergency, please call the office so that we can determine the appropriate action. Our answering s...ervice is available 24/7 to take your calls and will relay any messages to the Doctors or Office Manager. 925-283-0114 We will be sure to contact you regarding your scheduled appointments as soon as we are back up and running, in compliance with the CDC regulations. Our most important concern is the well-being and health of all of our patients, their families and our staff. Thank you all for your patience and understanding during this trying time. Stay safe and healthy!

We are committed to maintaining a healthy environment for our patients and staff. We are monitoring CDC updates closely. As of now, we are open to provide care. HOWEVER: If you are showing any signs of illness, please reschedule your appointment. ... If you have had contact with an individual diagnosed with COVID-19, please reschedule your appointment. If you have recently traveled to a country with a Level 3 Travel Health Notice, please adhere to the CDC’s recommendation for a 14 day self-quarantine. If you have need further clarification, please call us directly. Stay healthy. Stay informed. Stay calm.

Today is National Dentist Day We may be biased but we’re pretty sure that we’ve got the best dentists around!

Did you know it is National Dental Assistant Recognition Week?! We are so grateful for the hard work of our wonderful RDAs! They are a huge help in keeping our practice running smoothly and are the best at patient care! Give an extra thanks to these awesome ladies if you see them around the office this week! : (the camera shy) Dr. Blake

A huge thank you to Diablo Valley Endodontic Specialists for treating our office to lunch today! We had so much fun participating in your gingerbread house contest back in December! (Also, if you haven't yet, you have to visit Social Bird here in Lafayette! Amazing food & service!)

We escaped!!! #reddoorescaperoom

Thank you Diablo Valley Endodontic Specialists for the fun gingerbread kit!!!

Thank you Cuenin Orthodontics for the beautiful & delicious holiday treats!

Just a few of your local dental superhero’s Happy Halloween Stay safe out there tonight & brush your teeth before bed!

Hello friends. Although we have been affected by this crazy California weather, we are very grateful to have been unscathed by the horrible fires in our area. We are still without power and are awaiting word from PG&E to be able to re-open. We hope all of you are staying safe and healthy. #notourgenerator