The Perfect Blend of Compassionate Care and Artistry

At Uptown Dental we strive to give our patients the highest quality care, providing comfort, reassurance and attention to detail.  Doctors Mathias and Olson have the clinical knowledge, technical skills and aesthetic excellence that make their patients feel at ease.
You're in good hands.

Liza Mathias, DDS

After graduating from Port Townsend High School, Dr. Mathias earned a bachelor of arts in biology at Whitman College. Deciding that dentistry was a profession that combined her interests of art, science and caring for people, she entered University of Washington School of Dentistry.
There she was one of eight selected to take part in the RIDE (Rural Initiatives in Dental Education) program, which focuses on bringing awareness and access to care in rural areas. She graduated second in her class and was granted honorary membership into Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society, which also awarded her scholarships in each of the previous three years.
Dr. Mathias continued her post-graduate work at Idaho State University’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry program in Boise, where she practiced with specialist mentors in all areas of dentistry.

Adrian Olson, DDS

Dr. Olson was raised in Minnesota, Washington and Colorado and has made Washington her home. She spent 3 years growing up in Port Angeles and has been trying to move back to the Olympic Peninsula since.
She attended University of Colorado at Boulder where she earned her degree in Integrative Physiology. After college, she decided to move back to the Pacific Northwest and worked in Seattle as an optometric technician, optician, and then orthodontic assistant. During this time, she learned how much she enjoyed working with her hands and caring for patients and decided that dentistry would be a great way to combine both interests.
Dr. Olson then attended University of Washington School of Dentistry and was a part of the school’s new curriculum where she participated in intensive clerkship rotations. During her final year of school, she spent 5 weeks working as an intern in a private practice in Hardin, Montana. She also spent 6 weeks as an intern at a Community Health Clinic in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Olson graduated fifth in her class and was awarded membership to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society for academic achievement.

Hygiene Services

Thorough, yet gentle, cleaning is the way to a healthier smile.

Meet our hygiene team!

Gayle Koschnick, RDH

Gayle earned her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from Pierce College.  She joined our staff in 2000. A lifelong interest in science along with what she describes as “fascinating and positive dental visits,” led Gayle to a career in dental hygiene. When she’s not at work, Gayle has many interests, including road and mountain biking, camping, road trips, exploring places off the beaten path, sewing, quilting and enjoying the peace and quiet of home.

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McKenzie R. Deen, RDH BS

McKenzie earned her Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health from Seattle Central College in 2021, and joined our team following her graduation. She spent 6 years prior to dental hygiene school as a dental assistant where she found her passion for preventative dentistry and dental hygiene. McKenzie grew up in Port Townsend and was a patient of the Uptown Dental Clinic throughout her childhood. Now residing back in her hometown, McKenzie enjoys beach walks with her dog Tazz and two cats, bike rides with her husband, and baking yummy treats to share with family and friends.

Grace E. Lytle, RDH BS

Grace earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from Eastern Washington University.  Having worked as an assistant to Dr. Scharf for many years she returned here after dental hygiene school. When she’s not cleaning teeth, Grace enjoys reading, crocheting, walking at Fort Worden State Park and spending time with her family.





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Cami Carr, RDH

Cami earned her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from Shoreline Community College.  She has practiced in Washington since 2004 and joined us in 2007. Cami chose a career in dental hygiene because it allows her to spend extended time with patients and the opportunity to improve their oral health. When not working, Cami and her family enjoy beach walks, hikes, camping, sailing and playing hard!

Juanita Maples, Hygiene Coordinator