'Aplomb and Savoir Faire'

Editor:

I just finished reading “Uniquely Unique” in the Oct. 17 issue of the NCJ. One thing that stood out to me was the comment by CPH professor Sugata, who was quoted as saying, “… if you get a toothache, you should expect to drive three hours to Redding.” Well, I have good news for the good professor. Across the street from the Arcata Co-op is the office of Jason Stuan. That office, through a procession of three dentists, has been serving my dental needs with aplomb and savoir faire since 1985. In fact, Dr. Stuan is the only dentist I’ve allowed to drill on my teeth without anesthesia. Be advised that I’m one of those folks who, regardless of the practitioner, will never joyously submit to the wielding of sharp tools in my mouth, so keep that in mind.

If professor Sugata fails to be won over by the friendly staff at Dr. Stuan’s, fear not. Even here in often underserved SoHum, Redwoods Rural maintains three separate dental offices. You can always take a ride to sunny Redway and, after getting your teeth cleaned, I recommend sampling the tamales offered by the elder man in front of the post office. I favor the cheese variety, since they contain chiles. Reason to smile broadly indeed!

Dave Kahan, Redway