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Your smile is what makes you, YOU! Your personality and qualities all shine through a smile. If your thinking of investing in your smile, we have various options from traditional braces to Invisalign.

Invisalign treatment is a technique that straightens your teeth without braces, using a series of clear, removable aligners that are custom-modeled to fit your teeth. The virtually invisible aligners gradually re-positionyour teeth int...[more]

Halloween is here! Pumpkins, ghost, costumes and candy all make up this fantastic holiday. The endless amount of free sugar will sure make you extremely happy, however for your teeth, that is another story. These sugary treats can affect your teeth in different ways, especially when it comes to orthodontic treatment and the overall health of your teeth. When the bacteria eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak acid i...[more]

Myth: I can’t play sports with braces
Truth: Having braces, does not mean you have to stop living your life! As long as you wear a mouthguard, braces should not stop you or your child from playing your favorite sport. Ask our staff for more information on mouthgurads.
Myth: My teeth will remain straight permanently after treatment
Truth: Orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign and braces are one of the most effective ways to stra...[more]

As an orthodontist in Fairwood and Mercer Island, we are pleased to have the opportunity to provide families with the highest quality orthodontic care using the latest technology.
Back to school checkups and visits are important because once a patient goes away for school it’s easy to forget your retainers and relapse. Maintaining regular appointments are important because it also helps keep up with oral hygiene. Another great thi...[more]