Specializing in Dentistry & Orthodontics

for Infants, Children, & Teenagers

Kent Oceanside

(253) 850-1234

Kent Train

(253) 850-1234

Bonney Lake

(253) 826-5000

Orthodontics

We offer orthodontics for both children and adults.

Our orthodontists can do a consultation for you to determine what kind of treatment is needed. At the first orthodontic appointment, our orthodontist will perform a detailed examination of the dental (teeth) and skeletal (jaw) relationship and their relationship to the face. She or he will also review your child’s health history and additional records (e.g. x-rays) which may be available at that time.

 

After the examination, our orthodontist will review his or her findings with you and give you preliminary information of the existing orthodontic problem and treatment solutions. This is a complimentary initial examination.

 

If treatment is recommended at this time, our treatment coordinator will go over the series of appointments needed to begin treatment, and the estimated treatment cost and payment options.

Types of Orthodontic Treatment Our orthodontists can do a consultation for you to determine if Invisalign or traditional braces are needed. At the first orthodontic appointment, our orthodontist will perform a detailed examination of the dental (teeth) and skeletal (jaw) relationship and their relationship to the face. She or he will also review your child’s health history and additional records (e.g. x-rays) which may be available at that time. After the examination, our orthodontist will review his or her findings with you and give you preliminary information of the existing orthodontic problem and treatment solutions. This is a complimentary initial examination. If treatment is recommended at this time, our treatment coordinator will go over the series of appointments needed to begin treatment, and the estimated treatment cost and payment options. At Childrens Dental Care, we pride ourselves on having multiple dental specialists under one roof so we can provide the most comprehensive and convenient care for you and your family. Our orthodontics specialists work very closely with our pediatric dentists in order to predict the ideal time to initiate orthodontic care. In many situations, we can catch issues that need early intervention that other dental offices may not. We specialize in Phase1 orthodontic treatment, or interceptive orthodontics, that typically occurs between 6 and 9 years of age, during the mixed dentition phase, when patients begin to lose their baby teeth. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children get a checkup with an orthodontist no later than 7 years old. This is the best time to detect whether there are disturbances in jaw growth or tooth development that are more easily addressed at this age. In this phase, which generally only lasts 1 year, we use expanders, braces, and even Invisalign clear aligners that are super comfortable and easy to clean. We also provide comprehensive orthodontic care for your teenager and even our moms and dads. Family discounts, low payments, and flexible no-interest payment plans are all available at our office. If you have any concerns about yours or your child's teeth, we can provide you a complimentary exam with our orthodontic specialist.

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Kent Office

Brad C. Hwang, DDS, PS

Kenny Ho, DDS, MS

Anna (Brostowitz) Requa, DDS

Chia-Yu Chen, DDS

Ellie Kwon, DDS

Mike Miyamoto, DDS, MS, Orthodontist

 

Bonney Lake Office

Brad C. Hwang, DDS, PS

Julie Bahnmiller, DDS

Kirk Skidmore, DDS

Kevin Kim, DDS

Robert Trujillo, DMD, MS, Orthodontist

Kent Train Depot

(253) 850-1234

24837 104th Avenue SE, Suite 200

Kent, Washington 98030

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Kent Oceanside

(253) 850-1234

24909 104th Avenue SE, Suite 200

Kent, Washington 98030    

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Bonney Lake Jungle

(253) 826-5000

18008 State Route 410 East, Suite B

Bonney Lake, Washington 98391

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