I started my orthodontics journey just shy of a year ago with Molen Orthodontics... I've been to…read moreall 3 locations with Enumclaw being my home base. I had NO idea what I was getting into at first, but my crooked teeth have been a bother to me for a couple of decades. At the urge of my amazing dentist, Dr. Scott Decker, he got me set up with the AMAZING team at Molen. I have nothing but great things to say about Dr. Aaron and his lovely and kind staff, and I actually look forward to my appointments! That says a lot coming from my past of scary dentists and painful procedures... They have been so kind and attentive, thorough and explanatory to any questions I have without feeling rushed. Especially during these Covid times I'm very grateful for these amazing human beings and their skills. Their offices are super clean, staff is masked, protocols in place. I just finally got braces today after another procedure I had done, and while I was nervous going in, I was pretty giddy on my exit. I can't recommend Molen Orthodontics enough! From consultation, to surgery, to checkups, to finally braces at the ripe age of 40... it's been awesome. If you have been putting off orthodontics, go see them!

My son has been in his braces now about 2 years. 5 times now we have had to return within days…read morebecause a bracet popped off. The issue was addressed with the orthodontist and he blamed the kid saying oh he is obviously chewing on his mouth gaurd during his sport..which is a rude assumption because he never even wears his mouth gaurd! In addition one of the occurances of a bracet coming off was literally one minute after my son got out of the chair, we walked up to schedule the next appointment and all of a sudden he tells me a bracet came off. Its crazy to think about home much money this place charges for braces compared to others and this is the kind of product result. Looking at previous reviews-looks like this has been occurring for years-In addition my sons friends at school say the same thing is happening to their braces from Molen. Time to rethink the products you are using.

First of all, I am a licensed dental hygienist. This review is from my experience as both a dental…read moreprofessional and a mom. I would absolutely recommend Dr Hopke and his office. My daughter got her braces off this week and she is very happy with the results. The support staff and assistants are great! Scheduling is easy. We loved the attention to detail throughout the process. My daughter is on the spectrum and they made sure to explain everything to her in language that she could understand, have her demonstrate how to put in the bands or retainers herself, and they really empowered her to take care of her own teeth. State insurance paid for her braces. Very thankful for that. He does accept state insurance. His office is state of the art! His office is also clean and kid friendly! Over the 3 year process of braces I believe we waited more than 20 minutes twice. They are very good and staying on time. It is a busy office but they really do their best. In medicine, some things can't be predicted so giving grace when they run behind is just as important as them giving grace when we run behind. I am hoping my son will be next to have treatment here. Full disclosure: I am an RDH in CA. Worked for 16 years as a hygienist and now I drive a school bus for PSD. An employee at Carson elementary recommended Dr Hopke and I'm so glad she did!

Sharing My Experience for Other Families…read more I am sharing my personal experience with Hopke Orthodontics because I want other families to ask questions and consider getting a second opinion before making important decisions about their child's orthodontic treatment. My son was treated there for approximately three years. At first, his teeth seemed to be straightening well, but over time I became concerned because I was not seeing the progress I expected with his bite. He also developed inflammation, and when I took him to his hygienist, I was told that something did not seem right. I contacted the orthodontist because I wanted him to look into what was happening. When we followed up about two weeks later, I was told that he had not had a chance to look into my son's situation. As a parent, I found that very disappointing. We were also repeatedly told that my son would likely need jaw surgery. After leaving the practice, we got another orthodontic opinion and were given a different possible treatment approach involving braces, rubber bands, and possibly removing one tooth, which may give him a chance to avoid jaw surgery. I understand that orthodontists can have different professional opinions, and every child's case is different. I am not saying that another family will have the same experience. I am simply sharing what happened with my son and why I chose to leave. For families considering this office, especially families whose children have an underbite, I strongly recommend asking questions, understanding all available treatment options, and getting a second opinion before committing to a long treatment plan or jaw surgery. I am sharing this because our children's health and future deserve careful attention, communication, and a treatment plan that parents fully understand.

I can't explain how happy I am with Dr. Phuong Nguyen, she fixed my daughter's teeth in a year…read morewithout any surgery and she is not wearing any braces now

I had an extraction today at Emerson and they were absolutely amazing. They understood that I was…read moreterrified of dentists and were extremely accommodating and made me feel comfortable, even though I was probably pretty annoying to deal with as a patient, lol. Will be going back for all my dental care, only wish I had started sooner! They're office staff is also really nice, and the office itself is clean and tranquil. Five stars

I cannot recommend this dentist strongly enough! Dr. Smith and his staff have been kind and honest…read moreand responsible from the first time I came in for a cleaning (which I think was maybe 8-9 years ago). I have heard awful stories of scammer dentists and unnecessary procedures etc and this office is the polar opposite of that. Just good people doing good work. I get a little nervous sometimes before a visit but by the time I leave I always feel better. It is basically a life affirming experience going to this dentist! And that is not a sentence I ever expected to say.

Dr. Smith is awesome. I haven't had any major dental work but I am always pleased when I get my…read morecleanings. I don't go as often as I should, once every couple of years. Nevertheless the service and care is exceptionally great. The office is always clean, staff is great to work with and friendly. Most recently, I called after hours and left a voicemail for a callback to schedule a cleaning. The next day doctor Smith himself returned my call and scheduled my appointment for the following week! I was shocked! He explained they are short handed due to the holidays so he goes in on Fridays (when they're closed) to help catch up! I love that he rolls up his sleeves and does all the work in his business wherever it needs to be done. I will also say that I've been going here for about 12 years and as infrequently as I go, again 2 yrs since my last visit , he sure does have a good memory or takes good notes on patients when they visit. He remembered I have a teenage son and 2 small daughters, and we chatted about his 3 boys and how different parenting teens and young adults is in today's day and age. A couple of years ago, when I inquired about whitening after my first visit in 3 years and having back to back babies, cause pregnancy really took a toll on my teeth, he said it's cheaper and easier to just do the whitening strips at home, and I appreciated that especially since at the time I had two under 2 in diapers and daycare. He's a family man and appreciates his patients for who they are and where they're at in life. 10/10 would recommend Dr. Smith for your dental care and needs.

I just got my Invisalign off and my teeth look amazing!!! I love them. It is so worth it. The staff…read moreand Dr. Helena are so professional, patient, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful.

My daughter's braces experience was nothing short of excellent! Orthodontic Excellence uses state…read moreof the art technology to fix and correct the most complicated orthodontic problems. My daughter was is in treatment for 5 years, and the staff was upfront with me every step of the way. They explained everything in a way that was understandable, and always allowed me to ask, and answered any question I had. Today my daughter gets her braces off, and the transformation is incredible. I highly recommend this place if you're considering orthodontic treatment. They're great with kids!

I think Dr Vorono is a wonderful and accomplished surgeon. He has taken out wisdom teeth for 2 of…read moremy children. He will be done the 3 kiddo soon!!

We had a horrible experience when my daughter went in for her oral surgery. She was very nervous,…read morewhich is absolutely normal, and she wouldn't settle down. Instead of being a calming presence when he walked into the room, he came in frustrated and told her to either settle down or leave. This obviously didn't help...so he came out and told us that we would need to reschedule. He didn't even introduce himself to us. Horrible bedside manner. We rescheduled our appointment, but as we were walking down the stairs, our daughter told us what really happened. Upon hearing how he treated her and how scared she was after he came in the room, I went back in and shared my concerns with the doctor. I was direct but maintained my composure and was respectful. Fortunately for him, no other patients were around, but his staff definitely heard me. We obviously canceled our appointment. How can I trust my daughter with this monster?

I'm almost done with my treatment at Gessel Orthodontics, and honestly, it has been such an amazing…read moreexperience from start to finish! The entire team is incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming every single time. Dr. Gessel truly pays attention to the smallest details and makes sure everything is absolutely perfect. You can tell that everyone here genuinely cares, professional, attentive, and full of positive energy! One time I accidentally lost my Invisalign aligners, and they made me a new set so quickly! Even though the office was closed on Saturday, one of the team members went above and beyond to meet me and hand them over. That kind of kindness and dedication is truly rare! It's clear that their top priority is the patient's happiness and confidence with their smile. My husband also decided to start his treatment here, and he's just as impressed! We both couldn't be happier with the results and the overall experience. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for exceptional orthodontic care!

We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Gessel! This office is friendly and professional. Both of my…read morekids were helped greatly by Dr. Gessel. My daughter had trouble chewing and swallowing. Her teeth were a mess and his treatment plan was perfect. Not only is she able to eat without fear of choking, but she has a wonderful toothy smile. I would not hesitate to recommend this office! Dr. Gessel is a genuinely nice person and his staff (mostly) reflects that.

I didn't realize I would have to sell a kidney for my eldest to get braces. But if he had to get…read morethem, I'm glad it was here. First, Dr. Smart seems, well, smart. The first time we went to see him, he said we wouldn't have to come back until two years later. When it was time to put the braces on, he gave us three options, explained the differences, and told us to go home and think about it. I never felt like he was trying to take advantage of us, or just get as much money as possible. I like that in an orthodontist. His office is updated and tech savvy. While, I don't know how important that is for actual braces application, it does make the office visits, and process seamless. You check in at a kiosk, always in and out quick. X-rays and prognosis high tech. Email and phone reminders, etc. For a person who forgets what she came downstairs for, these reminders are useful. Did I mention there are always cookie? Uh...important!!! If you want an orthodontist and office staff that are knowledgeable, up to date, not sales people, and offers cookies, this is the ortho for you. The price also seems on par with what others are paying for similar treatments. So, it doesn't seem you have to pay a premium for the technology or cookies. Score!!!!

Dr Chad Smart and his staff are a wonderful group of people who enjoy providing beautiful smiles…read more I came to Dr. Smart for a consultation on a referral from my dentist and was pleasantly surprised by not only the technology this office offers, but the kindness of the front office staff. They were knowledgeable in all of my questions and concerns and took the time to walk me thru the financials. He isn't the type of orthodontist that rushes thru a consultation and tries to feed you unnecessary treatment, but rather an orthodontist that truly cares about the expectations and wants of the patient and finding a happy medium with the type of treatment he recommends. I have not started treatment as of yet, but I highly recommend those that are seeking an orthodontists to give this office a call.