I feel it is important to be happy in your profession and I feel so fortunate to practice something I am passionate about and find deeply rewarding. After creating smiles for over 20 years, I can honestly say I have an even deeper appreciation for the specialty.

As an orthodontist, I get to meet, share time with, and learn from a wonderfully diverse group of people. As a result of the treatment my team and I provide, each person achieves their best smile: one that is healthy, functional, and beautiful. That smile will serve them well, for life!

At the same time, each person I treat enriches my life. Our conversations what they share about their experiences, families, dreams broaden my understanding and appreciation of the world. My patients make me a more rounded individual and more insightful orthodontist.

I chose the oral healthcare field out of a desire to help people lead fuller, healthier, and happier lives. The orthodontic specialty encapsulates all those things, along with offering the chance to build real connections with people while giving them beautifully healthy and confident smiles!

I grew up in Pearl City, Hawaii, and attended the University of Hawaii for my undergraduate studies. Moving to the mainland, I completed my Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I then attended the University of Illinois at Chicago for my orthodontic residency and Master of Science (MS). Following my specialized orthodontic training, I relocated to Washington and opened Braces Inc.

It is a joy to be part of a persons journey, as they move from feeling self-conscious about their appearance to feeling confident in their smile. Patients trust me to provide them with the ideal treatment experience and stable, beautiful results.

Through ongoing continuing education, I strive to live up to my patients expectations of quality care. I am the president of the Bainbridge Island Dental Seminar Study Club, as well as the founder and president of the Kitsap Invisalign Study Club.

As a result of my extensive study and utilization of the Invisalign clear aligner treatment, I have been designated a Top 1% Invisalign Provider. I work closely with referring dentists discussing Invisalign cases and providing insight into how the aligners can be used to successfully treat patients without the use of traditional braces.

These professional organizations offer numerous opportunities for learning, with meetings, seminars, lectures, online courses and training, and periodicals. I keep abreast of the latest methodologies, new technology, and emerging research, to provide the best orthodontic treatment experience and deliver healthy, becoming smiles.

I have lived in Poulsbo for over ten years and love everything about this community. If Im not seeing patients, family time is my top priority. I have three wonderful children: daughter Silvia and two sons, Simon and Emilio, plus our furry friend, Lemon, whos a Yellow Lab.

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.

Our smiles, and how we feel about them, touch every part of our lives: Straight, properly aligned teeth are healthy teeth, boosting our oral and overall wellbeing. Just as important, correctly positioned teeth are aesthetically pleasing and grow our self-esteem.

At Braces Inc., we know the power of a changed smile. Since 2004, Dr. Troy Okunami and our team have watched our patients transform as a result of their orthodontic care. From visit-to-visit, we see people gain comfort with their appearance.

Ours is a warm practice, where we create smiles for people we consider our friends. Whether providing early treatment for a child, so their mouth develops correctly, or gently moving teeth to give an adult the smile they long for, our focus is always on the individual.

At your first visit, we will introduce you to orthodontics and spend time learning who you are and what you want from treatment. Then, following an exam, Dr. Troy will design your custom treatment plan. In creating your plan, he chooses the most efficient and comfortable treatment, as well as techniques to ensure healthy, lasting results.

We will walk you through Dr. Troys proposal, explaining recommendations and why he thinks this is the best approach for you. We will also discuss other treatment options and present fees, specialized discounts and financing options, and review insurance benefits.