Dr. Theron Manson purchased our practice in 2012 from the previous retiring dentist, James Soine, DDS. Weve kept the same philosophy of care as the previous owner, which is why so many of his patients have stayed with Dr. Manson after coming to our office for over 40 years.
Dr. Theron Manson was raised in British Columbia but now calls Seattle his home. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Washington. He and his wife Connie have two boys, and enjoy skiing, hiking, and traveling together.
Dr. Connie Manson grew up in Seattle and spent many happy years at the University of Washington obtaining a BA in English Literature and a BS in Biochemistry. She then found herself sitting next to Theron in dental school and the rest is history. Connie received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2002 and dedicated her career caring for under-served families all around Seattle.
Cheering on her boys at their sporting events is one of her all-time favorite activities. Camping, hiking, and enjoying a good book are also high on her list. If she is not in her garden, you may find her volunteering for the PTA, taking a slow run around the neighborhood, or trying to convince her husband that the backyard could sure use some chickens.
Dr. David Chi grew up in Kirkland and is happy to return to practicedentistry in his hometown. After receiving his Bachelor of Science fromNorthwestern University, Dr. David pursued a career in managementconsulting before returning to Seattle to attend the prestigious Universityof Washington School of Dentistry.
Dr. David invests heavily in his dental education, spending 100+ hourson continuing education each year. His training has allowed him toperform many advanced procedures, including dental implant placementsand surgical extractions of impacted wisdom teeth.
Outside the office, Dr. David enjoys spending time with his wife andfriends, traveling, and enjoying the outdoors. He has a passion for tennis,golf, hiking, skiing, scuba diving, and all else the beautiful PacificNorthwest has to offer.
Dr. Alan Yassin is a world-renowned surgeon with experience and accreditation in both Periodontics and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. After attending dental school at the University of Aleppo and Damascus Hospital, Dr. Yassin went on to graduate from the University of Washington where he received the International Exchange Award. Dr. Yassin is also a diplomate of the German Board of Oral Implantology.
Christina is no stranger to the Manson Dentistry practice, as she was Dr. Therons dental assistant before taking the leap to go back to school to obtain her Bachelors in Dental Hygiene. To her, being a dental hygienist means having the opportunity to improve the overall health of her patients. Shes passionate about helping her patients become in charge of their oral health by education, demonstration, and support.
Christina has lived in the greater Seattle area her entire life. Growing up in a very active family, she was able to enjoy all the PNW has to offer, such as snowboarding, water skiing, and camping. However, on a gloomy day, dont be surprised if you run into her at Target!
Erin was born in Washington but raised in Arizona. To the benefit of everyone at Manson Dentistry, she moved back into the Pacific Northwest and has been here for 6 years. She loves working in the dental field because it lends her the opportunity to meet new people every day and to work with the best of the best. I am very fortunate to be part of such a kind staff with such dedicated patients. Erin
Courtney was born and raised in Texas where she met her husband who is originally from Washington. She has been in the dental field since 2006 and joined Manson Dentistry in 2021. As a registered dental assistant, Courtney anticipates the doctors needs with diligence and precision, providing a compassionate, prime experience in a timely manner.
I love being a part of the team at Manson Dentistry knowing Im working with honesty, precision, and a detail oriented practice for years to come. It is very rewarding knowing Manson Dentistry considers patients needs first, by explaining all options when possible.
Nyah was born and raised in Snohomish, WA and joined our team in 2021. She chose to follow her mothers footsteps into the dental field to become a dental assistant. Nyah has been a part of our team since 2021, the coworkers are amazing, the environment is great, and I love to learn new things.
Aura made her way to Washington from California when she was 5 years old. She is a Certified Dental Assistant and has been in the dental field for over 20 years. Combining her extensive dental experience with her dedication to providing excellent patient care is why we love having her in our dental family.
Agustina has been with the Manson Dentistry team since 2016. She was born in Washington and spent much of her youth between here and Texas. She is EFDA certified, and youll see her zipping around our office, assisting the doctors, and placing composite dental restorations. Her commitment to positively impacting our patients lives and oral health shows each and every day. She says that she feels as though our practice is like a second family, and she couldnt be more right.
Outside of work, Agustina dives into her creative space with arts and crafts. Shes been actively drawing since she was young, and it has carried over into adulthood with her advanced art projects. She also enjoys the great outdoors and is an avid hiker.
Charitie has been in the Dental field since 1999 and joined Manson Dentistry in July 2017. She has experience working at the front desk as well as assisting. She loves helping people and feels there is something very satisfying about making a difference in someones life.
Charitie has 3 amazing teenage children that keep her busy at all times, but she wouldnt want it any other way. If shes not enjoying one of her kids sporting events, you will most likely find her doing some kind of outdoor activity or reading a good book.
Joanna is essentially our office historian. She has worked in the field of dentistry since the year 2000 and is very familiar with Kirkland and the surrounding areas. She was born and raised in Redmond and went to Lake Washington High School, followed by Lake Washington Technical College. She has been with our practice since 2006 and clearly enjoys her job as she is always enthusiastic and ready to help our patients.
Joanna says that she has loved visiting the dentists office since she was a kid. She says she especially loves working for a dentist that she trusts enough to send all her family members to. When Joanna is not busy in the office, she likes to spend her time gardening, reading and playing with her dog.
Cindy Kay has been in the dental field since 2008 when she went back to work after her kids were in school. The relationship with our patients is what makes me tick. I enjoy getting to know them, their families, and what interests they have.
She has a son who is in college and a daughter who will herself be off to college soon. She enjoys spending time with her kids, attending the theatre, watching movies at home, cooking, and just hanging out. Cindy Kay also loves to hike, ride her mountain bike and read and always loves hearing about good books.
At our Kirkland practice, you can expect the latest advancements in oral technology and technique to keep your familys smiles healthy and bright. Your best smile begins with regular checkups with Dr. Manson, every 6 months. We recommend that young patients see us by their first birthday, or when their first tooth erupts. While we offer many restorative therapies, we also focus on prevention to extend the healthy life and function of your smile.
Dr. Manson and his professional team always make patient comfort a priority, from our welcoming, relaxed office to our compassionate chair-side manner. We also offer sedation options for our more anxious patients. Our caring doesnt stop there, though. We believe in reaching out to the community and to those in need to make the world a better, healthier place. A few of our favorite outreaches include:
Dr. Yassin is an internationally renowned surgeon with unparalleled experience and accreditation in both Periodontics and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. With his exceptionally rare dual training, Dr. Yassin has been practicing dentistry and oral surgery since his graduation from dental school at the University of Aleppo in 2001, and Damascus Hospital in 2006. Dr. Yassin is an esteemed graduate from the University of Washington and a diplomate of the German Board of Oral Implantology, having completed a total of 15 years of higher education and being an award-winning dentist with prestigious achievements such as the International Exchange Award from the University of Washington and the Academic Achievement Scholarship from Students International.
Dr. Yassin was raised in a family ofinveteratemedical professionalism; influenced by his fatherand his older sister, a successful doctor and dentist respectively, Dr. Yassin realized his calling as a dental surgeon at the young age of 14 and has worked hard to actualize this ambition ever since. Keeping the family tradition alive, giving back to the community is a priority for Dr. Yassin. He is known for his continued dedication to volunteering to provide free dental service to uninsured and underserved patients both locally and internationally.
Dr. Yassin actively lectures at national and international conferences and symposiums, in addition to rigorous online courses and webinars. He is the director of the Clinical Implantology A-Z of the Washington Academy of General Dentistry and regularly teaches at the UW School of Dentistry as an affiliate clinical instructor.In addition, he is a fellow member of several national and international dental associations where he enjoys interacting with colleagues from around the globe. Locally, Dr. Yassin is active in numerous dental study clubs where he learns from his peers and shares his experiences as well!
Dr. Yassin has several publications and articles in refereed and peer-reviewed journals and additionally serves as a reviewer in several academic journals. His Masters thesis titled: Hyaluronan-CD44 Interactions Contractility Mediate and Migration in Periodontal Ligament Cells displays revolutionary research on methods of preventing and treating periodontal disease. His work has been an invaluable addition to many different research projects in the fields of Periodontics, Maxillofacial Surgery, and dental implants.
With his comprehensive experience as a periodontist,Dr. Yassin understands the criticality of any surgery and the lingering effects of a patients previous dental experiences; he never fails to provide his patients with easy, comfortable, and safe options, using minimally-invasive therapies in a gentle manner and offering intravenous sedation when necessary.
Whether you are in need for dental implants, tooth extractions, gingival (gum) grafts, sinus surgery, bone grafting, immediate implants, Full Mouth Teeth In One Day Implant Therapy, implant-supported partials or dentures, full mouth cases, implant in the esthetic zone, wisdom teeth removal, periodontics, and gum disease treatment, surgically accelerated orthodontics, or any other oral surgery procedure, rest assured that Dr. Yassin and his team will study your case carefully with an interdisciplinary approach in order to finalize your ideal treatment plan and provide efficient, minimally-traumatic methods to attain beautiful, long-lasting results.
Away from his professional life, Dr. Yassin spends quality time with his family, his wife Layla (a clinical professor in the Department of Oral Surgery at the University of Washington) and his 9-year-old son Mohammad, where they enjoy swimming, playing soccer, singing, photography, hiking, camping and exploring the beautiful PNW and the Greater Seattle Area which they proudly call it home!