Dr. Nichols is a Marin County native. She was born and raised in Marin and is a second generation orthodontist. Her father, Dr. Owen Nichols, practiced orthodontics in Greenbrae, California for over 40 years.
Dr. Nichols received her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Puget Sound. She obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, where she graduated with high honors. While at the University of the Pacific, she was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Tau Kappa Omega National Dental Honor Societies. She went on to earn her Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from the Oregon Health and Science University.
Dr. Nichols is past president of the Marin County Dental Society and has served on the Council for New and Younger members for the American Association of Orthodontists and on the board for the Marin County Dental Society. She is a member of the Marin County Dental Society, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, California Orthodontic Association, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and American Association of Orthodontists.
We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Our treatment team consists of registered dental assistants, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.