Pickard Orthodontics

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID
3316 4th St, Lewiston, ID 83501
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Dr. Michael Pickard earned his graduate degree in mechanical engineering at Brigham Young University and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles. He graduated at the top of his dental class at UCLA. He served as the national president of the American Student Dental Association in his third year of dental school.

Dr. Pickard is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, the College of Diplomats of the American Board of Orthodontics, the American Dental Association, and is an American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine qualified dentist. Heserves on the board of directors of the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics.

Dr. Pickard was born and raised outside of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and he enjoys the outdoors. He is married and the father of four sons. Dr. Pickard believes in giving back to his community and has supported many local activities, such as 4-H, FFA, the Parks and Recreation sports program, Booster Club sports programs, Distinguished Young Women, theater productions, and the Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Pickard is also the program director for the Readers as Leaders program in Moscow.

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Dr. Crawford grew up in Los Angeles, California where he enjoyed mountain biking, playing at the beach, and going to Disneyland with his family. After high school, he served a church mission for two years in Uruguay, where he learned to speak Spanish fluently. Upon his return from South America, he attended his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, graduating with a bachelor's degree in biology. Dr. Crawford then moved down south to Dallasto attend Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry for four years, where earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree as well as multiple academic, clinical, and research awards.

Following dental school, Dr. Crawford and his family moved way up north to the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, where he obtained his Master of Science in Orthodontics and Studied the effects of pharmacological agents on orthodontic tooth movement. He is currently a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association and is working toward certification by the American Board of Orthodontics later this year.

Dr. Crawford met his wife while attending BYU and loves spending time with her and theirthree children, as well as hiking and camping outdoors. Don 't be surprised if you hear him say 'what a treat!' He is so positive and we love his great outlook on life. We think he will knock your socks off!

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She grew up in Tacoma and completed her undergraduate degree in cellular, molecular, and developmental biology at the University of Washington. She moved to Boston, where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.

After dental school, Dr. Alatsis was delighted to return to the Northwest to complete her postdoctoral residency in orthodontics at Oregon Health & Sciences University in Portland. Sheobtained her Master of Sciencein orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics and studied the effects of staining on white spot lesions treated with resin infiltration.

Dr. Alatsis is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking, skiing, hiking, and yoga. Dr. Alatsis has enjoyed being part of the Pickard Orthodontics family since 2015 and providing quality care to ourcommunity.

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

We recognize that allour 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.

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Sharee first joined Pickard Orthodontics in 2008 as a clinic technician. She took a leave of absence to pursue her educational goals in Boise andcontinued to work in the orthodontic profession as a clinical technician followed by two years as treatment coordinator. We welcomed Sharee back to Pickard Orthodontics in the fall of 2015.Sharee and her husband, Patrick, are both from Moscow and are glad to raise their amazing three kids, Austin, Kyler, and Loretta, in the community. Sharee enjoys being dedicated to both of her passions: family and orthodontics!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Becca has been with Pickard Orthodontics since January 2020. The family atmosphere makes every workday a highlight for her. She graduated from the U of I with a degree in Human Resources and Management and is such a team player. In her free time, Becca and her husband love spending time with their son, Bennett, taking their two Corgis on walks, and watching Seahawks games!

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Sammy joined Pickard Orthodontics in 2020 and has such an awesome time learning all that is orthodontics! Her background in the medical field and as a coder through AHIMA has really helped her branch out in scheduling, finance, and treatment coordinating. Sammy and her hubby love being outdoors, especially if it is Glacier National Park. Of course, you can plan on Goose, her fur baby, being there too!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Debbie first came to the Palouse in 2011 to attend Washington State University. Shortly after, she met the love of her life and the rest is history. Since her husband was born and raised in Pullman, they decided to make this their home and boy, are we happy about that! Debbie joined our office with 3 years experience as a dental and administrative assistant. She loves people and delivers excellent customer service, always with a smile. When she is not at work, Debbie enjoys spending spend time with her husband and two boys!

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Ashley joined the Pickard Ortho Team in 2019 and says her favorite thing about working here is having ample opportunities to make others laugh! Before moving to the Palouse, she attended aprivate college and graduated as a Certified Dental Assistant. When she isn't working, you'll find her and her husband, Evan, and their Golden Doodle, Whistler, on some sort of adventure!

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Lacey joined Team Pickard in 2015. She grew up in Power, Montana and earned a bachelors degree in applied health at the University of Montana. She loves applying her background in applied health to the orthodontic field. Lacey loves working with such an amazing team, meeting new people and hearing their stories, and she especially loves little kids. Prior to moving to Moscow, Lacey worked for seven years with the U.S. Forest Service as a wild land firefighter and trail construction worker. Her years of experience in the mountains have provided her with a dedication and passion for the outdoors. Her hobbies include mountain biking, running, swimming, and hiking through forests.

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Amy has been part of the Pickard Team since June 2019 and loves coming to work every day and seeing patients! She majored in Family Life/Development at the U of I and even studied abroad in Thailand. (Yes,she played with baby elephants!)When Amy isn't working, you'll find her baking cakes, on a run with her Golden Doodle, Sophie, or enjoying quality time with her hubby!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Tesea joined the Pickard Team in 2019 and loves it! Her favorite part of working here is being a part of creating a comfortable environment for patients and their families. She currently lives in Pullman with her husband and various pets. When she's not in the office, you'll find her reading, shopping, or volunteering!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Ally has been with Pickard Orthodontics since June 2020 andtruly considers her team members to be her family! She is a licensed medical coder (CCA through AHIMA) and has an associate's degreein health information technology.Ally is a travel enthusiast, a thrifting extraordinaire, and loves spending time with her kiddos and hubby!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Marissa joined Pickard Ortho at the beginning of 2021 and absolutely loves all of the interaction she gets with patients! She graduated from LCSC and earned a Bachelor's of Science degree, which has been very beneficial with her 5+ years of medical experience. When Marissa isn't at work, you'll find her enjoying quality time with her daughters, running around with her 3 large doggies, or enjoying some fresh air and sunshine!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Shannon has been with our office since the fall of 2003 andbrings more than 20 years of orthodontic experience to our practice! Shannon lives withherbeautiful daughter in Clarkston. She enjoys spending time in the outdoors and traveling to visit family and friends. Her favorite thing about Pickard Orthodontics is the great team she gets to work with every day.

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Tanya has been with Pickard Orthodontics since July of 2015! She has gained so much knowledge with work force training over the years and spending time with her work family and patients is a genuine joy. Tanya loves spending time with her son, Andrew, being outdoors, and singing!

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Meaghan joined Pickard Orthodontics in October of 2018. The Pickard Ortho Family holds a very dear spot in her heart and she loves how rewarding it is being with patients from start to finish in their treatment. Meaghan was born and raised on the Palouse and has ample experience in the dental field. You'll find Meaghan playing with her beloved corgi, Lou, eating tacos, showing off her awesome sock collection, or bowling!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Tammy is a full-time teacher and works for us part-time. You may not see her unless you visity the Lewiston office. We love her team attitude. She is always doing something for somebody. We are glad she continues to be a part of our team.

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Whitney has been with Pickard Orthodontics since 2020. She loves seeing all of the changes that happen in patient's smiles during their orthodontic process and is incredibly proud of the difference she helps make! She attended Weber State University and in her free time loves rock climbing, hiking, and spending time with her pup and hubby!

Pickard Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Lewiston, ID

Tracee came to us after being a dental assistant for more than 10 years. She is a great assetto our team and has a lot of dental knowledge. She works in the lab and the clinic and we are glad to have her on our team.

  • We value your time and appreciate your trust in us. We have an amazing teamthat is constantly striving to improve our systems and processes to be accurate, efficient, and compassionate, and to make sure we communicate effectively with you.
  • We strive to go above and beyond by coordinating care with your dentist and providing sports mouthguards and horn instrument lip protectors at no charge, free WiFi, game rooms, and a tree house for siblings to play in.
  • You will appreciate bothDr. Pickardsfriendly, approachable nature, and his commitment to provideyou with an optimal functional result and a smile you are proud to show off to the world. As the only board-certified orthodontic specialist in the area, he isconfident that you will not get better care elsewhere.
  • We know you will loveDr. Alatsis, our associate orthodontist, as much as we do. Dr. Alatsis graduated from OHSUs competitive orthodontic residency program and her knowledge and gentlepresence has enhanced and improved our practice more than we can express.
  • Dr. Pickard doesnt want finances to stand in the way of treatment that would benefit you. Our treatment and financial coordinators do an amazing job working with our patients to make orthodontic treatment affordable.

  • Some of the many organizations we support include: Local sports teams, Christmas for Kids, Distinguished Young Women Program, 4-H/FFA, Boy Scouts, Parks and Recreation, Relay for Life, regional theatre groups, fundraising auctions, school boosters, youth and adult sports and clubs,and Community Action Center.
  • Anorthodontic specialistis thebest choiceevery time for Invisalign treatment. Invisalign has designated Dr. Pickard as a Top 1% in the World Provider with their prestigious Diamond status. Dr. Pickard spends a lot of timedesigning and customizing your Invisalign treatment plan. As a specialist, Dr. Pickard has a strong foundation in orthodontic mechanics, and is able to maximize the potential of Invisalign. Your treatment will be closely monitored throughout so adjustments or refinements can be made as needed.

    Unlike most orthodontic offices, we typically do not put on braces one by one. Instead, Dr. Pickard places brackets on your modelswhile you are not even in our office! This means less time spent at our officeand a much more comfortable visit.

  • Digital X-ray imaging is an indispensablediagnostic tool that we use cautiouslyand responsibly to provide the greatest benefits and quality of care to you. Digital X-rays use a minimal, localized amount of radiation to capture the teeth versus older film-developed X-rays.
  • In comparison, onepanoramic digital X-ray uses approximately the same amount of radiation as you would get from being exposed to atmospheric radiation during a two-hour flight to Denver, and a similar dose tostanding in front of your microwave to heata cup of water on high.
  • It is unique to have an in-house lab at all of our office locations. Our lab guru, Eli, fabricates about 1,500 appliances and retainers per year! The advantages of an in-house lab for our patients include:

  • There are many causes of jaw joint problems.Orthodontia is onetreatment modality that often has a very positive effect on TMJ/TMD problems such as jaw pain, jaw popping, and clicking. Improving the fit and function of the bite reduces the stress and strain on the bone and gums that support the teeth and on the jaw joint.
  • There are many causes of teeth grinding and clenching. Children often grow out of the habit, and some adultsstop clenching and grinding after orthodontic treatment just by improving how the teeth work and fit together. For peoplethat continue to clench and grind after orthodontic treatment, a custom full-coverage flat-plane night guard is often very effective. Throughout treatment, Dr. Pickard will monitor your physiological response to treatment to make sure we guide you to solutions that work for you.
  • As an added service to our patients and their family members, Dr. Pickard provides a thoroughsleep evaluation, pharygometer and rhinometer testing, take-home sleep studies, and diagnostic imaging often identifies airway/sleep disorders.
  • Dr. Pickard monitors gum tissue attachment closely throughout treatment, and we coordinate your care with the appropriate specialist(s) to make sure you have a healthy smile at the end of your treatment.
  • Reviews

    Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 141 reviews

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    Megan Walker
    a year ago
    Great environment. Great staff. Very welcoming as a new patient for my teenage daughter. Would definitely recommend


    Shelly Thompson
    a year ago
    . All staff was wonderful to work with. Definitely recommend!


    Rebecca McDaniel
    a year ago
    Had an Appointment for my son on Halloween for what we had been told would be a quick appointment. Was called back on time but we ended up being there for an hour as the Dentist and the lady's chatted away instead of focusing on my son. We had always had great in and out service and this was just ridiculous. I do not care what movies you want to see or have not seen or what your Halloween plans are. It was very very unprofessional


    Brook Zanetti
    a year ago
    Fast and easy... very friendly and professional


    Kammy Cox
    a year ago
    Dr Pickard is such a nice, kind, smart, & very professional orthodontist. I sure enjoyed working with his team to help with my Invisalign. Was a great experience! Highly recommend!


    Michael Nelson
    a year ago
    They were very caring and polite to my daughter. They did an excellent job in explaining the procedures that needed to be done in the present and future. We had a great experience.


    Hells Canyon Hustle
    a year ago
    A wonderful experience all around.


    Tiffany Groth
    a year ago
    Friendly and caring people!


    Cam Knight
    a year ago
    Very impressed with the staff at the Lewiston office. I got there at end of the day and everyone was still very energetic and helpful. Dr. Crawford went through multiple options with me during my consult and called me the next day after discussing the options with the rest of the staff. I feel like I'm in great hands.


    Brooke Fliger
    a year ago
    The staff and docs are all so friendly! They always make my little girl feel comfortable and play with her during the appt including her on things they do, it makes her feel so special! They do a great job and always get things done in a timely manner!


    Tracy Trotter
    a year ago
    Super friendly staff!


    Heidi Waters
    a year ago
    Thank you, Dr. Pickard, and all of your staff for your dedication to excellence. I appreciate your professionalism, humor, compassion and flexibility. From the smiling faces at the front to the hard-working help in the back (and even the friendly email reminders) your business operation is seamless. Our two children's smiles have been transformed. We are so pleased. God bless you!


    Sabine Pacheco
    a year ago
    This office and its staff are first class! Very friendly and professional. I highly recommend them.


    Theresa Reynold
    a year ago
    Very friendly.


    Mark Schwemmer
    a year ago
    Top notch facility would recommend to everyone everyone was super friendly and professional felt like family prices are good they leave no questions unanswered highly recommended AAA ! i've gone in from my couple of follow-ups. They're absolute pros one of the best businesses I've had the pleasure of dealing with in a long time ! Rockstars


    Chris Hill
    a year ago
    Everyone in this office, from the front receptionist to the Dentist are so very friendly and helpful!


    Hannah McElrath
    a year ago
    Absolutely love all the staff!


    Rachael Thibodo
    a year ago
    Amazing staff! So friendly and caring! Halfway through treatment and every appointment is personal and efficient!


    Brian Jones
    a year ago
    The whole team at Pickard Orthodontics is wonderful. It feels like family. From the consultation that was very informative to the financial team that made it easy to pursue treatment. They were even able to put braces on the same day. I would highly recommend Pickard Orthodontics to anyone interested in improving their smile.


    Tracy Walker Maddy
    a year ago
    Excellent, efficient professional orthodontic care. I am completely satisfied with the exceptional care I receive at Pickard Orthodontics Lewiston office. The Dr and employees are all professional, kind and personable. Thank you Pickard Orthodontics for my wonderful new smile!


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