To better accommodate the scheduling needs of all our patients, we have not one but two offices! Our Renton and Burien office locations make Pristera Orthodontics more convenient for a wider patient base throughout Washington.
Dr. Adam Pristera is highly trained and vastly experienced in delivering the best possible orthodontic care to all of his patients, regardless of their age or orthodontic needs. His treatment philosophy is focused on creating (orthodontics) and maintaining (endodontics) beautiful smiles that improve the overall health and well-being of his patients throughout their entire lives.
Our orthodontic treatment options mean very little without a competent, qualified staff to deliver them. Thats why we take pride in our professional, courteous staff. Our staff is genuinely interested in delivering compassionate, personalized care. Likewise, they know that your time is valuable, so they keep our office running on schedule.
We constantly strive for the best results for our patients, which also means we are dedicated to researching and employing the latest technology in the orthodontic field. Our technical advancements provide multiple benefits for our patients, including faster, more accurate diagnoses, and quicker, more comfortable treatment.
Fulfilling my dream since high school, I became a general dentist in 2005. Working as a general dentist, it didn't take me long to discover a passion for two areas of dentistry: orthodontics (braces) and endodontics (root canals). After years of hard work and schooling, I'm now proud to be one of a very small number of specialists in both fields. The love I have for my career is reinforced by both the personal and professional rewards from each of my two specialties. As a dual specialist, I have a unique opportunity to positively change the lives of patients of all ages. Because I'm involved at so many stages of treatment, across a wide range of ages, I can focus on the unique needs and goals of each patient individually, helping to plan out a beautiful smile for them in the long run. In serving the communities of Renton and Burien, I strive to deliver the best possible care to all of my patients. My treatment philosophy is focused on creating (orthodontics) and maintaining (endodontics) beautiful smiles that improve the overall health and well-being of my patients throughout their entire lives.
Education Ive been a dentist since 2005 when I graduated number one in my class from University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, at which point I was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society for outstanding academic achievements. I furthered my dental training by completing a General Practice Residency at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, treating medically compromised patients of all ages and managing patients with severe dental-facial trauma. I then continued my training, specializing in endodontics (root canals) at the prestigious Endodontics Department at Columbia University in Manhattan, New York. After practicing in high profile offices on Central Park South in New York City, I went back to specialize in Orthodontics at St. Barnabas Hospital, an affiliate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine and New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. This advanced specialized training, combined with my years of experience in practice, provided me the expertise necessary to manage even the most difficult cases.
Millie - Treatment Coordinator Millie is our treatment coordinator. She joined our office in November of 2016 as our scheduling coordinator. Prior to working with Pristera Orthodontics, she provided customer service at a salon and spa for eight years, but her true passion was to work in the dental field. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her niece and nephew as well as cheering on her boyfriend at his motocross races with their dog Leo. She loves being around people and making them laugh. Millie enjoys getting to know our patients and family members throughout their care. Desai - Financial Coordinator and Orthodontic assistant Desi was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She grew up playing tennis and watching sports such as football and basketball. She said the best things about growing up in Hawaii are the beautiful beaches, warm weather, excellent food, and friendly locals . She graduated from the University of Hawaii with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a focus in children development. She started off in the workforce in 2012 with Pediatric dentistry before continuing with General and Orthodontics a few years later. She moved to Washington and joined our team in June of 2019. So far, she is enjoying the different seasons and experiencing the PNW lifestyle. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, hiking, and trying different types of food from various cultures. She loves working at Pristera Orthdontics because of her co-workers and the constant interactions with patients and parents.