Sullivan Bastian Orthodontics is a respected provider in yourcommunity. Located in Mill Creek, WA, our practices top priority is to provide you the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly, comfortable environment.

Dr. Sullivan and Dr. Bastian studied at the University of Washington where they received their doctorates in dentistry. Our doctors were selected from a pool of dentists worldwide for graduate studies at the University of Washington, where they were awarded masters degrees in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.Dentofacial orthopedicsis a specialized form of dental care in which the treatments are designed toguide the growth and development of the facial bones ofchildren and adolescents. Both doctors are diplomates of theAmerican Board of Orthodontics.

My son is currently in treatment, so I have a firsthand perspective in understanding the needs of our patients and their families. My 20 years experience in orthodontic practices has prepared me to help our patients with the insurance processes and financial arrangements for investing in orthodontic treatment.

I started with Dr. Sullivans team in 2005 as the Treatment Coordinator. My experience as a parent of an orthodontic patient, as well as having treatment by Dr. Sullivan as an adult, has provided me with an understanding of the experiences of our patients and their families.

I have 18 years experience as a treatment and scheduling coordinator dealing with the insurance processes and financial arrangements for investing in orthodontic treatment. My daughter and I enjoy visiting different towns in Washington, trying new restaurants, spending time with friends and family, and our cat Luna.

I have been at Sullivan Bastian Orthodontics since 2008 and still love it as much as my first day. I became a clinical technician in Scottsdale AZ, 1999. I have been cross-trained in many roles over the years which allows me to provide the best care to patients and families at all points on your orthodontic journey. I am recognized by the American Association of Orthodontics as a Specialized Orthodontic Assistant and have my certification in CPR.

I have been married since 1996 to my husband Robert and have two children Lillian and Sterling, all four of us have been lucky to have beautiful smiles because of Dr. Sullivan. In my free time I enjoy traveling and exploring WA with my family and my dog Mannie. I look forward to seeing you in our office and watching your smile transform.

I have been in the orthodontic industry for 25 years and I absolutely love it! I enjoy meeting new people and being part of creating beautiful smiles. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend and my two kids. I also love going to the beach, hiking, and hanging out with family and friends.

I have been involved with the dental field for years, specializing in pediatrics and orthodontics. I was raised in the PNW, spent a few years in Montana, and recently returned back to the area. I am a mom of three, one boy and twin toddler girls. I love spending time with my husband and kids. My favorite movie is the Princess Bride, and I love Heath bars!

I started with Sullivan Bastian Orthodontics in 2001 as a clinical technician. In 2004 Dr. Sullivan sent me to Great Lakes Orthodontics In New York to learn functional appliance fabrication. I learned how to make our acrylic appliances, retainers and soldered appliances. In 2009 I went on maternity leave and took some years off to have and raise my two beautiful children. I returned in 2016, I really enjoy working for Dr. Sullivan and cannot imagine being anywhere else.

Ive been in the orthodontic industry since 2011. Straight out of assisting school, I jumped into orthodontics and fell in love with it. My favorite aspect of the industry is being able to transform someone confidence with just their smile.

What drew me to working in the Orthodontics field is not just seeing straight teeth with great smiles, but also seeing so much confidence as individuals walking out the door when their treatment was completed. With a great smile and confidence, it can make a world of difference, its an unforgettable experience.

During thenext30 minutes you will meet our orthodontist and have a 1-on-1 discussion with our treatment coordinatorabout possible orthodontic treatments. During this time, you will havethe opportunity to discuss any orthodontic and dental problems you may be concerned about.

The cost of your treatment will vary depending on your specific dental requirements. Once we complete a new patient exam and create a treatment plan for you, you will meet with a treatment coordinator to discuss the costs and payment plans available to you. We will work with you to create a payment plan that is tailored to your needs and budget.

Our services are provided by orthodontists.Orthodontists are dentists who, after finishing 4 years of dental school, then went to orthodontic school for another 3 years for extensive training with braces, Invisalign, expanders, bite correction appliances, etc. The only thing our doctors do all day, every day is straighten teeth! Our orthodontists will straighten teeth on hundreds of patients per year and thousands of patients in their lifetime.

On the contrary, most general dentists dont do any orthodontics. The few that do treat only a handful of cases per year, and usually these cases are very simple cases (ie. retreatment of a patient who previously had braces but stopped wearing their retainers and teeth shifted slightly).

If you are in need of treatment, an orthodontist will recommend an appliance specific to your dental needs. Some of the treatment options available include: traditional braces, clear braces and Invisalign.

Brush your teeth by using a regular soft toothbrush. Brush down from the top and then up from the bottom on each tooth; always brushing away from your gums. Use a gentle sawing motion to work the floss on each side of the two teeth the floss is between. Be careful not to pull with too much force around the archwire.

That varies per patient but there is new technology that uses memory shape, heat activated wires that work without needing painful adjustments, decreasing the amount of office visits necessary to complete treatment. The average time between visits can range from 8-10 weeks. As you come close to finishing treatment, the doctor may want to see you more often, typically between 4-6 weeks during your last few months, to fine tune your final tooth movements.

Faster treatment: With weekly aligner changes, youre on your way to the smile you want even faster. Depending on your response to treatment, particularly in mature adults, we may consider longer periods between aligner changes. Proven results: SmartTrack material and SmartForce features are clinically proven to improve control of tooth movement with Invisalign clear aligners Better fit: Aligners made from SmartTrack material are comfortable, fit well, and are easy to put on and take off. Effective: Invisalign clear aligners can treat a wide range of teeth-straightening conditions, including crossbites, crowding, open bites, gapped teeth, overbites, and underbites. Virtually invisible: Most people wont even know youre going through treatment, because Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible! Comfortable: Invisalign clear aligner trays are not only smooth and comfortable to wear, but theyre also removable. That means you can continue doing all the things you normally would, from brushing and flossing to eating whatever you like. Convenient: Invisalign treatment is ideal for your busy schedule, since you only need to visit our office every six weeks.

We will use a scanner such as the iTero digital scanning system to create fast, precise 3D digital images of your teeth. Then we will map out a precise treatment plan, including the exact movements of your teeth and how long your treatment will be. Youll even get to see how your teeth will move and preview your new smile.

As you wear each set of aligners, your teeth will gently and gradually shift into place. We may recommend that you begin wearing a new set of aligners every week and schedule checkups every six weeks or so.

Damon braces are smaller, making them easier to clean and less noticeable. We want your experience with braces to be manageable and not interfere with your lifestyle. Damon System braces can reduce your treatment time, and have been clinically proven to avoid expanders, headgear or extractions. Damon System braces have many advantages, but the most important is providing you with a beautiful smile!

The Damon bracket system has changed the way we can treat orthodontic patients today.This revolutionary system utilizes a unique passive self-ligating bracket and very light forces to achieve results beyond previously conceived expectations. Orthodontic treatment is now less time-consuming and more comfortable than ever before.

There is a general misconception that all braces and orthodontic treatments are the same. With all the options available today, it is more important than ever to carefully select what type of braces and technology are used. The Damon System not only produces beautiful smiles and straight teeth, but allows orthodontists to enhance facial changes as well. We have never before had such an influence on the bone and soft tissues that support and surround the teeth.

For years, the traditional thinking was that heavy forces based on what a patient could tolerate were needed to move teeth. By creating the new Damon System of high-technology braces and wires, very light natural forces can now be applied to move teeth at a rate never seen before in orthodontics. This means less pressure on your teeth for more comfortable treatment.

Traditional braces use colored elastics to hold on to the archwire. The elastics have to be changed frequently because they wear out and become stained over time. The Damon System doesnt need elastics to secure the wire to the brackets.

Since the Damon braces have a unique sliding door, they require fewer adjustments. The light force, high-technology wires continue to work for a longer period of time. This means fewer office visits than with conventional braces.

We want to make your treatment is as comfortable as possible and fit easily into your busy schedule. Amazingly, patients of all ages are enjoying more comfortable treatment in far less time! And people all around the world are experiencing startling transformations of the face and the smile that have never been seen before.

Patients are experiencing treatment far different than they would have with traditional braces or Invisalign. Drs. Sullivan and Bastian are proud to treat patients to the very highest level of care in a shorter period of time with far greater comfort.

Traditional orthodontic therapy involves tyingarchwires into braces with colored elastics or small stainless steel wires. This can bind up the archwire and cause the teeth to move at a slower rate. Heavy forces must be applied to overcome inherent friction in the traditional bracket system. These heavy forces can overpower or crush the very delicate underlying blood vessels cutting off oxygen and nutrients. This can be more painful, actually slow down tooth movement and lengthen the time of treatment.

Orthodontics is a great way to increase your self confidence, improve your dental health and create a beautiful smile you can share with everyone you meet.Damon braceshave changed the way we can treat orthodontic patients today inMill Creek. This revolutionary system utilizes a unique passive self-ligating bracket and very light forces to achieve results beyond previously conceived expectations. Orthodontic treatment is now less time-consuming and more comfortable than ever before.

Though an orthodontist can enhance a smile at any age, there is an optimal time period to begin treatment. Beginning treatment at this time ensures the best result and the shortest treatment. TheAmerican Association of Orthodontistsrecommends that the initial orthodontic evaluation should occur at the first sign of orthodontic problems or no later than age 7. At this early age, orthodontic treatment may not be necessary, but careful examination can anticipate the most advantageous time to begin treatment.

Early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and greater opportunity for more effective treatment. Prudent intervention guides growth and development, preventing serious problems later. When orthodontic intervention is not necessary, an orthodontist can carefully monitor growth and development and begin treatment when it is ideal.