Seattle has plenty of orthodontic practices. What is harder to find is a practice with 30 years of roots in the South Sound, two doctors with credentials spanning Boston University, the University of Washington, and Seattle Children’s Hospital, and three locations positioned right along the I-5 corridor for Seattle patients heading south.
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics has been creating healthy smiles since 1994. For patients seeking braces in Seattle who want specialist-level care without the wait times and premium pricing of downtown practices, the Southcenter location puts exceptional braces treatment within easy reach. The consultation is always free.
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics offers a full range of fixed appliance options. A complete overview is available on the braces page. Here is a quick comparison to help Seattle patients understand their choices:
| Type | Best For | Key Advantage |
| Metal braces | All ages, all case types | Most precise, durable, and cost-effective |
| Clear ceramic braces | Teens and adults wanting discretion | Tooth-colored brackets, same clinical precision |
| Forsus appliance | Class II bite correction during braces | Fixed, non-removable bite corrector that works alongside braces |
Traditional metal braces remain the most clinically reliable option for patients of all ages. Modern brackets are significantly smaller and more comfortable than earlier generations. For complex bite corrections, severe crowding, or cases that need maximum mechanical control, metal braces deliver results that other systems cannot always match.
Clear ceramic brackets blend with the natural color of teeth, making them substantially less visible than metal. They apply the same corrective force and produce equivalent clinical outcomes, making them the most popular choice for older teens and adults who want effective treatment without the visual impact of traditional braces.
The Forsus appliance is a fixed bite corrector used alongside braces for Class II overbite correction. Unlike elastics, it does not depend on patient compliance. It applies continuous corrective force 24 hours a day, making it particularly effective for growing patients with significant overbite or overjet. For Seattle patients with complex bite issues, this is a meaningful differentiator from practices that only offer standard appliances.
Dr. Virk has been at the center of Pacific Northwest Orthodontics since its founding and has spent his career building what is now one of the most trusted orthodontic practices in the South Sound. His approach to treatment is built on genuine patient relationships and the conviction that every case, regardless of complexity or background, deserves the same quality of care. Dr. Virk specializes in orthodontics, orofacial pain, and sleep disorders, offering a scope of care that extends well beyond standard orthodontic practice.
Dr. Basma Tamasas brings an exceptional academic background to the practice. She earned her dental degree at the University of Benghazi before moving to the United States, where she completed further training at Tufts University, the University of Washington, and Seattle Children’s Hospital. She then earned her orthodontic specialty degree and Master’s in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from Boston University. For Seattle-area patients, having access to this level of training at a South Sound practice is genuinely unusual.
30 years. Three locations. Diamond Invisalign Providers. Pacific Northwest Orthodontics has been treating families across western Washington since 1994, with patients traveling from as far as Kitsap County, Thurston County, and Grays Harbor to receive care at this practice.
Patients from across the greater Seattle metro come to Pacific Northwest Orthodontics for the full range of alignment and bite concerns:
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics accepts most major dental insurance plans with orthodontic benefits and offers flexible payment arrangements for Seattle-area patients. Full details on the financial information page.
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics does not have an office in Seattle, but three South Sound locations are all accessible from Seattle via I-5:
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics serves patients from across the greater Seattle metro and western Washington:
“Worth the drive from Seattle without question. Dr. Virk is incredibly thorough and the staff makes every appointment efficient and genuinely pleasant. The results speak for themselves and the pricing was more reasonable than anything I found closer to the city.”
– Seattle area patient
“Pacific Northwest Orthodontics has been treating our family for over a decade. Two kids through braces and now I am finishing my own treatment. The consistency of care and the warmth of the team is something you just do not find everywhere.”
– South Sound family
There is no PNW Orthodontics office in Seattle, but the Southcenter/Tukwila location is the closest option for most Seattle patients and is directly accessible from I-5. Federal Way and Tacoma offices are also convenient for patients in South Seattle and Burien.
Pacific Northwest Orthodontics offers traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and the Forsus appliance for bite correction alongside braces. Dr. Virk or Dr. Tamasas recommends the best fit based on your clinical needs, goals, and budget at the free consultation.
Yes. Most major dental insurance plans with orthodontic benefits are accepted. The team confirms your coverage and provides a complete cost breakdown at the free consultation so you know exactly what to expect before committing.
Most comprehensive cases take 18 to 24 months. Simpler corrections may complete faster, and more complex bite issues may require longer. Dr. Virk or Dr. Tamasas provides a personalized timeline at your first visit based on your specific teeth and bite.
Yes. The practice treats patients of all ages, including adults. Whether it is a first-time case, relapse correction, or a complex bite issue, adults receive the same specialist-level care as younger patients. Braces in Seattle for adults at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics are available at all three locations.
Seattle-area patients have access to 30 years of specialist orthodontic experience just down I-5 at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics. Whether you are looking for braces in Seattle for your child, your teenager, or yourself, the consultation is free and comes with a full treatment plan and cost breakdown before you commit to anything.
Three locations along the I-5 corridor. No wait lists. Walk-friendly parking at every office.
Tacoma Office
Address: 2702 S 42nd St, Suite 106, Tacoma, WA 98409
New Patients: (253) 201-1226
Current Patients: (253) 472-7788
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