Orthodontist Serving Kenmore, WA — Braces, Invisalign & Airway-Focused Care
Kenmore moms, if you’re hunting for an orthodontist who treats your child like a whole person and won’t pressure you into anything, you’re in the right place. Spain Orthodontics is about a 10 minute drive west in Shoreline, and Dr. Christopher Spain has cared for families around the north end of Lake Washington for over a decade. From the first “the dentist mentioned braces” conversation through the day the braces come off, we keep it simple and honest: a real conversation about your options, never a sales pitch.
An easy trip from Kenmore
Whether you’re near Bastyr, Saint Edward State Park, Log Boom Park, or riding the Burke-Gilman Trail, we’re a short drive west on Bothell Way / SR-522. Kenmore families choose us for the attention a small practice can give: you’ll see Dr. Spain at every visit, not a different provider each time, and nobody rushes you. He’ll ask about your kid’s school, sports, and summer before he ever brings up teeth — because a relaxed patient is a happier one, and because he genuinely likes getting to know the families he treats. Dr. Spain is also fluent in Spanish, so también, hablamos Español. Here’s what sets us apart.
Braces & Invisalign for kids, teens, and adults
We fit the treatment to the person — not the other way around.
Early treatment (around age 7)
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first check-up by age 7. Usually nothing needs doing yet, but a well-timed early step can guide growth and prevent bigger problems down the road. Learn about early treatment for kids.
Teen braces & Invisalign Teen
Teens want results without the spotlight. We offer clear braces and Invisalign Teen, with an honest read on which your teen will actually stick with.
Adult braces & clear aligners
It’s never too late to care about your smile. Discreet clear aligners and adult braces fit right into a busy Kenmore life.
Airway-focused, health-first orthodontics
Dr. Spain likes to say he’s never treated a set of teeth that walked in on its own — they’re always attached to a person. That’s why he practices airway-focused orthodontics: a narrow bite or crowded jaw can affect how a child breathes, snores, and sleeps, and those things ripple into overall health. Straighter teeth are also easier to keep clean, and a balanced bite means less wear and fewer grinding and TMJ jaw-tension issues. When treatment wraps up, we’re still here for the everyday needs — replacement retainers when one goes missing (or when the dog chews them up) and custom nightguards for grinders.
Affordable orthodontics — no surprises
Most braces and Invisalign treatments run $6,000–$8,000, priced the same so cost never picks your treatment. Without insurance, down payments start at $500 and monthly payments at $199. With insurance, we handle verification and claims. See the full cost and financing breakdown.
Getting here from Kenmore
We’re at 19929 Ballinger Way NE, Suite 201, Shoreline — an easy drive west on Bothell Way. Free parking, and Thursday hours until 6pm for after-school appointments. Browse real patient success stories to see the results.
A specialist you can trust
Dr. Spain is an orthodontic specialist and a member of the field’s leading professional associations.
Kenmore Orthodontist FAQs
Is there a good orthodontist near Kenmore?
Yes — about 12 minutes west in Shoreline, with a decade-plus caring for north-lake families. First consult’s free.
What is airway-focused orthodontics?
Care that considers how your child breathes and sleeps, not just tooth alignment — because straightening teeth is a health service.
Do you have a Spanish-speaking orthodontist?
Yes — Dr. Spain is fluent. También, hablamos Español.
How long does treatment take?
Usually 12–30 months. You’ll get a realistic timeline at your free consult.
Ready when you are
Meet Dr. Spain, ask everything on your mind, and leave with a plan you understand — no pressure to decide on the spot.
