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How Invisalign Works

There’s never been a better time to straighten your smile with the world’s most advanced clear aligner system. At Northwest Family Dental Care, we’re proud to be certified Invisalign® providers, offering a discreet, comfortable, and convenient way to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, nearly invisible aligners to gently shift teeth into place without metal brackets or wires. Whether at work, school, or out with friends, you can feel confident while staying on track with your treatment.

Enjoy Your Visit.
Love Your Smile.

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Benefits of Invisalign Treatment

  • Faster Treatment: With weekly aligner changes, you’re 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.
  • 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 won’t even know you’re going through treatment, because Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible!
  • Comfortable: Invisalign clear aligner trays are not only smooth and comfortable to wear, but they’re 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.

Meet Our Doctors

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Dr. Stanley Cho

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Dr. Ryan Hanks

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Dr. Dustin Burleson

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Dr. Nathan Tam

Meet Our Doctors

We’re here because we love to help.

Dr. Stanley Cho

With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Cho is dedicated to providing optimum dental treatments for his patients and uses the latest developments in dentistry to achieve superior results. He believes in educating his patients about oral health, so they are empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment plans. Dr. Cho proudly received his Fellow from the International Congress of Oral Implantology and continues to conduct extensive research and academic pursuits in the field of dental implants. Recognized for his excellence in dentistry, he was voted “Top Dentists in the United States.” You can feel confident knowing you are in highly skilled and caring hands when visiting Dr. Cho.
EDUCATION
Dr. Cho earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Washington School of Dentistry and also pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of Washington with a Pre-Dental concentration. Dr. Cho’s passion for dentistry is evident in his continual pursuit of academics. He has completed well over a thousand hours of continuing education, including:
  • Graduate, Progressive Orthodontic Seminars
  • Graduate, Implant Seminars
  • Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantology
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Dr. Ryan Hanks

Dentistry is my true passion in life. When I’m not in the office, I still think about it! I have been given the great opportunity to change people’s lives in a positive way through this great profession. I take this responsibility very seriously and strive every day to provide the highest quality of care with a special consideration for each patient’s individual needs. Giving people the confidence to smile is such an amazing gift, and I’m thankful to my patients for placing their trust in me and my team.

EDUCATION AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

I am very passionate about being the best dentist I can, and constantly try to improve my skills and expand my services through continuing education. I have taken hundreds of hours of continuing education in implant dentistry. This enables me to keep all of our implant procedures in house, which is convenient for the patients.

I am also certified in IV sedation, a rarity among general dentists. I continue my education because I truly enjoy learning about new procedures and being able to provide these services to my patients.

Dr. Dustin Burleson

Dr. Dustin Burleson is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and has been in private practice since 2006. He completed both his dental degree and his residency in orthodontics from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry. He later earned his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from New Charter University.

Dr. Burleson uses his specialty aes training to help patients with cleft palate at Saint Luke’s and Children’s Mercy Hospitals. He is the Director of the Leo H. Rheam Foundation for Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics. Dr. Burleson is a proud supporter of the Smiles Change Lives organization and provides free orthodontic care to children in need through this community orthodontic program.

Dr. Burleson is a husband and father of three. When he’s not in the office creating beautiful, healthy smiles, he enjoys outdoor activities like cycling, golfing, and sailing.

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How We Help

Just about anything you need under one roof.
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Dental Implants
Dental Crowns
Invisalign & Braces
Teeth in A Day
Porcelain Veneers
Teeth Whitening
Botox
Family Dentistry
Fillings
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Dr. Stanley Cho

With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Cho is dedicated to providing optimum dental treatments for his patients and uses the latest developments in dentistry to achieve superior results. He believes in educating his patients about oral health, so they are empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment plans. Dr. Cho proudly received his Fellow from the International Congress of Oral Implantology and continues to conduct extensive research and academic pursuits in the field of dental implants. Recognized for his excellence in dentistry, he was voted “Top Dentists in the United States.” You can feel confident knowing you are in highly skilled and caring hands when visiting Dr. Cho.

Education

Dr. Cho earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Washington School of Dentistry and also pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of Washington with a Pre-Dental concentration. Dr. Cho’s passion for dentistry is evident in his continual pursuit of academics. He has completed well over a thousand hours of continuing education, including:

Dr. Cho Practices Comprehensive General Dentistry, Including:

Dr. Cho is a longtime University of Washington Huskies and Seattle Seahawks fan. In his free time, he enjoys attending football games and playing tennis and hiking with his family.
Smiling male dental professional in dark shirt against neutral background at Northwest Family Dental Care

Dr. Ryan Hanks

Dentistry is my true passion in life. When I’m not in the office, I still think about it! I have been given the great opportunity to change people’s lives in a positive way through this great profession. I take this responsibility very seriously and strive every day to provide the highest quality of care with a special consideration for each patient’s individual needs. Giving people the confidence to smile is such an amazing gift, and I’m thankful to my patients for placing their trust in me and my team.

Education And Continuing Education

I am very passionate about being the best dentist I can, and constantly try to improve my skills and expand my services through continuing education. I have taken hundreds of hours of continuing education in implant dentistry. This enables me to keep all of our implant procedures in house, which is convenient for the patients.

I am also certified in IV sedation, a rarity among general dentists. I continue my education because I truly enjoy learning about new procedures and being able to provide these services to my patients.

In The Dental Community

In addition to continuing my education, I have also been involved in education and training of future dentists. Prior to moving back to Puyallup, I was the director for the Regional Initiatives in Dental Education in Colville.

Outside The Office

When I’m not in the office, I can be found with my wife Tazzmarie, my two sons Robby and Ty, and our chocolate lab Zoey. My free time is spent staying active and exploring the beautiful Washington landscape.
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Dr. Dustin Burleson

Dr. Dustin Burleson is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and has been in private practice since 2006. He completed both his dental degree and his residency in orthodontics from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry. He later earned his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from New Charter University.

Dr. Burleson uses his specialty aes training to help patients with cleft palate at Saint Luke’s and Children’s Mercy Hospitals. He is the Director of the Leo H. Rheam Foundation for Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics. Dr. Burleson is a proud supporter of the Smiles Change Lives organization and provides free orthodontic care to children in need through this community orthodontic program.

Dr. Burleson is a husband and father of three. When he’s not in the office creating beautiful, healthy smiles, he enjoys outdoor activities like cycling, golfing, and sailing.

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Dr. Nathan Tam

Hello! My name is Dr Nathan and I look forward to meeting you. I am an Arizona native born and raised in Phoenix. I went to school at the U of A and graduated with a degree in biochemistry prior to moving to LA to attend USC for dental school. I graduated in 2024 and then spent a year in Eugene OR, where I experienced the PNW for the first time and saw how awesome this stunningly beautiful region is. Then I moved up to Seattle, where I am continuing to explore what the city has to offer. Outside of work I have a corgi named Zoey and enjoy playing basketball. Zoey and I are looking for some good recs for trails and hikes. I’m also a lifelong Phoenix Suns fan. Looking forward to getting to know you all and see you guys soon.