Edmonds Orthodontics

Our mission is to change lives by enhancing beauty and confidence, one smile at a time. Edmonds Orthodontics specializes in straightening teeth and aligning the jaws to improve the oral health and facial esthetics of individuals at every stage of their life. We are a patient-centered practice, committed to providing excepcional care through proven, reliable techniques, and utilizing the latest technologies. Our team strives to create a fun, positive, and memorable experience to all of our patients and families. Meet our Doctors - Dr. Kris Kim and Dr. Paula Ohara Dr. Kris Kim grew up in the greater Seattle area and attended Meadowdale High School. She went on to receive her undergraduate education from University of Washington and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. Dr. Kim received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of Washington. She graduated among the top of her class, and while in dental school she received academic scholarships from Omikron Kappa Upsilon (Dental Honor Society) for ranking #1 in her dental class. Dr. Paula Ohara was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where she completed her dental school education at the University of Sao Paulo (USP), one of the top dental schools in the world. After graduating dental school, Dr. Ohara pursued her dream of becoming an orthodontist. She moved to Boston where she obtained her Masters of Science and Certificate of Orthodontics at Boston University. After graduating, two of her mentors at Boston University referred her to a practice in Washington.