We practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective
jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. We perform a full range of dental implant and bone grafting
procedures. We also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and TMJ disorders. Our staff
speak English & Chinese. We believe your needs come first and are here to make your visit pleasant
and comfortable.
Keywords
Oral Surgeon,
Dental Implant,
Oral Surgery,
Wisdom Teeth,
Implant Surgeon,
3rd Molar,
Pulling Teeth,
Same Day Teeth Extractions,
All-on-4.
Dr. Wei Guo began his career in China after graduating from Tianjin Medical University. Following his Oral & Maxillofacial residency at Tianjin Dagang General Hospital he spent the next six years as the attending Physician.
In the spring of 1998, Dr. Guo moved to Cleveland Ohio to attend the highly respected Case Western Reserve University. His academic achievements include five years as a Senior Research Associate in both the Molecular and Cell Biology Program of Pathology Department and the Ophthalmology Department, resulting in numerous advancements in the field along with several publications. Dr. Guo graduated from Case Western Reserve with both his DMD and MD degrees. Upon completion of his Oral & Maxillofacial Residency, he moved his family to the Pacific Northwest and opened his practice in the Seattle area.
Dr. Guo is a leader in the field of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Dr. Guo has been recognized as a Seattle’s Top Dentist since he opened his practice.
Dr. Guo provides full scope Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery services with an emphasis on dental implants, bone grafting, dentoalveolar surgery, Orthognathic surgery and facial trauma.
He is on staff at Overlake Hospital, Northwest Hospital, and St. Francis Hospital.
Dr. Guo is passionate about dentistry. He greatly enjoys working with general dentists to achieve optimum results for patients.
Dr Guo and his wife Mindy have been happily married for over 25 years. They are the proud parents of one daughter, Aobo. After graduating from Yale, Aobo has moved back to the west coast accepting a job in her field. Although having three practice locations, Bellevue, Northgate and Federal Way keep him very busy, Dr. Guo cherishes his time with his family.
Dr. Christie grew up in the greater Seattle area. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Washington. Dr. Christie attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston where he obtained his DMD degree in 2008 with honors. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at John Stroger Hospital of Cook County in 2014. Prior to completing his OMFS Residency, he completed his general practice residency at Wyckoff Heights Hospital in Brooklynn in 2009, where he had the chance to work closely with medically complex patients and patients with special needs.
After completing his residency, Dr. Christie returned to the Northwest to work in private practice and raise his family. Dr. Christie is a proud father of three. When not at work Dr. Christie enjoys spending time with his family and spending time outdoors hiking.
Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything and can smile with confidence, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Third molars are commonly referred to as wisdom teeth. They are usually the last teeth to develop and are located in the back of your mouth, behind your second molars. Their development is usually completed between the middle teenage years and early twenties, a time traditionally associated with the onset of maturity and the attainment of wisdom.
Our practice can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there are present or future potential problems. Studies have shown that early evaluation and treatment result in a superior outcome for the patient. Patients are generally first evaluated in the mid-teenage years by their dentist, orthodontist, or by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Oral Pathology
The inside of the mouth is normally lined with a special type of skin (mucosa) that is smooth and coral pink in color. Any alteration in this appearance could be a warning sign for a pathological process. The most serious of these is oral cancer.
The following can be signs at the beginning of a pathological process or cancerous growth:
Reddish patches (erythroplasia) or whitish patches (leukoplakia) in the mouth
A sore that fails to heal and bleeds easily
A lump or thickening on the skin lining the inside of the mouth
Chronic sore throat or hoarseness and/or difficulty in chewing or swallowing
These changes can be detected on the lips, cheeks, palate, and gum tissue around the teeth, tongue, face, and/or neck. Pain does not always occur with pathology, and curiously, is not often associated with oral cancer. However, any patient with facial and/or oral pain without an obvious cause or reason may also be at risk for oral cancer.
We would recommend performing an oral cancer self-examination monthly. Remember that your mouth is one of your body’s most important warning systems. Do not ignore suspicious lumps or sores. Please contact us so we can assist you with any questions or concerns.
Implant Supported Overdenture
An Implant Supported Overdenture is a contemporary restoration that has revolutionized the way surgeons and dentists think of replacing a full set of teeth. Standard dentures are unsecured prostheses with inherent limitations. Most often, dentures are painful, inconvenient and unstable. Such dentures can make chewing foods difficult, limiting the foods that you once enjoyed. Modern dentistry can help with implant supported dentures.
The Implant Supported Overdenture treatment concept replaces your missing teeth with a full dental bridge supported by dental implants.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting can repair implant sites with inadequate bone structure due to previous extractions, gum disease, or injuries. The bone is either obtained from a tissue bank or your own bone is taken from the jaw, hip or tibia (below the knee).
Orthognathic Surgery (Jaw Surgery)
Orthognathic surgery is needed when the top and bottom jaws don’t meet correctly and/or teeth don’t adequately fit within the jaw. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics, and corrective jaw surgery repositions a misaligned jaw. This not only improves facial appearance but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly.
Tooth Extraction
A tooth extraction is a dental procedure where a tooth is removed from its socket in the bone. It's typically done for various reasons, such as severe decay, damage, or overcrowding. The process involves loosening the tooth in its socket and then carefully removing it.