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Christine Wu, DDS

General Dentistry

Dr. Christine Wu

Dr. Christine Wu

Education

Dr. Christine Wu graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Dr. Wu worked in a private dental practice in North Seattle before becoming a practice owner in Snoqualmie. She now works with her husband, Dr. Christopher Shyue. She has experiences working with patients from all ages and is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese. Her genuine and kind spirit is well-liked by both her current and previous patients.


Continuing Education

    • Certified Bioclear Provider
    • Graduate of the Clinical Implantology from A-Z Program

Volunteer and Service

    • Volunteer Dentist for Seattle King County Clinic since 2015
    • Admissions Interviewer for University of Washington School of Dentistry (2017-2019)

Faculty Positions

    • Affiliate Faculty in the Oral Medicine Department of the University of Washington School of Dentistry
    • Clinical Instructor for Clinical Implantology from A-Z Program

Professional Associations

    • Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
    • American Dental Association (ADA)
    • Washington State Dental Association (WSDA)
    • Seattle King County Dental Society (SKCDS)

Outside the Office

Dr. Wu is an avid sports fan as she enjoys watching and playing basketball, tennis, and swimming. Dr. Wu also appreciates the fine arts. She has been playing piano since she was 5 and also played clarinet and tenor saxophone during her school years. She loves to travel and would love to hear your memorable travel stories and/or recommendations on where she should visit next!





Christopher Shyue, DDS

General Dentistry

Dr. Christopher Shyue

Dr. Christopher Shyue

Education

Dr. Christopher Shyue is a Seattle native and a “triple” University of Washington (UW) Husky: he completed his dental education at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, received a double degree in Biology (Bachelor of Science) and Economics (Bachelor of Arts), and also attended several courses as a high school Running Start student.


Service and Recognition

Dr. Shyue is passionate about the positivity that dentistry brings, including increased confidence, improvements in overall health and quality of life. As a dental student, he volunteered extensively in providing care to patients in underserved communities. He received the Exemplary Service Award from UW School of Dentistry’s Office of Educational Partnerships and Diversity for his leadership and service. As a dentist, he continues to engage in community service regularly. Dr. Shyue has extensive experiences in community health settings. During dental school, he completed an externship with Indian Health Service at Blackfeet Community Hospital in Browning, Montana and a second externship with Community Health Care at Lakewood Family Dental Clinic in Lakewood, Washington. After dental school, Dr. Shyue worked as a general dentist at Columbia Valley Community Health in Wenatchee, Washington. Dr. Shyue feels extremely fortunate to be a part of these amazing organizations. Through these experiences, he learned important lessons in clinical proficiency, patient care, team building, and office management. He continues to advance his training and strive for excellence through various continuing education courses.

Dr. Shyue received several awards during his time at the UW School of Dentistry, including the Ozar-Hasegawa Dental Ethics Award sponsored by the American Society for Dental Ethics, the Dental Practice Administration Award, and the Academy of Dental Materials Award.


Outside the Office

Dr. Shyue spent a part of his childhood in Taiwan, where he became fluent in Mandarin (Chinese) and Taiwanese. In high school, he took two years of Japanese, but he is embarrassed to admit that he can hardly introduce himself in Japanese now. He also regrets not learning more Spanish when he worked at Columbia Valley Community Health, as more than half of his patients spoke Spanish. Outside of work, Dr. Shyue enjoys road cycling and trains for long-distance riding events, including Seattle to Portland (STP) and Ride from Seattle to Vancouver to Party (RSVP) with Cascade Cycling Club. He also loves traveling, learning about different cultures, and enjoying regional gastronomy.







Butul Nehala, DDS

General Dentistry

Dr. Butul

Dr. Butul Nehala

Dr. Nehala is a foreign-trained dentist who moved to the US and completed her dental education at the University of Washington. With a passion for delivering high-quality dental care, she creates a warm and welcoming environment for her patients.

Dr. Nehala offers a wide range of services, including preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. She is dedicated to developing personalized treatment plans that prioritize long-term oral health while fostering strong, trusting relationships with her patients.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Nehala is a proud mom to a toddler. She enjoys spending quality time baking with her little one and going on long walks, making the most of every moment with her family.







Junie

Junie

Junie

Office Manager

Junie has over 25 years of experience in the dental field, beginning her career as a dental assistant before transitioning to the front office. In her current role, she utilizes her extensive dental knowledge to assist patients with insurance-related questions and help them maximize their coverage. She values building long-term relationships with patients and strives to provide them with a positive and supportive experience.

Outside of work, Junie enjoys creative activities including painting, sewing, knitting, and crafting. She finds fulfillment in expressing herself through art and working on various handmade projects. In her free time, she prioritizes spending quality time with her family and friends.





Maria

Maria

Maria

Dental Assistant

Maria has been working as a dental assistant at Snoqualmie Ridge Family Dental since 2022. She is currently finishing up her prerequisites in hopes of becoming a dental hygienist in the future. Since 2024, she has also been volunteering for the Medical Teams International (MTI). Her hobbies include watching movies and reading.





Yulia

Yulia

Yulia

Dental Assistant

Yuliia is a person with incredible energy and a passion for learning new things. After moving from Ukraine in 2022, she embarked on a new chapter of her life and joined our team at the end of 2023. Although dentistry was a new field for her, Yuliia quickly adapted, showing dedication and a genuine interest in her work.

Previously, she worked for one of Ukraine’s leading football clubs, Shakhtar Donetsk, which speaks to her ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and easily connect with people. Communication is her strong suit, and it shines through in everything she does.

Outside of work, Yuliia enjoys spending time with her family. You can often find her by the ocean, where she loves walking, paddleboarding, and cycling while soaking in the fresh ocean breeze. Her energy, warmth, and eagerness to grow make her not only a valuable team member but also a pleasure to work and connect with.





Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

Front Office Team

Kaitlyn joined our team in the winter of 2023 and is excited to learn more about dentistry while getting to know our patients at the front desk. Growing up in North Bend, she developed a love for nature and animals and now shares her home with her two cats, Mimzy and Bobby. In her free time, she enjoys going to concerts, mini golfing, spending time with friends, and paddleboarding in the summer.







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