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Meet G. Lee Ostler DDS...
Dentist, Clinical Instructor, DreamMakeover Dentist

Dr. Ostler completed his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University in Provo, UT, and his dental training at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle. Since beginning dental practice, he has completed thousands of hours in continuing education, with an emphasis on complex dental reconstruction, TMJ / head, neck, and facial pain treatment, cosmetic dentistry, periodontal therapy, and dental sleep medicine. He has always been on the cutting edge of technology in dentistry. He has been a clinical instructor at the world renowned Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Education, where he has taught dentists from around the world new and advanced techniques in cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. His passion is to combine the art and science of modern dentistry with the comfortable personalized care people desire.

Dr. Ostler is the DreamMakeover Dentist of the Tri Cities. Click here to learn about this exciting promotion that has showcased his talents and has been the “talk of the town.”

Learn More about Dr. Ostler...

G. Lee Ostler D.D.S. is a 1983 graduate of the University of Washington School of Dentistry. Following three years as a clinic director with the Public Health Service he established a private practice in Richland Washington. He has focused his expertise towards cosmetic dentistry, dental reconstructions and “smile makeovers”, periodontal therapy, facial pain and headaches-TMJ therapy, neuromuscular dentistry, snoring/sleep apnea appliances, and general dentistry.

He is Fellow of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and has been a clinical instructor there teaching dentists from around the world the advanced techniques required for modern dentistry. He has also been a clinical instructor at the Baylor University and University of Kentucky Lexington post-graduate aesthetic dentistry continuums. These experiences working alongside the world’s most celebrated and accomplished cosmetic dentists, along with thousands of hours of continuing education, has uniquely prepared him to care for his patient’s.

Dr. Ostler is the first dentist in Southeast Washington highly trained and skilled in the combined disciplines of cosmetic dentistry, neuromuscular dentistry, and TMJ-headache and facial pain treatment. Dr. Ostler practices an aggressive state-of-the-art approach toward treating chronic gum diseases known to be linked with heart disease, diabetes and other common medical problems.

As the current standards-of-care evolve to mandate multi-disciplinary management of compromising medical conditions, Dr. Ostler has created strong alliances with, and works closely with area physicians to help elevate patient care to these new standards. Aside from dentistry, he has developed educational programs and lectures nationally to dentists and physicians teaching them how to create and build professional referral relationships.

Dr. Ostler is a member of Washington State and the American Dental Associations, the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation.

Utilizing the latest in science and technology, his treatment philosophy is pragmatic, straight-forward, and involves a multi-disciplinary approach. It represents a comprehensive and proactive approach to chronic periodontal disease, disorders of TMJ/TMD, dental occlusion, obstructive sleep apnea, headaches & facial pain, and cosmetic dentistry.

Meet Linda...
Office Manager & Treatment Coordinator

I have always loved coming to work. I am proud of Dr Ostler and the high quality dentistry he offers to our patients. I admire his expertise and continuing efforts to learn even more about the best methods and materials available.

We relocated to the Tri-Cities when my husband accepted a position here. Accepting employment with Dr Ostler opened up an exciting new profession to me. I enjoy seeing the results after extensive cosmetic or TMJ cases and knowing that our patients are so excited about their new smile and the treatment experience they had in our office.

I am originally from the Midwest – having lived most of my life in Iowa. GO HAWKEYES! I attended the University of Northern Iowa and previously worked as the Regional Credit Manager for a large multi-state company. We also lived in Pennsylvania for about six years where I was employed by a law firm. I have an extensive background in human resources as well as business management. I owned and operated my own photography studio for 17 years and still enjoy photography as a hobby.

Between my husband and I, we have six children and (soon) eight grandchildren living in Vermont, Iowa, and California. I enjoy my grandchildren, travel, reading, needlework, scrap booking, gardening and friends.

It is rewarding to work with so many wonderful patients. I enjoy the teamwork and the focus on total health and in knowing we are providing “the best there is” in dental care.

Meet Stacy...
Dental Hygienist

A Dental Hygienist by day and busy Mom by night. With a full house at home and very active kids ranging from elementary school to high school. My evenings and weekends are spent enjoying all that families have to offer. On the weekdays I find it refreshing to place myself in the relaxing environment of the dental office. I love being able to work individually with each of my patients creating a specialized plan of action and helping each of them obtain the best oral health.

Dr. Ostler’s office gives me a unique opportunity to offer specialized treatments for my patients. Not only with traditional hygiene care, but also more advanced care with laser techniques for gum tissue treatments and improved communications with medical doctors in relation to the oral systemic health connections. From work to home, I enjoy most, the variety my life brings to me!

 

Meet Kim...
Dental Assistant

I live life everyday, enjoying the small things that many people overlook. I enjoy coming home to the unconditional love of my family. I wear many hats in life; mother of 2, wife, daughter, sister and dental assistant.

I have also been blessed with a job that I enjoy and a boss that makes family a priority. I enjoy working with people and get satisfaction out of helping the people that come into our office on a daily basis. The people I meet and relationships I create make my job rewarding.

Seeing the work Dr. Ostler does first hand is amazing. It’s like watching a blank canvas come to life! The happiness patients get from his work is life changing for some. No two days are the same and I look forward to what every new day brings.

Each new patient to our office is like an extension to our family, and here we make family a priority!

Meet Judy...
Dental Assistant

A smile can brighten someone’s day or it can change a life. Working for Dr. Ostler for the last eight years have seen many life’s change. From the simplist filling to a full reconstruction Dr. Ostler puts the same amount of talent in both.

I have worked as a dental assistant for fifteen, while raising three daughters. Two of my daughters are now in college and the youngest, my husband and I follow around the Northwest watching her play volleyball. In my spare time I enjoy gardening, reading, boating, fishing, camping and spending time together as a family.

I have really enjoy working with my dental family and with Dr. Ostler . It is very rewarding to be apart of Dr. Ostler’s team to change lives one smile at a time.