Our Orthodontists
Dr. Joanna Forbes, DMD
Dr. Joanna Forbes’ lifelong passion for orthodontics began with her own orthodontic treatment during her youth in Venezuela. She studied at the University of Saint Thomas in Colombia, where she achieved her graduate degree in dentistry and a post-graduate degree in orthodontics. Dr. Forbes then settled in Quebec and worked toward obtaining her certification for practicing in Canada. With a desire to further advance her skills, Dr. Forbes attended the International Dental Degree Program at the University of Manitoba.
“My life’s mission is to make people smile, whether it be in my dental chair or in my everyday life. As an orthodontist, I am dedicated to transforming lives by crafting beautiful smiles and providing the health and confidence that individuals desire. I consider it my honor and a blessing to be able to be a part of people’s smile journey.”
She subsequently completed a two-year orthodontic fellowship at her alma mater, the University of Manitoba, where she took on the role of course coordinator for the fourth-year undergraduate dental students and served as a part-time instructor in the Graduate Orthodontic department.
In her personal life, Dr. Forbes enjoys playing tennis and carries on her family’s cherished tradition of crafting novelty cakes from scratch, utilizing the techniques her mother and grandmother passed down to her.
Professional Details
- Post-Graduate Orthodontic Speciality: University of Saint Thomas, Colombia
- Residency and Orthodontic Specialty: University of Manitoba, Canada
- Orthodontic Fellowship: University of Manitoba, Canada
- Member: American Association of Orthodontics
- Invisalign® Preferred Provider Preferred Provider in Mill Creek and Mukilteo, WA