Smile with Lingual Braces, Incognito, Invisalign, and SureSmile Braces at Riolo Orthodontics in Seattle, WA

I needed braces to fix some bite issues and having a very client facing job did not feel getting the braces on the outside of my teeth like I had when I was a kid was not a viable option. I am so glad I found Dr. Riolo's office when searching for lingual braces. I have now been a patient at Riolo longer than I should be -- but that is my fault and not theirs! I think Dr. Riolo cares more about my bite alignment than I do. He has gone above and beyond to keep me on track, and get me the best possible results. Everyone at the office is friendly, efficient, and helpful. Highly recommend!

DR. RIOLO TREATED MY TEETH LIKE THEY WERE HIS OWN, which honestly, I couldn’t appreciate more! Like, I swear, he put more care into my teeth than I do into my morning caffeine. His dedication to my smile went beyond what words can describe. He approached my teeth with the kind of care one might give to something they truly cherish—like a masterpiece they were perfecting, making sure no detail was overlooked. His constant reassurance and thoughtfulness made me feel like I wasn’t just another patient, but someone whose journey he was deeply invested in.

My journey started in the fall of 2017 when I was referred to Dr. Riolo by a colleague in Seattle, where I began my adventure with SmileRunners (clear retainers), which I continued until the end of 2019. Then, COVID hit us all in 2020, and just before it reached Washington in March, Dr. Riolo informed me that the clear retainers weren't working and suggested I get braces. My front two teeth were like two mafia bosses, each trying to rule their own territory—constantly fighting for control, causing chaos and tension. It was like watching two rival families trying to take over the same street. In May 2020, I became a "metal mouth" once again (just like high school)—except this time, the entire world was locked down, so no one could see me. Perfect timing, right?

I started visiting the Bellevue office, where Dr. Cousin was completing his residency. Slowly, he and Dr. Riolo began seeing me together. Every couple of months, I'd go in to get my bands changed and pick out fun colors for the season (red for Christmas, green for St. Paddy's Day, etc.). Fast forward to fall 2022, when my braces finally came off, and I was ecstatic! But life had other plans. I went back for a follow-up in spring 2023, and much to my surprise, I found myself back in braces (this time, just for the lower teeth). After many years of trial and error, both doctors worked tirelessly to figure out the root cause of my dental dilemma.

Thanks to the incredible efforts of Dr. Riolo and Dr. Cousin, I am finally out of braces and into retainers, for good! I can’t thank them enough for their patience, expertise, and unwavering care throughout this entire journey.

When I moved to a new location, Dr. Riolo made sure I was in great hands with Dr. Cousin, and I felt fully supported every step of the way. It’s been a long road, but I’m so grateful to them both. They made a sometimes frustrating process feel a lot easier and more manageable.

Thank you, Dr. Riolo, for always listening and making sure my smile—and confidence—were taken care of every step of the way. Your care, kindness, and unwavering attention to detail have made all the difference, and I will always be grateful. God Bless!

Very smooth experience and very grateful for the level of care I received for my first set of braces at 33 years old. Was informed of all my options and really appreciated the guidance and tips for the whole process. Getting the braces on was so smooth I think I fell asleep halfway through for a little bit.

I had a fantastic experience from start to finish with Chris and his team. The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive. They explained every step of the process clearly and made sure I felt comfortable throughout. The results exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend.

Riolo Orthodontics has been amazing. Being an adult with no dental insurance made it hard to find anyone to work with but that wasn't the case with Dr. Riolo. They are up front about treatment and didn't try to upsell me on procedures or things I did not need. They worked with my dentist the entire time and the office was clear in communicating and always responded quickly! I am in Redmond so I would visit their Bellevue office but I know that they have an office in Seattle that I could take the light rail to if needed. I want to thank Dr. Riolo and the entire team for their amazing work! I highly recommend Riolo Orthodontics to everyone in the Seattle and Eastside area that are looking at orthodontic work. I would especially suggest them to any adults that are looking at services like Invisalign and whose insurance most likely doesn't cover braces. Thanks again to Dr. Riolo and the entire team!!

I moved back to Seattle from out of state with having braces on for two years continuing a lengthy and involved treatment. I found Riolo Orthodontics through Google after talking with two other places that wouldn't accept treating me between dental insurers. Dr. Riolo's office got me in very quickly to set up an initial appointment and took me on while I was uninsured. My case was unique and involved working with my general dentist, multiple oral surgeons, and a periodontist. The office always communicated effectively and accommodated any changes whether in scheduling or insurance and even a broken bracket that was fixed immediately the next day. Dr. Riolo was always helpful and made it a point to work as a team with the other specialists about working out the best long term solution to deal with my missing teeth. I am very thankful I found them and am grateful they took on a new patient, especially when most other offices would not consider someone continuing treatment or without a form of dental insurance. I'd highly recommend Riolo Orthodontics, especially for other adults that need orthodontic care and might not have dental insurance or have dental insurance that does not cover braces over a certain age.

I must also point out that they have an office in Bellevue with free parking, making it easier if you are coming from the east side. Their office in downtown Seattle has a paid parking lot in the same building and is next to Pacific Place making it easy to take the metro bus or light rail to come in for an appointment.

Dr. Riolo is the best orthodontist and I highly recommend him. I went in as a 35 year old who had never had braces before. I didn’t want to have a mouth full of metal and the option to be able to have lingual braces behind my teeth was life changing. I had to have two years of corrective braces, but no one knew unless I would have told them. I absolutely love my smile and I have a lot of confidence with my teeth. My friends also noticed and went in as adults as well for the braces behind the teeth! I highly recommend making an appointment. He is the best.

Dr. Riolo and his team are nothing short of the best, and that’s exactly how I found them by searching through reviews to find the best and they did not disappoint. I had orthodontics throughout the pandemic and the team was always amazing, Dr. Riolo truly is an expert in his field. I receive constant compliments on my teeth and that is entirely largely due to the skill and dedication Dr. Riolo and his team put into their practice. If you are considering orthodontics in the Seattle area, I highly recommend Dr Riolo.

Chris Riolo and his staff are awesome. I had 3 other consultations until I found his office; his technology and advice is unbeatable. He made sure I went and got a periodontist's opinion before starting braces. His office is the only one that understood that I needed orthodontics for more than vanity reasons. The office was also able to get my insurance to respond with their end of the payment when other offices were causing issues. Dr. Riolo cares deeply about his patient's happiness and will work with you to make sure you get the results you need. I really appreciate everyone here and highly recommend, thank you.

Dr. Riolo and his team are very professional and welcoming. Dr. Riolo is also very funny and meticulous, and he was willing to work within my financial constraints. I would highly recommend Dr. Riolo for any orthodontic needs!

I highly recommend Dr. Riolo for orthodontic care. I transferred from an out-of-country provider who recommended Invisalign aligners. Dr. Riolo was thorough and knowledgeable, always ensuring that I understood each procedure. Dr. Riolo provided me with exceptional care. He and his staff are "patient-centric" and warm. Thank you for your kindness and professionalism.

Easy to work with - reasonable folks. And my son now has straight teeth! Highly recommend.

Dr. Riolo,
Is an amazing person first and foremost, he was always inviting and honest. I went to Dr. R. after three other orthos failed my teen son. He was always open and honest about charges, and goals. He maid my son feel comfortable and excited again about getting the braces off. They set a goal together for 6 months and both did their part to complete it. Dr. R. made sure we were equipped with all that is needed for my son to maintain great smile. I would recommend Dr. R. 10 times over. I don’t write reviews and it took me forever to get this one done, but it’s been on my mind when I see my son smile. Hope this helps you make the right decision and choose Dr. R. and his awesome team for your goals too.

Got lingual braces from this office and it was an excellent experience. Dr. Riolo runs a tight ship, and was very accommodating throughout the years.

I had a wonderful experience with Riolo Orthodontics as they helped fix long standing issues I had. I needed lingual braces which was new to me but couldn’t be happier I went that route. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing assistance with dental work. They have a great team and Dr. Riolo is very great at what he does!

Amazing service. One of my braces chain fell out and as I’m going through braces treatment overseas, I couldn’t approach my own orthodontist. I had to circle through many clinics, many of whom rejected me citing the need for appointment and lack of tools. However, Riolu Orthodontics not only fixed it for me immediately, they did so free of charge as well. Very impressive and accommodating service to a foreigner.

Dr. Riolo and his team have exceeded my expectations in delivering exceptional care throughout my treatment with lingual braces. Dr. Riolo took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options, ensuring I fully understood the benefits and potential drawbacks of each. Thanks to his expertise, my teeth now look amazing!

Furthermore, despite my demanding work schedule, Dr. Riolo's office consistently accommodated my needs by efficiently scheduling appointments and prioritizing urgent matters. The entire staff is not only friendly but also highly professional, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Without hesitation, I wholeheartedly recommend Riolo Orthodontics to anyone seeking top-notch orthodontic care.

Dr. Riolo and his team are amazing. I came to this team with a complicated case which required input from multiple specialists. I moved forward with using lingual braces. They were amazing. As an adult who spends a lot of time on camera for work, It was important for me to have low-detection style braces. Dr. Riolo really worked with me to help decide which type of braces make the most sense me. Truly, from the first appointment to when I had my braces removed, It was clear that my case was met with personalized attention and care. If you want dedicated care, highly qualified doctors running your treatment plan, modern and non-invasive technical tools, and friendly experts, then this is the place for you. Highly recommend Dr. Riolo for minimal or highly complex orthodontics needs.

Nothing but great things to say about Dr. Riolo and his staff. Had some minor work done and he was communicative and trustworthy all the way through the process. Thanks!

Dr. Riolo and his team are absolutely incredible! He is so knowledgable and patient, and makes sure you understand what's going on for every step along the way. The assistants are kind and welcoming, and are tremendously knowledgable as well. My confidence has skyrocketed because of my new smile and I cannot thank Dr. Riolo and his team enough!

I began my relationship with Dr Riolo and his team in 2021 following a necessary Bi-maxillary Osteotomy performed by my oral surgeon. My treatment was long and extensive including Lingual braces as well as Invisalign.
Dr Riolo and his team put me at ease and held my hand through my difficult recovery process and orthodontic journey.
From the front office to his orthodontic assistants I have always received great customer service and exceptional care. They also have a few locations which makes scheduling more flexible and accommodating.
Dr Riolo is thoughtful, meticulous, focused on perfect results and at the same time fun and friendly. He always took time to explain each step of treatment and why it was necessary. My treatment is almost finished and I will be recommending Dr Riolo and his team long after my treatment is over. My results exceeded my expectations and I am grateful for their care.

Doctor Riolo and his staff have been the most professional, patient, understanding and honest set of individuals I have ever encountered.

It all started when one of my friend’s recommended Dr. Riolo for his amazing skills as an Orthodontist.

When I first met up with Dr. Riolo, he took his time with explaining the whole process from A to Z about Lingual Braces. The quote he said that stood out for me was that “my teeth may not be perfect but they will look MUCH BETTER”. Considering how crooked my teeth were, the progress was as perfect as it could get.

Immediately along with his assistant Cali we created an action plan for my teeth. I got my teeth scanned and before I knew it I had Lingual Braces. Every couple weeks I had my adjustments and all of my concerns were promptly addressed.

Another example of how amazing Dr. Riolo is, one time I was on a jet ski and my bracket popped open. It was a Sunday morning and I texted Dr. Riolo about what had happened. He came on his day off on Sunday night and opened his practice just to fix my bracket. That incident showed me that Dr. Riolo truly cares for his patients and is a man of his word. Towards the end of my treatments I requested a few of my teeth to be reshaped and once again Dr. Riolo made it happen while making my teeth look exceptional. I always felt very understood.

As a healthcare worker myself I can honestly say that Dr. Riolo does an outstanding job and goes above and beyond at being a MASTER AT HIS CRAFT. He didn’t only forever change my smile but also my life.

A great experience as an older adult patient. I would give 10 stars if I could. Dr. Riolo is so very competent and knowledgeable, he watched over every step of my treatment and the staff was wonderful and very well trained. Highly recommend.

What a great experience! A few years ago I was searching for an orthodontist and made a great decision by going to Riolo. The staff is so friendly and pleasant, Dr. Riolo is absolutely wonderful and the office is modern with high tech and modern! I was very impressed. I highly recommend Dr. Riolo!

I rarely leave online reviews, but Dr. Riolo is a true 5 star experience. For all of you that got braces when you were little and need them again. Or those that don't want to deal with traditional braces in the middle of your career. Me too - and thank goodness I was referred to Riolo.

I did lingual braces and couldn't have had a better experience. Did you know Dr. Riolo is famous in the dental world for using cutting edge technology to make the braces experience faster/easier/cheaper? My neighbors who are dentists fangirled that I was getting his treatment plan.

You get used to them quickly and no one will know you have braces unless you tell them (truly, I had to actually tell people I had them when I was feeling self-conscious that they might have noticed).

Outside of just the dental experience Dr. Riolo is super warm & engaging, with a talented/kind/flexible staff, and a convenient/elegant office blocks from Amazon in SLU. Oh, and did I mention they have an amazing payment plan?

I can't think of a single bad thing to say. Go get your teeth fixed by Dr. Riolo. 😀