“I absolutely love being an orthodontist and feel very fortunate to be a part of this amazing team. Creating beautiful smiles and lasting relationships with my patients is the most rewarding part of my career. To this day, I remember the excellent orthodontic care I received as a child and strive to create that same positive and enjoyable experience for all my patients and their families.” – Dr. Lauren

Education & Continuing Education
Dr. Lauren attended college at the University of Southern California, where she earned degrees in both Biological Sciences and East Asian Languages and Cultures. Her love for dentistry was inspired by her father at a very young age. She attended dental school at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where she graduated with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Pursuing her childhood dream of becoming an orthodontist, Dr. Lauren earned her Master of Science in Dentistry and Certificate of Orthodontics from the University of Washington. She is now a Board-Certified Orthodontist.
Lauren Todoki, DDS, MSD

Dr. Lauren is originally from Honolulu, Hawaii and is excited to be practicing in the greater Seattle area after completing her orthodontic residency at the University of Washington. In her free time, Dr. Lauren can be found outdoors running or hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter. She has a passion for baking and cooking, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Professional Background
- She comes from a family of dentists – father (Oral surgeon in Hawaii), younger sister is a general dentist
- American Board of Orthodontics Diplomate
- American Association of Orthodontics
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics
- Washington State Association of Orthodontics
- American Dental Association

Meet Doctor Jack
Dr. Jack Hou attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. He completed dental school, graduating with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he was also inducted into the Omega Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society. Find Out More

Meet Doctor Kortne
Dr. Kortne Frederick Hou completed her undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in General Biology while working as a barista and skiing for the U of M ski team. Find Out More
- Renton Highlands Office
451 Duvall Ave. NE
Suite 230
Renton, WA 98059Phone: (425) 430-8844
Fax: (425) 430-8845 - Southcenter Office
411 Strander Blvd.
Suite 102
Tukwila, WA 98188Phone: (206) 575-1194
Fax: (206) 575-3194 - West Seattle Office
2617 California Ave. SW
Seattle, WA 98116Phone: (206) 935-2414
Fax: (206) 935-8701
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Renton Highlands Office
451 Duvall Ave. NE
Suite 230
Renton, WA 98059Phone: (425) 430-8844
Fax: (425) 430-8845 -
Southcenter Office
411 Strander Blvd.
Suite 102
Tukwila, WA 98188Phone: (206) 575-1194
Fax: (206) 575-3194 -
West Seattle Office
2617 California Ave. SW
Seattle, WA 98116Phone: (206) 935-2414
Fax: (206) 935-8701