Meet Our Dentists

Dr. Yelena Chuvashova is a highly respected dentist in Issaquah, known for her compassionate, gentle, and minimally invasive approach to care. Originally from Russia, she moved to Washington in 2002 and later graduated with honors from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery and was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a distinction reserved for top graduates who demonstrate exceptional skill and integrity.

Dr. Yelena provides comprehensive family and cosmetic dental care at her private practice in Issaquah. She focuses on painless, technologically advanced dentistry and believes that great outcomes come from combining science, artistry, and genuine compassion. Patient education, preventive care, biocompatible materials, and naturally beautiful results are at the core of her philosophy.

A lifelong learner, Dr. Chuvashova continually advances her expertise through continuing education courses, dental seminars, and study clubs. She is passionate about minimally invasive techniques, implantology, and modern aesthetic dentistry.

Outside the office, Dr. Yelena enjoys time with her family and friends. She loves concerts, comedy shows, traveling, hiking, mountaineering, sailing, and yoga. She is also active in her community and dedicated to empowering women and supporting a sustainable, healthy planet.

If you’re looking for a warm, skilled, and trustworthy dentist in Issaquah, Dr. Yelena Chuvashova is committed to providing exceptional care for your healthiest smile.

Dr. Nidhi Vyas is a compassionate and detail-oriented dentist in Issaquah who is passionate about providing high-quality, minimally invasive dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. As an Issaquah resident herself, Dr. Vyas values building long-term relationships with local families and helping her community achieve healthy, confident smiles. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the prestigious University of the Pacific, where she developed a strong foundation in comprehensive, aesthetic, and patient-centered dentistry.

Dr. Vyas believes that excellent dentistry starts with trust, communication, and treating every patient with kindness and respect. Her practice philosophy combines a humanistic approach with clinical excellence, focusing on conservative treatment, long-term oral health, and naturally beautiful results. She is committed to using modern technology and evidence-based techniques to provide comfortable, efficient, and high-quality dental care for patients of all ages.

At Birch Dentistry, Dr. Vyas provides comprehensive family and cosmetic dentistry with an emphasis on minimally invasive care, preventive dentistry, aesthetics, and patient education. She enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visits and believes that personalized care leads to the best outcomes. Outside the office, Dr. Vyas enjoys long walks, cooking, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. Her warm personality and gentle approach help patients feel relaxed, heard, and genuinely cared for. If you are looking for a gentle, modern, and trustworthy dentist in Issaquah, Dr. Nidhi Vyas is excited to welcome new patients to Birch Dentistry and provide personalized care for the whole family.

Dr. Andrew Lee earned his Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University. At the conclusion of his dental school career, Dr. Lee was honored with the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Academy of Operative Dentistry, as nominated by faculty.

With a passion for intricate details, Dr. Lee seamlessly integrates advanced technology into his practice. He is dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in dentistry and continually enhances his skills through continuing education courses whenever possible. A strong advocate for patient care, Dr. Lee is committed to ensuring that his patients feel comfortable, heard, and treated like family.

In his free time, Dr. Lee enjoys leathercrafting, photography, and exploring hiking trails with his wife.