Wendy Spektor, DDS
General & Cosmetic dentistry
A native of Bellevue, WA, Dr. Wendy Shultz Spektor graduated with honors from the University of Texas in Austin, and received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. A skilled Bellevue cosmetic dentist, Dr. Spektor is renowned for dental artistry with long-lasting restorative value. She creates natural-looking smiles that enhance each person’s unique appearance. Dr. Wendy Spektor founded Spektor Dental to provide exceptional dentistry and genuine, attentive care. She believes in building lifelong patient relationships – and four generations of families now trust their care to Spektor Dental!
Dr. Wendy Spektor has been consistently named as one of the greater Seattle area’s 425 Best Dentists and/or Best Cosmetic Dentists. She is recognized by her peers year after year as a Seattle Met Top Dentist. She provides highly skilled general and cosmetic dentistry and further enhances smiles with non-surgical cosmetic injectable treatments. Dr. Spektor pursues advanced training in dental techniques and cosmetic services and remains on the leading edge of her field. Above all, she is truly passionate about her patients and takes a personal interest in their overall health and wellness.
Dr. Spektor’s passion for dentistry and dental advocacy has taken her around the world. She is an active member and past president of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity. She also lectures on the business of dentistry, dental marketing and dental techniques throughout the US and abroad.
- American Dental Association
- Washington Dental Association
- Seattle King County Dental Society
- Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity
- Pierre Fauchard Academy
Molly McIntosh, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Molly McIntosh is a Seattle native and Northwest enthusiast who joined the Spektor Dental team in 2014. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Washington State University and the University of Washington School of Dentistry. She completed her advanced education in general dentistry (AEGD) at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System in San Antonio. This residency included certifications in Invisalign, IV sedation, and implant surgery.
Dr. McIntosh believes it is an absolute privilege to be a healthcare provider and loves being a dentist. She finds that dentistry creates consistent, trustworthy and meaningful relationships. She is passionate about continuing education and believes all doctors have a responsibility to stay up to date on research and education in medicine. Dr. McIntosh stays active in the dental community and is a member of many professional study clubs, logging well over 500 continuing education hours.
Away from work, Dr. McIntosh enjoys traveling, being active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. She is a loyal and passionate Seattle sports fan.
- American Dental Association
- Washington State Dental Association
- Seattle King County Dental Society
- Frank Spear Study Club
Ya-Wei Chen, DDS
Periodontist
Dr. Ya-Wei Chen is a dual-trained surgeon with specialty periodontics trained at University of Pennsylvania and specialty oral maxillofacial surgery trained at Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan.
Dr. Chen obtained her DDS from National Yang-Ming University in Taipei at the top of the class. After that, she completed 5 years of oral and maxillofacial surgery residency and earned the Diplomate of the Taiwanese Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She was then promoted to attending oral maxillofacial surgeon and treated patients in the hospital.
Practicing in Taiwan prior, Dr. Chen has years of clinical experience on major maxillofacial surgeries such as trauma (jawbone fracture), orthognathic surgery, and benign and malignant tumors of the oral cavity. At that time, she also served as an assistant professor at her alma mater, contributed extensively to oral cancer research, and received a PhD degree in clinical medicine.
In 2018, Dr. Chen moved to the US. To continue her career in the US, she attended the University of Pennsylvania for a 3-year periodontics and implant specialty training and learned in-depth knowledge and techniques in gum and dental implant surgeries, as well as digital dentistry. After graduation, she earned a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and moved to the PNW region.
Dr. Chen always places patient safety and comfort as her top priorities. Her goal is to provide the best quality of results and care for patients who need oral surgeries.