Lana J Nysse, DDS, MSD
Orthodontist
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By Appointment Only
To schedule an appointment, call:
1-855-4DENTAL (1.855.433.6825) -
Willamette Dental - Pullman
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1646 S Grand Avenue, Pullman, WA 99163
Dr. Nysse’s Biography
Dr. Nysse was raised in Rochester, Minnesota. After her undergraduate studies, she worked as a research laboratory technician at Mayo Clinic before she attended dental school at the University of Colorado. She was awarded a full scholarship through the Air Force and went on to attend a 1-year general dentistry residency. She then worked as a general dentist in Korea and Germany. Dr. Nysse then decided to return to the University of Colorado to attend its orthodontic residency program where she received her certificate in orthodontics and Master of Science degree. She was the first in her class to receive American Board of Orthodontics Certification. It is her goal to give every patient the benefits of having a healthy and functional bite as well as a stunning smile. When she found Willamette Dental, she couldn’t pass the opportunity to work alongside an amazing team in an environment that felt like home.
Always up for an adventure, she’s known to spend weekends either biking, skiing, rock climbing, or hiking.
Education
- Dental School – University of Colorado Denver School of Dental Medicine
- Residency – 10th Medical Group SGFL USAF Academy – Advanced Education in General Dentistry 12 Months
- University of Colorado Denver School of Dental Medicine – Orthodontics
- Professional School – University of Colorado Denver School of Dental Medicine
Certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics
Professional Associations
- Air Force Reserves Dental Officer
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
Specialty Training
- Cultural Sensitivity Training
Languages Spoken
- English
Patient Experience Survey Results
Our patient rating scores represent an average of all responses from actual Willamette Dental patients randomly surveyed by nationally-recognized patient experience firm, NRC Health.
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our NRC Health Patient Experience Survey. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Nov 20, 2025
Dr Nysse and her team are the best! So patient and kind.
Nov 7, 2025
Every time we have gone to Willamette we have been very happy with everything.
Oct 25, 2025
I love the Ortho team. They are very professional and fun. They seem to work really well together and Dr. Nysse is amazing!
Oct 25, 2025
Great experience.
Oct 23, 2025
They were so amazing.
Sep 20, 2025
Love my orthodontist, the team is very friendly. Good quality care all around!
Sep 13, 2025
I love the ortho team! They are all so excellent!
Sep 12, 2025
Dr. Nysse was incredibly helpful with discussing my treatment plan and answering all my questions. Very friendly and professional. Would recommend her to anyone with orthodontic needs.
Aug 30, 2025
Dr. NYSSE and staff are always kind and helpful.
Aug 28, 2025
What a great team!!
Aug 21, 2025
Dr Nysse has such great chair side manner! The whole team was great. Kelly was so patient and thorough while explaining how to properly use all the dental cleaning tools.
Aug 18, 2025
Dr Nysse and the ortho girls were all great!
Aug 17, 2025
Very brief visit. Felt that the provider dissed my job a little. But I don't think she meant any harm by it.
Aug 16, 2025
We love our ortho team!! They make you feel comfortable and answer any questions we have. They take the time to get to know you!
Aug 9, 2025
Dr. Nysse is an outstanding orthodontist. She goes above and beyond to explain treatment plans and discuss next steps, making sure you feel informed and comfortable. She truly connects with her patients and works seamlessly with her team. Kelly was also an absolute joy to work with. We look forward to our orthodontic appointments and are extremely happy with the care we've received. Please never leave Pullman.
Aug 8, 2025
Love this office and team!
Jul 19, 2025
The orthodontic team is amazing. Vern is great to communicate with, all the assistant's are amazing and the doctor is great with my kiddos. We love the whole experience!
Jun 20, 2025
The orthodontic team is amazing!!
Jun 13, 2025
My family loves willamette! There is not one staff member that hasn't shown my son exceptional care. Especially vern and trista!!
May 24, 2025
We love everyone at Willamette dental in Spokane valley!
May 24, 2025
The lab work that is being provided has proven to be very poor
May 23, 2025
Awesome job all the way around
May 22, 2025
Last Orthodontist appt check. We were in and out in just a few minutes even being 5 min late due to traffic
May 3, 2025
Dr Nysse did not come into the room at all at this apt it was a short visit for retainers only.
May 2, 2025
Lana and her team are amazing!
Apr 27, 2025
The staff were amazing!!! They took time to explain the process and answer any questions we had. They were professional and very friendly. They took the time to show my daughter how to care for braces's.
Apr 14, 2025
Made my daughter comfortable and were quick and efficient. Good braces experience
Mar 8, 2025
Yes, very good!
Mar 2, 2025
Dr. Nysse and Trista are an amazing team. Thank you for taking the time to connect with my child.
Feb 6, 2025
Reception and ortho team are the best. Always going above and beyond. They're always friendly and professional!
Jan 25, 2025
I've had a wonderful experience so far.
Jan 25, 2025
The dentist was AMAZING!!! The assistant was not. She was short with me. My son said she would not listen to him when she kept poking him with the tool when taking off and putting on the bands. She was not telling him what she was doing. We would like not to have her ever again.
Jan 21, 2025
New doctor is super nice and professional Thank you
Jan 11, 2025
We always have such a great experience there at Willamette Dental - everyone is very friendly and kind, does a great job explaining things and checking in during procedures. My daughter has had the best experience with braces there.
Dec 26, 2024
We very much appreciate our ortho team!!
Dec 15, 2024
My daughter's teeth are looking really good. Thank you to the whole Yakima team they were very friendly and helpful. They showed great team work and worked effectively. Willamette is blessed to have good workers.
Dec 15, 2024
I always have a great experience at every appointment Awesome office
Dec 15, 2024
Everyone was very pleasant to speak with.