Dr. Steen
Dr. Christopher Steen, DDS, MD
Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Christopher
Steen, DDS, MD
Diplomate, American Board of
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
A Passion for Precision and Patient Care
Dr. Christopher Steen takes great joy in every aspect of oral and maxillofacial surgery. He believes that genuine patient care and the delivery of technically excellent surgery go hand in hand. His approach combines advanced surgical skill with compassion, ensuring patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout their treatment.
Education and Early Life
Born in Vienna, Austria, Dr. Steen spent his childhood across several parts of Central Europe before moving to the United States.
- High School: Fairfax High School, Fairfax, VA
- Undergraduate: Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA — B.S. in Biology
- Dental School: University of Washington School of Dentistry — Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.)
Training Through Dedication and Service
After earning his dental degree, Dr. Steen moved to New Orleans to complete an internship in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Louisiana State University (LSU)/Charity Hospital. During this time, he remained at Charity Hospital through Hurricane Katrina, caring for stranded patients and becoming the last oral surgeon to leave the hospital—on an airboat.
Dr. Steen continued his six-year residency at LSU, where his comprehensive training included:
- Medical education at Louisiana State University School of Medicine, earning his M.D.
- A general surgery/neurosurgery residency year
- Completion of his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency
Surgical Expertise and Special Interests
Dr. Steen’s advanced training allows him to perform a wide range of procedures with precision and artistry.
His areas of special interest include:
- Corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery)
- Dental implant rehabilitation
- Post-traumatic maxillofacial reconstruction
Dr. Steen is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and an active member of several professional and academic organizations, including:
- American Dental Association
- Washington State Dental Association
- Seattle King County Dental Society
- Washington State Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (Fellow)
- American Association of Anesthesiologists
- AO North America (AOCMF)
Educator and Lecturer
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Steen is passionate about education. He has taught students and residents at University of Washington and Swedish Medical Center. He has also lectured at continuing education programs for University of Washington, Horse Creek Study Club and Snohomish County Dental Hygiene Society.
Life in the Pacific Northwest
Dr. Steen and his wife are thrilled to call the Pacific Northwest home. They feel grateful to live and raise their family in a region they deeply love. In their free time, they enjoy running, cycling, and traveling together.
