Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry concerned with the alignment of teeth and to improve appearance.
Orthodontics is devoted to building beautiful smiles by bringing teeth, lips, and jaws into proper alignment. Straight teeth function better, are easier to clean, and are more likely to last your lifetime.
Although patients of any age can benefit from orthodontic braces, they tend to work much quicker on pre-teens and teenagers since they are still experiencing jaw growth. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that children should first see an orthodontist around the age of seven years-old. An orthodontic examination may be beneficial before age seven if facial or oral irregularities are noted.
Today, an increasing number of adults are choosing to wear clear braces to straighten their teeth and correct malocclusions (bad bites).
Clear braces are a great alternative to metal braces. They are less noticeable than metal braces and are perfect for teens and adults who don't want metal to mar their smiles.
Clear braces are the same size and shape as metal braces, except that they have tooth-colored or clear brackets that blend in to teeth. Some even use tooth-colored wires to be even less noticeable.
Poorly aligned teeth often cause problems speaking, biting and chewing. Most irregularities are genetic or occur as a result of developmental issues. Conversely, some irregularities are acquired or greatly exacerbated by certain habits and behaviors such as:
Orthodontic braces, clear and metal braces are predictable, versatile and incredibly successful at realigning the teeth. Braces work in the same way regardless of the age of the patient, but the treatment time is greatly reduced in patients who are still experiencing jaw growth and have not been affected by gum disease. In short, an adult can experience the same beautiful end results as a teenager, but treatment often takes longer.
Braces consist of bands, wires and/or brackets. Bands are fixed around the teeth or tooth and used as anchors for the appliance, while brackets are bonded to the front of the tooth. Arch wires are passed through the brackets and attached to the bands. Tightening the arch wire puts tension on the teeth, gradually moving them to their proper position. Braces are usually adjusted monthly to bring about the desired results, which may be achieved within a few months to a few years. Today's braces are smaller, lighter and show far less metal than in the past.
We usually recommend braces to improve the patient's:
When children and teenagers are treated, we plan the final outcome to be one of great stability. Many of our patients undergo treatment without the need of extractions, providing a beautiful smile, versus one that is collapsed as seen in treatments done in past decades. This allows for their jaw to have great balance and avoids locking of their jaw. This, in the long run, avoids the occurrence of TMJ problems.
Orthodontics can do so much more that just straighten your teeth. It can help in the treatment of headaches and TMJ problems. Both of these are mainly due to bite irregularities and severe wear, causing many of the muscles of the head to overwork themselves. The consequence is the onset of headache symptoms. Many patients contact us as a last resort to address their problems. As the patient’s bite is reorganized into the right position, muscle strain is alleviated, therefore correcting the source of the headaches.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our office if your are considering braces.
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Quick and thorough device. Very friendly professionals. Best dentist I've had since I was a kid.
Wonderful experience. Staff was knowledgeable and knew their jobs. Always friendly and never seemed to mind chatting with me. Will recommend to anyone
They are the best I wouldn't let no one else touch my mouth she is a very great dentist amazing work love my new smile thanks Dr.Lia Gallo
They help me with my toothache it's so very clean loved the dentist so amazing and helpful the people up front we so very nice I have finally found an awesome dentist office you all are awesome thank you all
They do a good job. The stuff is very friendly. They give you good advice on your teeth.
Dr. Gallo & her staff are wonderful! They genuinely care for their patients oral health & comfort. We couldn’t be happier with Dr. Gallo!
Started going to GDC smiles and I absolutely love them. Dr Cruz is the best and makes me feel at ease. Very gentle And caring . Highly recommend them !!
Was in so much pain I couldn’t eat or drink comfortably, I am so thankful for GDCsmiles so efficient and sincere office is clean and doesn’t smell like a dentist office ! Staff is very patient and communication is great with Dr Galo and the staff, so friendly they treat you like family!!!
Everyone is always willing to help in any possible. All staff members are extremely passionate and caring about what they do. The office is always clean and comfortable. This is the best group I've been to.
Had a great experience today! Very friendly staff! Very patient and explained everything I needed to know! No pressure on additional treatment I needed! Will come again! Great prices as well! Also, they are bilingual which is a plus for my family!
So professional every time I go, the staff is super sweet and amazing as well as Dr. Cruz.
I broke my front tooth roller skating when I was a pre-teen. I had it filled over the years several times and eventually got a crown put on in my early twenties. I walked around with that ugly front tooth for years, very aware of it and barely cracking a smile or covering my mouth to laugh.
Last year Dr. Gallo pushed me to change it out and not only that, crown the one next to it. She also insisted that I have gum elongation surgery to make my gums match and make the two front teeth more attractive. I fought her 'tooth and nail' (no pun intended) on this, thinking it was excessive and unnecessary. I finally GAVE IN and had all of it done. All I can say is that it CHANGED MY LIFE. I've never felt more beautiful, and don't even recognize myself in pictures sometimes. I seriously had NO pictures in High School and barely any in my twenties because of my ugly tooth.
Thank you, Dr. Gallo for your creative genius and for being willing to push patients like me to go beyond and really create a winning smile.
I highly recommend Dr. Gallo to everyone I meet.
Wonderful experience from beginning to end. Patricia has amazing bed side manners and walks you through each step and offers comfort on an ongoing basis. Front end staff were very professional and courteous. Highly recommend this spot!
Dr. Gallo Gave me back the smile I used to have and I couldn't be more grateful. Her work is impeccable and the staff are so friendly. They really care. I recommend GDC Smiles to all my friends.
The newly renovated office looks amazing! All the staff I encountered were very sweet and super helpful from beginning to end. Dr. Gallo is an expert at what she does and does not settle for anything less than perfect.
The staff is warm, inviting, and knowledgeable. The office is gorgeous!! Dr. Gallo eased any nerves that I might have had, and did beautiful work on my teeth. Now my smile on the outside matches my smile on the inside!
The best dentist you could ever find in your search. No anesthesia, no pain medicine needed. She treats you as if you were her own born children. The best dentist you could ever find in your search. No anesthesia, no pain medicine, deeded. She treats you as if you were her own born children. A mother of dentistry, and THE BEST you can find. A master at her craft, she is surely an aficionado at all that she does, I will drive 70+ miles to see her with no regret for the smile she has given me. Truly, a diamond in the rough, who is blessed with remarkable grace and precision. I would recommend Dr. Gallo to those who are ready to. Change their lives, and become their true selves!!
Excellent dental care, the best service I have gotten from a dental clinic. The staff is very professional, the dentist is compassionate and kind. Have been there twice and highly recommend it to friends and family.
I pick Dr. Gallo because her prices were good. I live 45 minutes away but decide to go anyway. I am so happy I did, it took several months to get all that I was having done and all I can say is Dr Gallo and her team is the BEST! I will always drive the 45 minutes to go there. I would recommend everyone to her!!!
Patricia was my hygienist. She was amazing. Very thorough. She explained what she was doing in a way that I can understand and in ways that had not been explained to me by my previous hygienist of 10 years. She knows her stuff. 🙂 They also take in depth xrays of your teeth and roots to compare them in the future. Very impressive. Office was nice and quiet. Not overbooked. Receptionist is very thorough in her job as well. She was very friendly.
The best dental experience I’ve ever had! I had a front tooth that was discolored and came here to get a crown. When I had the crown done, every attention to detail and precision was made. I will never go anywhere else for my cosmetic dentistry needs.
Great dentist! From the time I first went, they made a solid plan of what I needed to be done and accomplished that flawlessly! Very professional, and caring, I highly recommend this place to everyone!
We've been treated by Gallo Dental for over 6 years and can't be happier with their service and professionalism. Dr. Gallo, her team, and her dental practice facility are top-notch. My best recommendation to them!
I want to thank Dr Gallo and her very attentive staff. They are always there for you even in the worst of times. I had another dentist close their doors during a very extensive procedure. Dr.Gallo picked up the pieces and made a bad experience a good one. My smile has never been as beautiful as it is now!!!
Amazing service, always flexible and accommodating to my needs when they are able to do so. Not many people enjoy the dentist, but this place leaves you wanting to come back again! Bilingual staff is always ready to help and have the best attitude. You will leave there with a smile!
I love coming to GDC! Dr. Gallo is the best dentist that I have ever been to. I have "ALOT" of tooth sensitivity, and it can be very over whelming to other dentist that I have seen in the past. Dr. Gallo takes her time with me and makes sure that I am not in any pain. I highly recommend making an appointment here.
Dr. Gallo came recommended by a friend, I was very pleased from the beginning with the front desk staff, they are courteous and professional, Dr. Gallo is very pleasant and easy to talk to, the office is very modern and comfortable, and I DID NOT feel like someone was pushing unnecessary services or products on me!
My treatment plan is simple and affordable and gives me peace of mind.
As a consumer, i will recommend this practice to others!
Incredible!!!!!!! Dr. Gallo is the best dentist I've ever been to. She has complete control and confidence while you are in her chair, which makes you comfortable. And her work is beautiful, I can't stop smiling. Her assistants and office staff reflect her and are amazing as well. God has truly blessed Dr. Gallo with this talent, and I am blessed to have her as my dentist.
Dr. Gallo is the most professional and caring dentist I've ever had. The "chair" at any dentist office can be scary and intimidating, but him and his entire staff makes sure I am comfortable physically and emotionally with every session. He asks me about my life, my family, and work, we even talk sports. I not only consider Dr. Gallo my forever dentist, but a friend.
Everyone at GDC Smiles cares about the patient! You are greeted as you enter the door. The staff up front is glad to see you, they ask about my husband, just a friendly environment. There is no long wait. Dr. Cruz is amazing; does excellent work, is very personable and very caring.
I have been going to this dental office for a couple of years now. I used to be one of those big 32-year-old babies when I wanked through the front door at the dentist, but the staff here makes it painless. I’ve had fillings done by both doctors and after the numbing agents wore off both times, I was pain free. The filling I had done at my previous dentist left me feeling able to eat pudding for two days, and that’s it. The dentists and hygienists here are the absolute best. They are so gentle and if you feel the slightest pain, they’ll stop until you’re ready to move forward again. You’re in their chair, but it’s like they’re on your time. And they have Saturday hours!! Tell me what other dentist office you’ll find that at?? I can’t say enough good things about them. If you choose to go here, you’ve made a super wise decision.
My husband and I have been coming to GDC Smiles for almost 3 years now! We love the staff and how we are greeted by name every time we walk in. Dr. G is super nice and helpful. He is always looking for ways to better his patient! Thank you!!
Priscilla and the girls up front are just the sweetest!
After neglecting my teeth for 8 years, they were in horrible condition and I was very self conscious when I had my first appointment with Dr. Gallo and her staff. She reassured me after the initial exam that although my teeth had experienced significant deterioration that she would be able to restore them and I could smile proudly again. Dr. Gallo was as good as her word; she repaired everything from cavities to broken crowns, and installed a bridge to cover the gap from an extracted molar. Kudos to GDC Smiles and their excellent patient care, the staff always goes the extra mile to achieve the highest satisfaction with the people they serve.
The office is really nice, it’s clean and everything looks good, it’s smells great!! It doesn’t smell like a dental office. The Drs. Are very nice and friendly, Dr. Gallo is very nice. My experience with Dr. Cruz was amazing, he explained everything, and He works really good I didn’t even felt the anesthesia which is amazing !!! Thanks GDC group. I truly recommend this office.
Today was my first appointment for a tooth that was bothering me and causing my head to hurt on the right side like sinus pressure. The dentist fixed the problem and I felt a relief immediately!! I recommend this office to anyone. I can’t wait until my future appointments.
Dr. Gallo is by far the best dentist I have ever had the pleasure of seeing! She has such an attentive, caring staff and the office environment is very inviting. The level of care of I have received from Dr. Gallo has been nothing short of exceptional! I would highly recommend her to anyone in search of a family dentist!
Dr. Gallo, has a clear attention to detail and care for her patients and her staff is exceptionally friendly and professional. I may not enjoy going to the dentist but I can certainly appreciate when a Dr. takes her profession seriously. I was recommended this office by a friend and will continue to pass on the good advice.
By far the best experience I have ever had in a dental office. The front desk provides excellent customer service, they are friendly, professional and very efficient. My hygienist was very detailed, and you can tell she truly cares about her patients. I saw Dr. Cruz at my most recent visit, and Dr. Gallo definitely made the right decision in adding him to the team. I am confident this entire office is dedicated to providing me the best care possible.
The staff here is excellent and always friendly and professional. They always make me feel at ease, no matter if I am getting major work done or just a routine cleaning. I used to hate going to the dentist and I always hated getting shots because they hurt so bad, but here at GDC Smiles, I can say it is almost pain free. Also, I never have to wait that long once I arrive for my appointments, they always know who you are as soon as you walk in the door. I highly recommend this dentist office to anyone.
Highly recommend. Have had bad experiences with other dentists and am so happy I found this place. Amazing staff! So helpful, make you feel very comfortable, I've had a fair amount of work done this year and each visit has been a pleasure
Over the last year, I have been under the care of Dr. Gallo and the rest of her very courteous staff. In that time, the office has expanded and transformed into an inviting and comfortable environment if you have to wait on a loved one. The office staff recognize and greet you by name upon entering.
I can't say enough about the experiences I have had in her office. Dr. Gallo has a very direct bedside manner, and is informative about the treatment options and the reasoning behind her recommendations. Olivia, her hygienist, has a warm, positive and welcoming attitude. Both of these women have such wonderful personalities, it's a shame you have their hands in your mouth and can't just talk to them throughout your visit.
Unfortunately, I am moving and unable to convince them to move with me. They have set the bar very high for the next dental group I use. I will miss them.
If I could give a million stars, I definitely would!! Dr. Cruz was so gentle doing my extractions, it was a few. He made sure I was comfy during my procedure. The whole office is very sweet! I can officially smile a beautiful smile thanks to them!
If I could give a million stars, I definitely would!! Dr. Cruz was so gentle doing my extractions, it was a few. He made sure I was comfy during my procedure. The whole office is very sweet! I can officially smile a beautiful smile thanks to them!
Moved to Flowery Branch in July 2020 and promptly broke a tooth. All the other dentists I called didn't even want to see me for at least 3 months, but GDC took me in, first stabilizing the tooth, then putting on a temp and finally the permanent crown. Since then, they have become my regular dentist, and I have already referred two other people to GDC. Fantastic care, fantastic staff. They have a regular patient for life.
Best place ever as far as I'm concerned for dental care. You won't go wrong at G D C smiles
I have been a patient for a long time. I keep coming back because the environment is so nice, the people are wonderful, very professional and caring. Dr Gallo is a wonderful dentist and one that I will never want to leave. She does such a good job period, and Dr Cruz is outstanding as well. If you have dental needs, give them a call, you won't be sorry you did!
I love GDC Smiles. The staff is very professional. Dr. Cruz is very detail oriented and gentle, not in a rush to get you out the door. The hygienists and the young ladies who work the front desk are super sweet. They always take time to have a conversation with me. The fact that they can recognize me and who my family members are just by seeing our faces is a huge plus to me.
This dental office is fantastic. From the hygienist to the assistants to the front office staff, you couldn’t ask for a better group. They’re all super friendly and personable, it feels like you’ve known them your whole life. I feel safe going there even during a global pandemic. 10/10 would recommend.
I haven't been to the dentist in 20 years because of traumatizing experiences as a kid. I told the dental assistant about this, both she and the Dr. listened and made my tooth extraction painless. That is the first time I've never felt pain from dental work in my life, there was a little pain from the 1st novicane injection, but that's to be expected. I would passionately recommend this office. Great price for above and beyond work! Thank you so much for understanding my anxiety about going to the dentist and easing it!
We love GDC Smiles! My family and I Have been going to this practice for several years and our experience have been excellent. The staff and dentists conduct all practices with great excellence and are so very kind and welcoming. My son began seeing my son at 3 years old. They have been so great with him from the beginning. He is now 6, and always looks forward to going to the dentist! I highly recommend GDC smiles for the whole family. Thank you, GDC Smiles!!
I visit this place a lot and the staff is friendly. I am on the autism spectrum and I have a lot of difficulty with the dentist, especially because there is so many stimuli, and I’m not a fan of the tools. But they have made me feel comfortable, and it is tolerable. Dr. Cruz is very quick and skilled. The hygienists and dental assistants are also very kind and do the best to prepare me for what will happen next. It’s the first time I didn’t have a moment in a dentist’s office, and I am very grateful.
I typically don't write reviews, but office staff was phenomenal and it's such a clean place. All the girls make you feel welcome and have a smile on their faces.
GDC is a wonderful dental office. They make you feel at home, yet at the same time serve with great professionalism, excellence and great care. My son has grown up going there, since he was 2, and loves it. They have been so good with him over the years. My family and I love GDC SMILES and highly recommend their practice to people of all ages.
I’m scared of the dentist-like deeply afraid due to dental trauma in my teenage years. They’re all so nice here and do everything they can to keep you calm and reduce pain.
Best place. I have a terrible anxiety, but they made me feel comfortable, and I didn’t feel no pain at ALL. Dr Cruz, the best. Awesome Dr. 100% recommended.
GDC smiles is a great office, everyone you meet is so kind & helpful. Finding a dentist office where my son feels safe & comfortable was so important & GDC smiles is just that! I recommend this office for everyone, no matter what the age!
I have been a patient with this group for five years, and I have never found a greater group of people. Dr. Gallo is the utmost of professionals. I have had extensive work and enjoyed getting to know the staff. Now I enjoy a dramatically changed life and appearance due to their dedication. Love This Place! I recommend anyone to visit this business and just experience a new level of care & comfort.
Always friendly, professional and helpful! Awesome
I am not a fan of the dentist, however I am very comfortable here. The staff is friendly and polite. The officer is very modern very state-of-the-art equipment the dentist and dental hygienist very professional.
One of the best dental visits I have ever had. The whole visit seemed to flow perfectly. The office is very clean and welcoming. All the office staff were very friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. You can tell Dr. Gallo takes her work very seriously. She will explain to you in detail your dental needs, so you know exactly what needs to be done and why. Overall wonderful experience!
Dr Gallo is the best Dentist ever !! Love her staff. I went to her office with several issues and like most people afraid of the dentist. She was amazing, from my first visit I felt so at ease when I left I knew she was the dentist for me. She's very professional and friendly. She goes above and beyond to make sure you have a beautiful smile. I hope she knows the impact she's had on my life. To be comfortable and confident with your smile is life changing. Going to her office is like visiting a friend to me. She and her assistant both are truly genuine ppl. Thank you so much for seeing me through all the work I needed. Carrie Whitt.
5 stars
Truly blessed with talent. Best dentist in the world!!!
The experience was wonderful and very professional.👌
Dr. Gallo is the most professional and caring dentist I've ever had. The "chair" at any dentist office can be scary and intimidating, but him and his entire staff makes sure I am comfortable physically and emotionally with every session. He asks me about my life, my family, and work, we even talk sports. I not only consider Dr. Gallo my forever dentist, but a friend. Thank you, GDC Smiles!!
I love Dr. Gallo and her staff. 100% recommended!! 💖
The office is nicely decorated.and the staff is very friendly a very helpful. The Dr dentist she is very polite a gentle she explains everything she and her staff are awesome they are very professional.she. Is a very pretty lady, and so are all her staff. I would recommend her to anyone that need a dentist.
Very friendly and comfortable atmosphere. The staff is very nice in Friendly, Everyone had a great smile. I knew I came to the right place. V.I.P treatment.
Awesome & friendly staff!🙂. Have found a new dental office. Open Saturdays to boot!😊
Dr Cruz and the staff at GDC are amazing. Years of neglect due to horrible past dentist visits had created a fear of getting treatment. They have been patient, caring and restored my faith in the dentist. Thank you GDC
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