Orthodontists Committed to Your Care
Orthodontists Who Care
Our orthodontists– and our entire team– believe that every smile is unique and deserves specialized, high-quality care. We have a passion for what we do and we work very hard to create an inviting, patient-centered environment.
With a range of treatment options—from traditional wire braces to discreet Invisalign aligners—we tailor each plan to fit your lifestyle and aesthetic goals. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every patient receives a customized treatment plan. Plus with five locations, we are likely to have a location near you that is convenient.
Begin your journey to a confident smile today!
Meet Our Expert Orthodontics Team
Dr. Paul Blackman and Dr. Stephanie Chambers are a part of a caring, inviting, and fun team that will be with you every step of your journey to a straighter, more confident smile.
Dr. Paul Blackman
Dr. Stephanie Chambers
Orthodontic Treatment Options
Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on fixing crooked teeth and bite problems. Great Smiles orthodontists work to give every patient a beautiful, confident smile with treatments that meet their needs!
Wired braces
Often referred to as traditional braces, wired braces provide specific and precise movement of teeth and bite issues over time. Only an orthodontist has the specialized training for this type of ortho work.
Clear Aligners
Clear Aligners like Invisalign provide patients with a less noticeable option that provides flexibility in food selection and cleaning options. Typically this is a good option for less extensive oral challenges
Retainers
Patients can maintain their best smile for years to come with a variety of retainer options. Retainers are a cost-effective way to support teeth and jaw alignment. It’s an easy and convenient option.
All Orthodontists are Dentists.
But not All Dentists are Orthodontists.
Nearly 90% of people in a study did not realize this fact1. What does it mean? Orthodontists receive specialized education and training to provide a variety of orthodontic treatment services such as braces, clear aligners, and retainers, but dentists have not received this training to provide all of these comprehensive services. This is important when choosing treatment provider.
1 Park, Jae Hyun, Kim, Janet H. et al. “Trends in the choice of a clinician for orthodontic treatment in the United States”. ScienceDirect. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889540621001736
Orthodontic Treatment for ANY Age
People often ask– at what age should a person get braces? The answer is– it is never too early or too late to work on obtaining a beautiful, healthy, straight smile!
Whether braces for kids, teens, or adults, or other treatment options like Invisalign or retainers, Great Smiles works with people of all ages to achieve their oral health goals. Schedule your free consultation to learn more.
Braces Cost, Treatments, or Other Ortho Questions?
We have your answers on our FAQ page.
The Pros and Cons of Orthodontics Options:
While other options exist, these options below represent the most common. The choice of treatment depends on factors like age, the complexity of the problem, cosmetic preferences, and budget. Your Great Smiles orthodontist will recommend the most suitable option after a thorough evaluation1 2 3.
Traditional Metal Braces
Most common. Consists of metal brackets attached to the teeth and connected by wires. The wires are tightened periodically to gradually move the teeth.
Best For: Severe misalignment, overcrowding, bite issues.
Pros: Highly effective for complex cases.
Cons: Visible, can cause some discomfort.
Ceramic Braces
Similar to traditional metal braces. Made of clear or tooth-colored ceramic material, making them less noticeable.
Best For: Patients who want effective treatment with less visible hardware.
Pros: Less noticeable than metal braces.
Cons: More expensive, prone to staining, and slightly more fragile.
Clear Aligners
Invisalign is the common brand. Clear, removable trays custom-made to fit over the teeth and gradually move them into alignment.
Best For: Mild to moderate misalignment.
Pros: Virtually invisible, removable, more comfortable.
Cons: Must be worn 20-22 hours per day, not suitable for severe cases, can be more expensive.
Retainers
After orthodontic treatment. Keep the teeth in their new positions. These can be removable or fixed (bonded behind the teeth).
Best For: Maintaining results after braces or aligners.
Pros: Prevents teeth from shifting back.
Cons: Must be worn as prescribed to be effective.
1 Mundhada, V. V., Jadhav, V. V., & Reche, A. (2023). A review on orthodontic brackets and their application in clinical orthodontics. Cureus. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.46615
2 The Evolution of Orthodontic Braces: from Metal to Revolutionary Materials. (2024). In Medicine and Materials (Vol. 4, Issue 2, pp. 93–100). https://medicineandmaterials.com/wp-content/uploads/MM_2024_012.pdf
3 Journal of Advanced Medical and Dental Sciences Research. (2016). Journal of Advanced Medical and Dental Sciences Research. https://doi.org/10.21276/jamdsr
Great Smiles is Near You
Why look for “braces near me” or “ortho treatment nearby”? With five convenient locations, whether you are looking for “pediatric dentistry near me” or an orthodontist that does “braces near me“, Great Smiles is sure to a wonderful location in proximity to your home, school, or office.
Great Smiles is proud to offer orthodontics for all ages (plus pediatric dentistry if you need that!) at locations in Asheville, Marion, Sylva, North Asheville / Weaverville, and Waynesville.
Affording the Best Care
Our Great Smiles team works to find the best way to fit great dental care into your budget, with awesome payment options, maximized insurance benefits, and affordable solutions. Our FAQ pages have some answers to common questions about Invisalign or braces costs as well as dentist costs. Or, feel free to contact us for help. Plus, research shows that early dental visits can lower long-term costs, so we encourage families to come visit us at one of our five Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics locations.
