From creating positive first dental experiences to guiding patients through braces and other orthodontic treatments, our doctors are committed to providing knowledgeable, compassionate care at every stage of a child’s development. Here is a closer look at the people behind the smiles.

Dr. Bill Chambers, Founder

Dr. Bill Chambers founded Great Smiles more than four decades ago with a simple goal: to give Western North Carolina families access to high-quality pediatric dental care close to home.

What began as a single pediatric dentistry practice in Asheville has grown into five locations across the region. Throughout that growth, Great Smiles has remained independently operated, locally focused, and committed to serving the communities its team calls home.

Dr. Bill’s approach to pediatric dentistry has always centered on building trust with children from their very first visit. By creating a comfortable and encouraging environment, he has helped generations of young patients develop positive feelings about dental care and establish healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

That patient-first philosophy remains at the heart of everything Great Smiles does today.

Dr. Stephanie Chambers, Orthodontist and Pediatric Dental Specialist

Dr. Stephanie Chambers brings a unique combination of experience to the Great Smiles team through her advanced training in both orthodontics and pediatric dentistry.

These are two distinct dental specialties, each requiring extensive education and clinical training beyond dental school. Her background in both areas provides a valuable perspective when evaluating a child’s teeth, bite, jaw growth, and overall dental development.

For families in Asheville and throughout Western North Carolina who have questions about braces, Invisalign, early orthodontic treatment, or the connection between childhood dental development and future orthodontic needs, this comprehensive perspective can make a meaningful difference.

Rather than focusing only on a patient’s current alignment, Dr. Stephanie can consider how the teeth and jaws are developing over time. This helps families better understand when orthodontic care may be appropriate and which treatment options could support a healthy, confident smile.

Dr. Stephanie has also been recognized through Best of WNC honors for nearly a decade, reflecting the trust that patients and families throughout the region have placed in her care.

A Collaborative Approach to Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

One of the benefits of choosing Great Smiles is having pediatric dentistry and orthodontics available within the same practice.

A child may begin visiting Great Smiles for routine cleanings, preventive care, or help becoming comfortable with dental appointments. As that child grows, the team can monitor tooth eruption, jaw growth, crowding, and bite development.

When an orthodontic evaluation becomes appropriate, families can receive guidance from a team that is already familiar with the patient’s dental history and individual needs. This collaborative approach can make the transition from pediatric dental care to braces, clear aligners, or another orthodontic treatment feel more comfortable and coordinated.

A Team That Knows Western North Carolina Families

Beyond the founding doctors, Great Smiles includes pediatric dentists, orthodontists, clinical team members, and support staff who are genuinely invested in the communities they serve.

Our providers care for patients across:

• Asheville
• North Asheville
• Waynesville
• Sylva
• Marion

The Great Smiles team shows up for more than appointments. Our doctors and team members are also part of local school events, community partnerships, charitable efforts, and the everyday life of Western North Carolina.

Because Great Smiles is locally and independently operated, decisions about patient care remain closely connected to the needs of the families who visit our offices. Patients are treated as neighbors, not numbers.

Care Designed Around Children and Families

Great Smiles understands that every child has a different personality, comfort level, and dental history. Some children arrive excited for their appointments, while others may feel nervous or unsure.

Our doctors take the time to communicate in an age-appropriate way, answer parents’ questions, and help children feel comfortable throughout their visits. Whether a patient is attending a first dental appointment, receiving preventive care, beginning braces, or exploring Invisalign, the goal is to make the experience as positive and supportive as possible.

That commitment to personalized care has helped Great Smiles build relationships with generations of Western North Carolina families.

Meet the Great Smiles Team

For more than 46 years, Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics has helped children, teens, and families feel confident about their dental and orthodontic care.

The practice’s history, specialized expertise, local ownership, and commitment to the community all begin with the people providing the care. From Dr. Bill Chambers’ founding vision to Dr. Stephanie Chambers’ dual-specialty perspective and the work of providers across all five locations, the Great Smiles team remains dedicated to helping every patient enjoy a healthy smile.

Families looking for a pediatric dentist or orthodontist in Asheville, North Asheville, Waynesville, Sylva, Marion, or the surrounding Western North Carolina area are invited to meet the team and experience the Great Smiles difference.

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