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A spotlight on some of the people who helped make this month's Orthotown possible
April 2025
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Board Profile: Dr. Daniel J. Grob
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Orthotown editorial advisory board member and former editorial director, Dr. Daniel J. Grob returns with insights on early treatment, airway health, and his patient-friendly “Treatment by Twelves” approach.
April 2025
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Office Visit: Dr. Brian Asbury This year’s Townie Choice Award cover profile winner transformed his San Diego practice with a hands-on renovation and a focus on simplicity. In this exclusive Q&A, he shares his expertise in airway and early expansion cases and how he uses CBCT technology to achieve lifechanging results for young patients.
Office Visit: Dr. Brian Asbury
This year’s Townie Choice Award cover profile winner transformed his San Diego practice with a hands-on renovation and a focus on simplicity. In this exclusive Q&A, he shares his expertise in airway and early expansion cases and how he uses CBCT technology to achieve lifechanging results for young patients.
January/February 2025
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Office Visit: Art with Intent When Dr. Erin Fraundorf set out on her own, she did so with careful, intentional planning to create an experience—with luxury, style and technology at every turn. In our exclusive Q&A, she shares insights and advice on how orthodontists can plan and execute opening a new practice (or improve an existing office), the extra behind-the-scenes work she did to make her dream practice a reality and much more.
Office Visit: Art with Intent
by Kyle Patton
When Dr. Erin Fraundorf set out on her own, she did so with careful, intentional planning to create an experience—with luxury, style and technology at every turn. In our exclusive Q&A, she shares insights and advice on how orthodontists can plan and execute opening a new practice (or improve an existing office), the extra behind-the-scenes work she did to make her dream practice a reality and much more.
November 2024
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Office Visit: From Rocky Mountains to Clear Skies Dr. Michael Kofford oversees four practices in southern Colorado. In our exclusive Q&A, he shares insights on starting two offices at once, managing turnover, incorporating 3D printing and the importance of mentorship.
Office Visit: From Rocky Mountains to Clear Skies
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Dr. Michael Kofford oversees four practices in southern Colorado. In our exclusive Q&A, he shares insights on starting two offices at once, managing turnover, incorporating 3D printing and the importance of mentorship.
October 2024
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Office Visit: Next-Level Charity Dr. Larry Moray has 14 practices in the Chapel Hill area of North Carolina, with plans for more. In our exclusive Q&A, Moray discusses practice growth and expansion tips, managing 160 employees, balancing profitability with charity and more.
Office Visit: Next-Level Charity
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Dr. Larry Moray has 14 practices in the Chapel Hill area of North Carolina, with plans for more. In our exclusive Q&A, Moray discusses practice growth and expansion tips, managing 160 employees, balancing profitability with charity and more.
September 2024
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Office Visit: Dr. Christos Papadopoulos This New Brunswick Townie’s startup success has become a foundation for helping other doctors enter the profession on the right foot. In our exclusive Q&A, he discusses the must-haves for a startup and shares his thoughts on technology investments, marketing power and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Christos Papadopoulos
by Kyle Patton
This New Brunswick Townie’s startup success has become a foundation for helping other doctors enter the profession on the right foot. In our exclusive Q&A, he discusses the must-haves for a startup and shares his thoughts on technology investments, marketing power and more.
April 2024
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Office Visit: Dr. Chris Teeters This Phoenix-area Townie tends to bring people together, whether it’s in his practice (a dual orthodontic and pediatric dentistry office he co-owns with his wife) or in professional online communities. In our exclusive Q&A, Teeters shares why CBCT technology is a must-have, his approach to multifactorial cases, the ins and outs of partnership practices and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Chris Teeters
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This Phoenix-area Townie tends to bring people together, whether it’s in his practice (a dual orthodontic and pediatric dentistry office he co-owns with his wife) or in professional online communities. In our exclusive Q&A, Teeters shares why CBCT technology is a must-have, his approach to multifactorial cases, the ins and outs of partnership practices and more.
March 2024
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Office Visit: Dr. Josh Gilbert The Chicago area is home to one of the profession’s most saturated and competitive markets, but don’t expect this Townie to break a sweat. Effective positioning, community engagement and wise investments have created a relatively stress-free environment for him and his team. Check out his favorite pieces of tech, learn tips to reduce the number of professional headaches, see a remarkable charity case and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Josh Gilbert
by Kyle Patton
The Chicago area is home to one of the profession’s most saturated and competitive markets, but don’t expect this Townie to break a sweat. Effective positioning, community engagement and wise investments have created a relatively stress-free environment for him and his team. Check out his favorite pieces of tech, learn tips to reduce the number of professional headaches, see a remarkable charity case and more.
January/February 2024
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Office Visit: Dr. Hideki Ikeda As with many doctors, Dr. Hideki Ikeda’s start in orthodontics was humble—taking over a solo practice from a retiring colleague. Now, many years later, Ikeda has seven offices in the heart of California, and each practice also offers pediatric dentistry as part of a unique and custom-made network not often seen in private practice.
Office Visit: Dr. Hideki Ikeda
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
As with many doctors, Dr. Hideki Ikeda’s start in orthodontics was humble—taking over a solo practice from a retiring colleague. Now, many years later, Ikeda has seven offices in the heart of California, and each practice also offers pediatric dentistry as part of a unique and custom-made network not often seen in private practice.
December 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Bridget M. Powers From serving on the ground floor of Invisalign to leading the charge on airway issues in young patients, Dr. Bridget M. Powers’ remarkable career continues to evolve. This Bay Area Townie shares stories from the early days of clear aligners, tips to incorporate sleep apnea treatments into the office and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Bridget M. Powers
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
From serving on the ground floor of Invisalign to leading the charge on airway issues in young patients, Dr. Bridget M. Powers’ remarkable career continues to evolve. This Bay Area Townie shares stories from the early days of clear aligners, tips to incorporate sleep apnea treatments into the office and more.
November 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Marc Goldenberg This Townie’s laid-back approach and mastery of soft skills are on full display in this exclusive peek within his newly built Boca Raton, Florida, practice. He shares his clinical must-haves, an uncommon philosophy of early treatment, lessons learned in setting up shop in a saturated spot and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Marc Goldenberg
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Townie’s laid-back approach and mastery of soft skills are on full display in this exclusive peek within his newly built Boca Raton, Florida, practice. He shares his clinical must-haves, an uncommon philosophy of early treatment, lessons learned in setting up shop in a saturated spot and more.
October 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Paul Trotter This Georgia Townie’s two practices maintain old-school sensibilities and hospitality while adding an ultramodern patient experience complete with 3D printing, digital scanning and optimized practice management software. In our exclusive Q&A, Trotter discusses the finer points of 3D technologies, how digital scanners increased his revenue, why hiring a consultant made him a better manager and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Paul Trotter
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Georgia Townie’s two practices maintain old-school sensibilities and hospitality while adding an ultramodern patient experience complete with 3D printing, digital scanning and optimized practice management software. In our exclusive Q&A, Trotter discusses the finer points of 3D technologies, how digital scanners increased his revenue, why hiring a consultant made him a better manager and more.
September 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Christopher Cetta Energized by the extra time and freedom generated by working as an associate, Dr. Christopher Cetta turned his efforts toward product invention, content creation and putting extra emphasis on patient satisfaction. In our exclusive Q&A, the Florida Townie discusses bringing the idea of an orthodontic appliance to life, the “broad smile” design trend and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Christopher Cetta
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
Energized by the extra time and freedom generated by working as an associate, Dr. Christopher Cetta turned his efforts toward product invention, content creation and putting extra emphasis on patient satisfaction. In our exclusive Q&A, the Florida Townie discusses bringing the idea of an orthodontic appliance to life, the “broad smile” design trend and more.
May 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. David Boschken Burned out and stuck in a tricky analog-to-digital practice transition, this Northern California doc persevered and emerged with two beautiful fully digital offices. In our exclusive Q&A, Dr. David R. Boschken discusses the benefits of digital immersion, creating a growth mindset in every team member, investment musts and more.
Office Visit: Dr. David Boschken
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
Burned out and stuck in a tricky analog-to-digital practice transition, this Northern California doc persevered and emerged with two beautiful fully digital offices. In our exclusive Q&A, Dr. David R. Boschken discusses the benefits of digital immersion, creating a growth mindset in every team member, investment musts and more.
March 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Todd Wesslen Dr. Todd Wesslen worked in software development for years before pivoting to orthodontics. His background in computer science means he’s not afraid to adopt new technology: He’s a beta tester for practice management software companies, and Wesslen Orthodontics’ two California practices are 100% paperless, with team members trained to work with CBCT and in-office 3D printing.
Office Visit: Dr. Todd Wesslen
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
Dr. Todd Wesslen worked in software development for years before pivoting to orthodontics. His background in computer science means he’s not afraid to adopt new technology: He’s a beta tester for practice management software companies, and Wesslen Orthodontics’ two California practices are 100% paperless, with team members trained to work with CBCT and in-office 3D printing.
January/February 2023
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Office Visit: Dr. Brice Gilliam This Nashville Townie is redefining what it means to have a side gig. In this month’s Office Visit, we learn how Dr. Brice Gilliam juggles practice ownership, associateship and being a television star; which construction and renovation tips he has for doctors; why direct-to-consumer orthodontics can be a good thing; and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Brice Gilliam
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Nashville Townie is redefining what it means to have a side gig. In this month’s Office Visit, we learn how Dr. Brice Gilliam juggles practice ownership, associateship and being a television star; which construction and renovation tips he has for doctors; why direct-to-consumer orthodontics can be a good thing; and more.
December 2022
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Office Visit: Dr. Tatiya Ungphakorn We tour Dr. Tatiya Ungphakorn’s practice and learn more about her approach to turning patient expectations and experiences into exceptional outcomes, the benefits of partnering with a pediatric dentist, the most important things to have in any office and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Tatiya Ungphakorn
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
We tour Dr. Tatiya Ungphakorn’s practice and learn more about her approach to turning patient expectations and experiences into exceptional outcomes, the benefits of partnering with a pediatric dentist, the most important things to have in any office and more.
November 2022
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Office Visit: Dr. David Richter
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Townie’s new 6,700-square-foot practice in Greeley, Colorado, is, as he puts it, “the nicest dental facility I’ve ever been in.” In our exclusive Q&A, Richter tells us how he went from burned out to burning with a renewed passion for the profession when other docs his age are considering retirement. Plus, hear his hard-learned lessons on how to be a better manager and team leader, and look at some of the impressive tech inside an impressive build.
September 2022
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Office Visit: Dr. Carlin Weaver The winner of Orthotown’s 2021 Townie Choice Awards voter contest, Dr. Carlin Weaver followed in her father’s footsteps and became an orthodontist, then practiced alongside him in Swampscott, Massachusetts, before taking over the reins of the practice in 2015. This Townie advocates for having the best technology under her roof, including all-digital scanning and 3D-printed options, and recently joined the clinical faculty at her alma mater, Tufts University.
Office Visit: Dr. Carlin Weaver
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
The winner of Orthotown’s 2021 Townie Choice Awards voter contest, Dr. Carlin Weaver followed in her father’s footsteps and became an orthodontist, then practiced alongside him in Swampscott, Massachusetts, before taking over the reins of the practice in 2015. This Townie advocates for having the best technology under her roof, including all-digital scanning and 3D-printed options, and recently joined the clinical faculty at her alma mater, Tufts University.
May 2022
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Office Visit: Dr. Gary Kawata This Townie has won four “teacher of the year” awards while serving as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Southern California’s graduate orthodontics program. He also runs a beautiful practice in Corona, California. Hear his take on clinical diagnostic technology, what new grads should expect from the future of orthodontics, and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Gary Kawata
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Townie has won four “teacher of the year” awards while serving as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Southern California’s graduate orthodontics program. He also runs a beautiful practice in Corona, California. Hear his take on clinical diagnostic technology, what new grads should expect from the future of orthodontics, and more.
January/February 2022
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Office Visit: Dr. Glenn Krieger This Dallas-area Townie travels internationally teaching clinical photography to orthodontists and dentists alike and founded the Orthopreneurs website and podcast for orthodontic practice owners. We met up with this doc, checked out his impressive digital tech suite, discussed the next evolution of clear aligner therapy, received some clinical photo tips and more.
Office Visit: Dr. Glenn Krieger
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Dallas-area Townie travels internationally teaching clinical photography to orthodontists and dentists alike and founded the Orthopreneurs website and podcast for orthodontic practice owners. We met up with this doc, checked out his impressive digital tech suite, discussed the next evolution of clear aligner therapy, received some clinical photo tips and more.
December 2021
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Office Visit: Dr. Anthony Anyadike With more than three decades of practice under his belt, this Townie is one of the longest-tenured orthodontists in the metro D.C. area. We visit his Glen Burnie, Maryland, practice to talk about the evolution of the profession, growing up in West Africa and the bittersweetness of being a Baltimore Orioles fan.
Office Visit: Dr. Anthony Anyadike
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
With more than three decades of practice under his belt, this Townie is one of the longest-tenured orthodontists in the metro D.C. area. We visit his Glen Burnie, Maryland, practice to talk about the evolution of the profession, growing up in West Africa and the bittersweetness of being a Baltimore Orioles fan.
November 2021
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Office Visit: Dr. Jeffrey Heinz Not many would think to start a business in the middle of a pandemic—especially an orthodontic practice—but Dr. Jeffrey Heinz was all about the challenge. This Rockford, Michigan, Townie is also the only orthodontist in the U.S. who uses a wheelchair for mobility. In our Q&A, Heinz talks about the adversities of finishing dental school after a terrible accident, how he became a clear aligner specialist, and why opening an office at the hardest time possible has paid off big.
Office Visit: Dr. Jeffrey Heinz
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
Not many would think to start a business in the middle of a pandemic—especially an orthodontic practice—but Dr. Jeffrey Heinz was all about the challenge. This Rockford, Michigan, Townie is also the only orthodontist in the U.S. who uses a wheelchair for mobility. In our Q&A, Heinz talks about the adversities of finishing dental school after a terrible accident, how he became a clear aligner specialist, and why opening an office at the hardest time possible has paid off big.
July/August 2021
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Office Visit: Dr. Drew Ferris This Townie, who has two practices on the central California coast, travels around the world, educating orthodontists about clear aligners as a master faculty member. We visit his new Santa Barbara office, learn why he was the first in the U.S. to adopt a 5D scanner into this practice, how new technologies have simplified his workflows, and what tips he has for making clear aligner therapies run smoothly in any office.
Office Visit: Dr. Drew Ferris
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Townie, who has two practices on the central California coast, travels around the world, educating orthodontists about clear aligners as a master faculty member. We visit his new Santa Barbara office, learn why he was the first in the U.S. to adopt a 5D scanner into this practice, how new technologies have simplified his workflows, and what tips he has for making clear aligner therapies run smoothly in any office.
March 2021
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