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Appel Doctors

Family-owned orthodontic practice for over 45 years

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Appel Orthodontics is a family owned private practice. We treat you, our patients, the way we want our own family treated. 

Whether you're talking to someone at the front desk, or in the financing office, or sitting in a dental chair, our team members take personal responsibility for helping you. You won't wait on hold, and you won't be bounced from person to person. 

At Appel Orthodontics, you come first: your care, but also your questions and concerns, your goals, your stories. If something matters to you, it matters to us. We can't wait to meet you.

Orthodontic care for the whole family

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Orthodontic care for kids

Early orthodontic treatment can reduce or prevent severe dental issues later. See how we can help!

Braces for Kids
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Orthodontic care for teens

Give your teenager the smile they've always wanted, one that will last a lifetime!

Braces for Teens
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Orthodontic care for adults

It's never too late to get that perfect smile. We treat patients of all ages!

Braces for Adults

Zoom! In-Office Whitening

Add Zoom! In-Office Whitening to your treatment plan! Teeth whitening after braces guarantees that you're ready to show off your incredible new smile. At Appel Orthodontics, you can finance the cost of whitening just like any other part of treatment.

Learn more About Teeth Whitening
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Retainer Insurance

Braces move your teeth, and wearing a retainer at night keeps your teeth in place, insuring that your beautiful smile lasts a lifetime. We want to do everything we can to support our patients in sticking with this final stage of treatment!

Our retainer insurance program covers replacement retainers for seven years post-treatment. That means it's easy and affordable to replace a retainer that breaks or gets lost.

Learn more About Retainer Insurance

Maximize convenience:
start treatment the same day as your consultation.

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We raised over $2,000 this year all thanks to our awesome patients for @kissesforkyle and  @dearjackfoundation 

Thank you to everyone who got red ties for the month of September 😃 🦷 ‼️
Congratulations to Fatima, winner of the @foxchase_farm event raffle 🏆🥇 🦷
🦷 💫  Be sure to brush and floss for a healthy smile
Fun at the farm with Appel Orthodontics 🐮🍎🦷🎃
These cool siblings are twinning with their new braces 🦷‼️ 
Congratulations 🎉
ONE WEEK LEFT ! Don’t forget to get red ties at your next appointment! Donations will go to @kissesforkyle and @dearjackfoundation 

As always thanks for your support 🦷‼️
The cutest little soccer player ⚽️ 🦷 🥅
Some Ortho humor on this beautiful Friday , have a wonderful weekend 🃏🦷‼️
Ava got braces today🦷‼️😃 
Congratulations- we can’t wait to see the end result!

#smilesforsurvivors
Don’t forget to get red ties at your next appointment! Donations will go to @kissesforkyle and @dearjackfoundation 

As always thanks for your support 🦷‼️
Every once in a while we like to play jokes on Dr. Andrew 😂🦷
The month of September observes National Gum Care 🦷 🪥

Here are some tips to keep your gums healthy:
 Brush twice a day
Floss Regularly 
Use mouthwash to reduce plaque 
Eat a nutritious diet
Schedule regular visits to see your dentist
Congratulations to our August giveaway Bogg bag winner, Amy 🏆🥇🦷 
enjoy your goodies !

Why people love Appel Orthodontics

I love this place. Everyone is super friendly and the doctors are awesome. Casey at the front desk is so nice. Best Orthodontist ever!

Kimberly Streleckis
October 9, 2025

There is not enough good things I can say about Appel Orthodontics. Their staff is so nice the Drs are amazing !!! Very professional. I would recommend them to... read more

Vienna Accardo
October 6, 2025

The orthodontist was very gentle with my teeth and kind. Thank you!

Jazzy’s kingdom
October 5, 2025

The staff was amazing!

Sabina Anga
October 2, 2025

They were great throughout my son’s entire experience. Flexible with scheduling and rescheduling appointments based on my son’s busy sports schedule. I highly recommend them.

Dianne Schmitt
October 2, 2025

As an older Jiu-Jitsu player, it was recommended that I get a professional mouth guard. Dr Appel and his amazing team were very professional and made this process convenient and easy. I... read more

Thomas McBrearty
October 2, 2025

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