Laurie Gittess, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Dr. Gittess doesn’t just treat your teeth—she treats your face as a whole, with the goal of creating balanced, harmonious facial aesthetics. Her unique perspective is rooted in her exceptional orthodontic training at Case Western Reserve University, which was widely recognized as a leading center for the study of facial growth and development. This training gave Dr. Gittess a deep understanding of how orthodontic treatment can influence not only the teeth and smile, but also the overall facial structure and aesthetics.
Her experience with the Damon System further reflects this philosophy. The system’s self-ligating brackets facilitate arch development and expansion, allowing extraction therapy to be used much more selectively while supporting a fuller, more natural smile and facial profile. Her approach places the aesthetics of the face first and foremost—not simply the alignment of the teeth.
Her comprehensive approach extends beyond orthodontics. In addition to orthodontic treatment and facial aesthetics, Dr. Gittess also provides treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, including a full range of splint therapies and therapeutic Botox when appropriate. She also offers aesthetic Botox and dermal fillers to enhance facial balance and harmony, along with gum treatments designed to reduce the appearance of “black triangles” or spaces between the teeth.
Dr. Gittess takes a truly comprehensive approach to facial aesthetics—considering not only the teeth and smile, but also the lips, jaw, facial proportions, muscles, and gums to create a naturally balanced and beautiful result.
