Our Orthodontic practice is committed to enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art orthodontic procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles! A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve.
Dr. Shank is a Board Certified Orthodontist - less than 17% of orthodontists are Board Certified. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use the most up to date orthodontic treatments and materials to help you achieve a beautiful new smile. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
Dr. Shank is a Board Certified Orthodontist - less than 17% of orthodontists are Board Certified. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use the most up to date orthodontic treatments and materials to help you achieve a beautiful new smile. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
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All orthodontists must be licensed to practice, but at this time only 1 in 3 orthodontists have continued on to complete Board Certification. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certification process signifies a unique achievement-a significant step beyond the two to three years of advanced education required for a dentist to become a specialist in orthodontics.
Dr. Duane Shank and his caring staff strive to coordinate every stage of your orthodontic treatment to make the experience as seamless and stress-free and possible. Here's what to expect during your initial complimentary consultation with Dr. Shank. Upon your arrival at the office of Smithtown Orthodontics, please notify our receptionist.
Our goal at the office of Smithtown Orthodontics is to make orthodontic treatment affordable for everyone. As a matter of convenience to patients, Dr. Shank also offers an automatic draft from checking accounts or credit cards. We review all the fees associated with treatment and the financial options available during your complimentary orthodontic consultation.
Browse our "Smile Gallery" to view 'Before' and 'After' photos of successful patient treatments. Our results with various patients show the thoroughness of our work. Please note patients depicted in photos have provided their consent to display their pictures online. Each patient is unique, and results may vary.
Orthodontics is one of many dental specialties. The word "orthodontics" is derived from the Greek words "orthos" - meaning proper or straight, and "odons" - meaning teeth. Orthodontics is specifically concerned with diagnosing and treating tooth misalignment and irregularity in the jaw area.
Initially, orthodontic treatments were geared toward the treatment of teens and pre-teens, but these days around 30 percent of orthodontic patients are adults.There are many advantages to well-aligned teeth, including easier cleaning, better oral hygiene, clearer speech, ease in chewing and swallowing food, and a more pleasant smile.
Initially, orthodontic treatments were geared toward the treatment of teens and pre-teens, but these days around 30 percent of orthodontic patients are adults.There are many advantages to well-aligned teeth, including easier cleaning, better oral hygiene, clearer speech, ease in chewing and swallowing food, and a more pleasant smile.
Reviews (7)
Gregory Taylor
Dec 05, 2021
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Dr. Shank and his staff are the best! They are so accommodating and their office is so well organized and welcoming. My daughter just got her braces off and thanks to Dr. Shank, she has blossomed into a self-confident young woman. Our son is also under his care and we have no doubts that he will also have a beautiful smile.
Christina Capaldi
Nov 02, 2021
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Dr. Shank is an expert in his field and is a warm doctor who is kind to his patients and parents. His calm disposition sets a calming environment in his office as children of all ages are getting some kind of fix on teeth. I am very satisfied and grateful for Dr. Shank and his lovely receptionists with his nursing staff. They are truly walking angels. Thank you for making this so fantastic. Who would believe someone would be sad to get braces off because you will
Miss the office so very much! The results are amazing! I told my daughter “We are going to Hollywood!” Her smile is better than
Miss the office so very much! The results are amazing! I told my daughter “We are going to Hollywood!” Her smile is better than
Debbie Mason
May 25, 2021
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My daughter went to him years ago. She just turned 30 and her teeth are still perfect. I hated my bottom teeth and was self conscious about them for years.
Dr. Shank and his staff are wonderful. Well into my 50’s I got braces. It was a wonderful experience. Dr. Shank said 4-6 months. It was just over four months and I could not be more pleased. Would recommend for adults as well as children. DM.
Dr. Shank and his staff are wonderful. Well into my 50’s I got braces. It was a wonderful experience. Dr. Shank said 4-6 months. It was just over four months and I could not be more pleased. Would recommend for adults as well as children. DM.
Ryan Carita
Feb 11, 2021
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Stephanie Dwyer
Dec 07, 2020
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I am so happy I choose Dr Shank and his wonderful staff! Everyone is so kind and friendly. The office is very welcoming. It couldn’t have been easier to get appointments. After about 2 years of wearing braces (covid pandemic cause a little delay), my teeth look beautiful and I am now proud to smile with an open mouth. Dr Shank is truly an awesome orthodontist. Thank you so much to Dr Shank, Jill, Jayne, Terri, Jen, Michelle & Sadaf. I highly recommend Smithtown Orthodontics.
Cynthia Halloran
Sep 16, 2020
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Dr. Shank and his staff are tremendous professionals.
I have a team of doctors working on my case and Dr. Shank has answered every phone call, every question and concern. Experienced and prompt, I have never waited more than 3 minutes to be treated at the office.
Dr. Shank and staff have even accommodated MY schedule and have come in during off hours to help me. I would recommend Dr. Duane Shank to everyone that needs orthodontic work.
I have a team of doctors working on my case and Dr. Shank has answered every phone call, every question and concern. Experienced and prompt, I have never waited more than 3 minutes to be treated at the office.
Dr. Shank and staff have even accommodated MY schedule and have come in during off hours to help me. I would recommend Dr. Duane Shank to everyone that needs orthodontic work.
Allyson Trachtenberg
Jul 05, 2020
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Dr. Shank is amazing! He fixed my teeth beautifully over 10 years ago and they still look amazing today. He is always nice, genuine and truly care about his patients. Even years later when I broke a piece of my glued in retainers he took time on his day off while I was in town for the weekend to fix them for me. Everyone in the office is friendly and caring. I’ve never had a single problem with them!
