Business Details
20 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Orthodontist in New York, NY
Central Park Orthodontics has been transforming smiles since 2006, serving patients across Manhattan and surrounding areas. Our board-certified orthodontist, Dr. George Pliakas, combines Ivy League education with advanced technology to deliver personalized treatment plans. With over 3,000 successful cases, we prioritize patient comfort, offering flexible payment options, a satisfaction guarantee, and bilingual services.Our state-of-the-art facility features minimal wait times, emergency appointments, and retainers included in treatment costs. Recognized for excellence, we accept most major PPO insurances and maintain active memberships in leading orthodontic associations. Our commitment to quality care extends to early intervention, adolescent, and adult treatments, ensuring optimal dental health and confidence-boosting results.
Services
Invisalign
Clear Braces
Metal Braces
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Adult Braces
Dentofacial Orthopedics
Emergency Appointments
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Board-certified Upper West Side orthodontist with Ivy League training
- Accepts most major PPO insurance plans
- Satisfaction guarantee with retainers included
- Advanced technology for precise treatments
- Bilingual services for diverse patient needs
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics
What people say
Professional and knowledgeable
Clean and modern office
Reasonable rates
Excellent orthodontist
Happy with results
Services
Invisalign
Invisalign uses custom-molded clear aligners to straighten teeth discreetly. This technology gradually shifts teeth into alignment without brackets or wires, offering aesthetic benefits for adults and teens. Patients appreciate easier oral hygiene maintenance and the ability to eat without restrictions.
Clear Braces
Clear braces utilize tooth-colored ceramic brackets for a discreet orthodontic solution. They provide the efficiency of traditional braces with enhanced aesthetics, resisting staining from food and beverages. This option balances cost-effectiveness with visual appeal.
Metal Braces
Modern metal braces feature smaller, more comfortable brackets with heat-activated wires for gradual tooth movement. They remain the most economical option while offering precise control for complex orthodontic corrections across all age groups.
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Early intervention addresses bite issues and jaw development in children as young as 7. This phase guides facial growth, creates space for permanent teeth, and reduces future treatment duration through appliances like palatal expanders.
Adult Braces
Specialized treatments address adult dental concerns including relapse from childhood orthodontics. Options prioritize aesthetics with clear braces or Invisalign while improving oral health and preventing gum disease through proper alignment.
People
Dr. George Pliakas
Orthodontist
Board-certified orthodontist Dr. George Pliakas graduated from Columbia University Dental School with highest academic honors. He completed a three-year orthodontic specialty program at Columbia and maintains active memberships in leading professional associations. With over 15 years of experience since 2006, he combines Ivy League education with compassionate care.
Questions
What orthodontic services do you offer?
We provide Invisalign, clear braces, metal braces, early orthodontic treatment, adolescent treatment, adult treatment, and dentofacial orthopedics.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major PPO insurance plans and help patients maximize their coverage benefits.
Are emergency appointments available?
Yes, we offer emergency orthodontic appointments for urgent issues requiring immediate attention.
What payment options exist?
We provide flexible payment plans and work with patients to accommodate insurance coverage and budget needs.
Is early orthodontic treatment necessary?
Early evaluation at age 7 can prevent future problems and reduce treatment duration during adolescence.
