Crooked teeth, bite problems, and jaw alignment issues can affect not only the appearance of a smile, but also long-term oral health, speech, and comfort. Many families are unsure when orthodontic treatment should start or which treatment option is best for their child or themselves.
Our orthodontic team provides complete orthodontic care using modern technology and personalized treatment planning to help patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.
We offer full orthodontic treatment tailored to each patient’s needs and stage of development.
Treatment options include clear aligner therapy such as Invisalign, traditional braces, early interceptive orthodontic treatment, expanders to help guide jaw development, retainers to maintain results after treatment, and custom mouth guards for protection during sports and activities.
Every treatment plan is customized based on facial growth, bite relationship, and long-term oral health goals.
Our office is proud to be an Invisalign Gold Provider, a designation given to practices that complete a high number of successful Invisalign treatments each year.
This recognition reflects advanced experience with clear aligner therapy, consistent clinical outcomes, and ongoing training in the latest aligner technologies.
For patients and families, this means treatment is being provided by a team with significant experience planning and managing Invisalign cases across different levels of complexity.
Dr. Shaima Malik is a board-certified orthodontist through the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics and an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, Seventh District Dental Society, American Dental Education Association, and the North Atlantic component of the Angle Society. Originally born in Dubai, Dr. Malik earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the National University of Sciences and Technology in Pakistan. After moving to Rochester, New York, she completed advanced clinical training at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health at the University of Rochester, including Advanced Education in General Dentistry, General Practice Residency training, and specialty orthodontic training. She also earned a Master’s degree in Health Professions Education from the Margaret Warner School of Education. Dr. Malik currently serves as a Clinical Associate Professor and Clinical Director in the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester. She is actively involved in research, resident education, and advanced clinical training in orthodontics both in the United States and internationally. Dr. Malik has additional certifications including Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (Wilckodontics) training and advanced clear aligner education, and she is also a certified Invisalign provider and educator.
If you think your child may have a tongue tie or lip tie, early evaluation can make a meaningful difference in feeding, comfort, and development.
Call our office today, schedule online, or contact our team with any questions.