Dr.Amanda Gallagher Whetzel was born and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania and attended James Madison University in Virginia where she received degrees in Health Services Administration and Business. While at James Madison, Dr.Gallagher played womens varsity field hockey and received Division I Academic-Athlete honors. She received her Doctor in Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA and graduated at the top of her dental school class with Summa Cum Laude recognition, was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honorary dental society, and received the Herbert G. Lampson, M.D. Award for the most outstanding senior woman student.
Dr.Gallagher received her Orthodontics Specialty Certificate and Masters in Oral Biology (MS) from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 2011. While at Maryland and post-residency, Dr.Gallagher participated as an Orthodontic Specialist on Craniofacial and Cleft Palate teams at Johns Hopkins University Hospital and Kernan Medical Center. During her residency, Dr. Gallagher conducted original research focused on esthetic bracket and archwire options to achieve high-quality, esthetic orthodontic treatment for patients.
After residency, Dr. Gallagher worked as a private practice orthodontist in the suburbs of Boston, MA and then Frederick, MD. In 2013, Dr. Gallagher purchased an existing two-office private orthodontic practice from a local retiring orthodontist. The practice has grown significantly since that time and Dr. Gallagher relocated both offices to new, state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best patient experience possible. These current office locations opened in Nottingham in 2016 and in Abingdon in 2017.The practice opened its third office in Baltimore's new Harbor Point development in 2020. Dr. Gallagher focuses on patients and community in her practice and enjoys being able to design and create beautiful smiles while supporting and building confidence in her patients along the way.
Dr. Gallagher is committed to excellence in education and technology in the profession, and regularly participates in dental and orthodontic study clubs on both the local and national levels. She is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), Maryland State Society of Orthodontists (MSSO), and the Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists (MASO), where she has served as Officer of Government Affairs. She is also active in the following dental organizations: the ADA, MSDA, Baltimore County Dental Society, and Harford Cecil Dental Society, where she has served as Vice-President. Dr. Gallagher is an Invisalign Diamond Plus Top 1% Provider, has published in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, and has been recognized as a Top Orthodontist for the last seven years in a row by Baltimore Magazines annual dentist peer survey.
Dr. Gallaghers interests are in craniofacial growth and development, as well as in the treatment of children and adults with craniofacial abnormalities. Her previous experience as an orthodontist in a pediatric dental setting has shaped her style of treatment for all patients in a kind, caring, and compassionate way. Dr. Gallagher is committed to technological excellence and esthetic advancements in the specialty of orthodontics, and is experienced in self-ligating brackets, Invisalign, INBRACE (lingual braces), temporary anchorage devices (TADs/Mini-screws), laser gingival procedures, and multi-disciplinary orthodontic treatment needs.
Dr. Gallagher runs the practice with her husband Ben, and they live in Kingsville with their three young sons. In her spare time, Dr. Gallagher enjoys traveling, interior design, fashion and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Veselovsky was born and raised in Kings Park, New York. She attended the University of Delaware, obtaining her Bachelor of Science in both Finance and Economics. After five years of working in the fashion industry in New York City and completion of pre-requisites at Columbia University, Dr. Veselovsky continued her education at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Recognized for her outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Veselovsky was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society. Dr. Veselovsky then completed her orthodontic residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City, earning her Certificate in Orthodontics.
Dr. Veselovsky believes that everyone deserves a smile they can be proud of! She strives to create a positive, meaningful experience for her patients and is grateful to be a part of their transformation!
Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Society of Orthodontists and Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists.
Dr. Veselovsky recently moved to Baltimore with her cat, Scruples, and is looking forward to exploring her new home! In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, fashion, and spending time with friends and family.
Dr. Yoonhee Ahn Wang was born and raised in South Korea. After immigrating to the United States at age 20 and enrolling in a local community college, she quickly advanced in her studies and obtained a Bachelors degree in both Molecular/Cellular Biology and Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, graduating magna cum laude. Dr. Yoonhee then earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating cum laude and earning awards from the Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Oral Medicine, and Special Care Dentistry Association.
She further continued her dental education by completing a General Practice Residency at the Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, providing dental care to medically-complex patients in the emergency room, trauma bays, inpatient wards, and intensive care units. Through working alongside interdisciplinary teams, Dr. Yoonhee became fascinated by how each persons skeletal and dental growth is unique and requires careful, individualized attention in order to achieve the best outcomes. To pursue her dream of providing highly personalized care to patients of all ages with the most evidence-based techniques available, she decided to apply her skills toward the field of Orthodontics. Dr. Yoonhee completed an Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency at the University of Pennsylvania, during which time she was recognized for her excellence in clinical care by the Rouff Orthodontic Scholarship Award.
Dr. Yoonhee loves being a part of the AGO family and of each patients journey toward finding their best smile. She strongly believes that a radiant smile can empower not just the self, but also the community.
Her professional affiliations include the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists (MASO).
Dr. Sharon DSilva was born and raised in Dix Hills, NY. She attended Washington University in St. Louis, where she obtained a Bachelors degree in Biology. She continued her education at Tufts University, earning her Doctorate of Dental Medicine, where she graduated cum laude and was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society. Dr. DSilva went on to complete her orthodontic residency and obtain her Certificate in Orthodontics at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.
Dr. DSilva recently moved to Baltimore, and is looking forward to exploring everything her new home has to offer! In her free time, she enjoys traveling, water sports, cooking (and eating), and quality time with friends and family.