Youll love visiting us as much as you love your gorgeous smile. We want every time you visit youll feel like youre spending time with family. We want your experience at Appel Orthodontics to be something you remember everytime you show off your smile.

What else can I say except wow! I have known Dr. Appel for over 23 years, never thinking that he would be treating one of my kids as well as myself. Both Dr. Appel and Dr. Andrew are extremely knowledgeable and super friendly which carries over to their staff. If you are looking to have orthodontic work performed, hands down - Appel Orthodontics is the place to go!

Appel Orthodontics has been a great experience. The politeness and professionalism of all the staff and the cleanliness and comfort of the office is to be commended. We are glad that we chose this office. The results on my son's teeth have been faster than expected and amazing. I would highly recommend. It has been a extremely pleasant experience. Thank you!!

'What else can I say except wow! I have known Dr. Appel for over 23 years, never thinking that he would be treating one of my kids as well as myself. Both Dr. Appel and Dr. Andrew are extremely knowledgeable and super friendly which carries over through their staff. If you are looking to have orthodontic work performed, hands down - Appel Orthodontics is the place to go! '

'What else can I say except wow! I have known Dr. Appel for over 23 years, never thinking that he would be treating one of my kids as well as myself. Both Dr. Appel and Dr. Andrew are extremely knowledgeable and super friendly which carries over through their staff. If you are looking to have orthodontic work performed, hands down - Appel Orthodontics is the place to go!'

'Appel Orthodontics has been a great office. The politeness and professionalism of all the staff and the cleanliness and comfort of the office is to be commended. We are glad that we chose this office. The results on my son 's teeth have been amazing in shorter than expected time. I would highly recommend. It has been a extremely pleasant experience. Thank you!!'

Its special. Its something Im trying to learn and emulate every day Im here with him. Everything that we have here is an extension of what he created. Its incredible. Its amazing. Dr. Andrew Appel, Son

Philadelphia orthodontist Dr. Steven Appel was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1952. He has been a practicing orthodontist in Philadelphia, PA since 1978. He graduated from Hofstra University, Temple Dental, and NYU Orthodontics. He was a Clinical Instructor in Preventive and Interceptive Orthodontics at University of Pennsylvania from 1978 1981. He taught future orthodontists the best ways to improve the smiles of children ages seven to ten.

He is a past President of the Temple Dental Alumni Association and currently serves on its Board of Directors. Dr. Appel is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists. He serves as an orthodontist consultant to the orthodontic industry, giving his opinions on new products and services from orthodontic companies. Dr. Appels orthodontist consulting work also puts him on the edge of the latest trends in braces so he can pass this knowledge along to you!

To be able to hang out with him and see how great he is with patientsHes such a kind caring guy. I know this thing that I started from scratch will continue for many years to come, and be greater than its ever been. Dr. Steven Appel, Father

Philadelphia orthodontist Dr. Andrew Appel was born and raised in Philly, and as the son of Dr. Steve Appel hes always been a familiar face here at the office. Dr. Andrew has wanted to be an orthodontist since he was 7 years old, and in July 2013 he officially joined our team. He received his undergraduate from Pennsylvania State University. Then he graduated summa cum laude from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry and is a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, an honor society that recognizes excellence in dental school graduates. He has a certificate in orthodontics from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Andrew had orthodontic work himself as a child, so he knows how it feels to sit in the chair. I can understand the many emotions and attitudes that my patients might have toward their treatment, he says. Recognizing a patients feelings is what helps me partner with patients to achieve our goal of a creating a great new smile.

I dont say this because shes my wife. She is absolutely an incredible orthodontist. Having Andrea join us has opened up an entire new world of new, fresh ideas and has elevated it to that next level. Dr. Andrew Appel, Husband

Dr. Andrea Appel, DDS was born and raised in Detroit, MI. She graduated summa cum laude with her bachelor of science degree in biology from Michigan State University and then went on to earn her doctoral degree in dentistry from the University of Detroit Mercy. Finishing at the top of her class, Dr. Andi then went on to obtain her certificate in orthodontics as well as a masters of science in dentistry from the University of Louisville.

As the newest Dr. Appel, Dr. Andi has brought her warm personality and a wealth of knowledge of clinical orthodontics to the Appel Orthodontics family, and is thrilled to be creating Phillys most amazing smiles alongside her husband, Dr. Andrew Appel, and her father-in-law and AO founder, Dr. Steven Appel.