Dr. Michael Cari grew up in the Lehigh Valley, the second of four boys. After graduating with honors with both a B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University, he followed his passion for automobiles and joined the exclusive Chrysler Institute program in Detroit, where he developed new powertrain and control technologies, earning several patents. Yet he possessed a strong desire to have a more direct impact on his community. He returned to school to pursue dentistry, where he could utilize his mechanical skills with more personal interaction.
He returned to Pennsylvania to attend Temple Universitys School of Dentistry, earning his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) and completing his orthodontic residency, including an additional M.S. in Oral Biology. While at Temple, he used his engineering background to research ways to achieve better orthodontic results in less treatment time. But more importantly, he found a great fit for his energy and passion in his new career as an orthodontist.
Dr. Cari and his wife Christie have a son Sam and a daughter Hollister. In his free time he enjoys woodworking, renovating their early 20th century house, and pursuing automotive interests. He truly enjoys the personal relationships he is able to make with patients and their families.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestKnolan Rawlins
2 years ago
Fabulous experience for braces. Hard to find a no pressure orthodontist. Dr. Cari has a wonderful bedside manner, and all his staff are excellent. Was a great experience for our daughter. To top it off, he was the most affordable of all the other providers we looked at.
Rachel
4 years ago
Dr Cari and staff are amazing! I have personally worked as a dental assistant for 8 years before becoming at SAHM so I know the ins and outs. I dont disclose this info to dentist because it is better to see if they will really care for you without knowing this. I found Dr Cari to be honest, kind, great with kids, informative and personable! His staff is amazing and his office is beautiful! I love the reward system they have created for kids to promote good oral health! Over all an A+ office!
Rachel
5 years ago
Dr Cari and staff are amazing! I have personally worked as a dental assistant for 8 years before becoming at SAHM so I know the ins and outs. I dont disclose this info to dentist because it is better to see if they will really care for you without knowing this. I found Dr Cari to be honest, kind, great with kids, informative and personable! His staff is amazing and his office is beautiful! I love the reward system they have created for kids to promote good oral health! Over all an A+ office!
Joe Padilla
5 years ago
Doctor Cari is one of the most patient doctors I have met. He has delt with me and that's enough to be said. Haha Trully cares about his clients opinions! I would recommend anyone who needs a patient doctor who Trully cares. Thank you
Julie Rainbow
6 years ago
I don't even know where to begin with this guy. Dr. Cari and his staff are truly phenomenal. We have a daughter that is not yet ready for braces, and Dr. Cari has gone so far above and beyond to help me deal with a problem that has been ongoing for years. He has consulted other specialists, called me about his conversations with them and different ideas several times. He is the only person in many years, dealing with many practices, that has really seeked out answers for us. We now have one in braces with him, with the other still to come. I have no doubt that he treats my children with the same concern as his own. He is genuine, kind, and so very good. I highly recommend him.
Joe Padilla
6 years ago
Doctor Cari is one of the most patient doctors I have met. He has delt with me and that's enough to be said. Haha Trully cares about his clients opinions! I would recommend anyone who needs a patient doctor who Trully cares. Thank you
Julie Rainbow
6 years ago
I don't even know where to begin with this guy. Dr. Cari and his staff are truly phenomenal. We have a daughter that is not yet ready for braces, and Dr. Cari has gone so far above and beyond to help me deal with a problem that has been ongoing for years. He has consulted other specialists, called me about his conversations with them and different ideas several times. He is the only person in many years, dealing with many practices, that has really seeked out answers for us. We now have one in braces with him, with the other still to come. I have no doubt that he treats my children with the same concern as his own. He is genuine, kind, and so very good. I highly recommend him.
Kimberly Chiomento
6 years ago
Super clean, professional and friendly staff, competitive pricing. Cari Orthodontics supports a lot of local charities and youth organizations. My kids LOVE going to their appointments!
Jacquelyn Kennedy
6 years ago
Great with children!!
Mark Sharper
6 years ago
My wife and son are very pleased with the services here. Staff is always friendly and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Hours are flexible to work with your schedule!
Mark Sharper
7 years ago
My wife and son are very pleased with the services here. Staff is always friendly and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Hours are flexible to work with your schedule!
Kimberly Chiomento
7 years ago
Super clean, professional and friendly staff, competitive pricing. Cari Orthodontics supports a lot of local charities and youth organizations. My kids LOVE going to their appointments!
Jacquelyn Kennedy
7 years ago
Great with children!!
Kaitlin Donovan Knauss
7 years ago
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Ayrton Gilbert
7 years ago
Perfect options for me
Ayrton Gilbert
8 years ago
Perfect options for me
Kaitlin Donovan Knauss
8 years ago
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