Over 3,000 Smiles Transformed With Upper West Side Orthodontist, Dr. Pliakas In Manhattan, Including The Upper West Side (UWS), Upper East Side (UES), New York City (NYC), Midtown West, Harlem, Morningside Heights & Chelsea

Born and raised in New York City, Dr. George Pliakas attended the Bronx High School of Science, where he was a member of the National Honor Society. He earned his Bachelors Degree with a major in biology from Harvard University, where he was on the Deans List and a Faculty of Arts and Sciences Scholar. He then obtained a Master of Science degree, also in biology, on a full-tuition scholarship from Tufts University.

Wanting to return to New York City for his professional training, Dr. Pliakas moved to the Upper West Side to attend dental school at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he was recognized with numerous awards, including Deans Honor Scholar, The Herbert J.Bartelstone Award for Excellence in Pharmacology, and induction into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (the National Dental Honor Society). Upon graduation from dental school and earning the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr. Pliakas was presented with the Highest Academic Achievement Award, the equivalent of valedictorian of his dental school class. The American Association of Dental Editors presented Dr. Pliakas with the Dr. Lawrence H. Meskin Journalism Award for Excellence in Dental Student Publications for his role as Editor-in-Chief of the 2006 issue of The Columbia Dental Review.

Upper West Side orthodontist, Dr. Pliakas continued at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine with an additional three-year post-doctoral program, specializing and obtaining a Master of Science in Orthodontics. As further testament to his dedication to orthodontics and his patients, Dr. Pliakas underwent the rigorous process of becoming board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, the only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and in affiliation with the American Association of Orthodontists. As a board-certified Upper West Side orthodontist, he is committed to the highest level of patient care, including a comprehensive treatment approach to ensure quality work. Orthodontics is more than just straightening teeth. Dr. Pliakas understands the complexity of growth development and facial form. He individualizes treatment plans for every patient, considering the effects of the teeth on the lips, face, and profile, in addition to issues related to the jaw and bite.

While in private practice, Dr. Pliakas maintains active membership with the American Association of Orthodontists, American Board of Orthodontics, Northeastern Society of Orthodontists, New York Society of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, and New York County Dental Society. He continues to support the Columbia University Orthodontic Alumni Society, having served on its executive board for several years, including as its president.

In his free time, Dr. Pliakas enjoys exploring all that New York has to offer its parks, museums, and restaurants. He can even be found sailing on the Hudson and in New York Harbor through the Manhattan Sailing Club. He is a supporter of all New York sports teams, though his allegiance lies with the Yankees, Giants, Knicks, and Rangers come playoff time. He is also an avid traveler and fan of international soccer.

Come experience Central Park Orthodontics on the Upper West Side of NYC! You will see we offer 5-star rated orthodontic care to patients in Manhattan, including on the Upper West Side (UWS), Upper East Side (UES), New York City (NYC), Midtown West, Harlem, Morningside Heights, Columbus Circle, Chelsea and Washington Heights and we do it with a smile!

Dr. Pliakas is board certified Upper West Side orthodontist by the American Board of Orthodontics. Board certification isnt mandatory; those who have worked to achieve it demonstrate their passion and dedication to the field of orthodontics. Board certification provides yet another way for Dr. Pliakas to show you his commitment to treating you with the best orthodontic care possible. His own continuing education on the changes and technological advances in the field of orthodontics translates to better care for you. Your healthy, radiant smile is his top priority!

At Central Park Orthodontics, we want you to feel comfortable and relaxed during your treatment time, not stressed by insurance-related frustrations. Our practice accepts most major PPO insurance plans. This means that we will determine what your insurance benefits are, and file claims on your behalf to maximize reimbursement from your insurance. When you are considering a type of orthodontic treatment, we can inform you of what your policy will cover and answer any questions you may have.

At Central Park Orthodontics, our goal is to give our patients a stunning smile for a lifetime. We want you to feel completely comfortable from the moment you walk into our Upper West Side orthodontics office. We do this not only by offering exceptional orthodontic treatment through extensive experience, but also by offering you our satisfaction guarantee. We are confident you will have nothing short of the greatest smile possible. If, at any point during your orthodontic treatment, you feel like you arent getting the results you are looking for, simply tell us and we will fix it.

Our team at Central Park Orthodontics is committed to keeping up with the most cutting-edge orthodontic technology our new, state-of-the-art iTero scanner has replaced the old goopy dental impressions. This advanced technology provides highly accurate, 3D digital imaging to determine the exact position of your teeth. That means that Dr. Pliakas is able to design the most precise treatment plan for your unique orthodontic needs. Getting your teeth straightened has never been easier or faster!

The team at Central Park Orthodontics understands that the world is a diverse place and that we need to be able to help the needs of many people. To help reach even more people who are in need of orthodontic treatment, we have Spanish-speaking orthodontic team members at our Upper West Side (NYC) orthodontics office. If English is your second language or if you are simply more comfortable speaking Spanish during your visit, know that you will still be well taken care of and offered the best treatments available.