Dr. Larry Kawa earned his degree from New York University in 1991 and his specialty certificate in Orthodontics and Dento-facial Orthopedics from New York University in 1993. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in biology from Brooklyn College in 1987. He is a dual Board Certified Orthodontist, having been Board Certified by the National Board of Orthodontics. He did a thesis on cleft palates and craniofacial anomalies and their respective treatments. An emphasis in his training in his post-graduate studies was placed upon orthognathic surgery and complex interdisciplinary cases. He also spent a year in implant training and placement at New York University as well.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, South Palm Beach County Dental Association (where he has served on the board of trustees), Broward County Dental Association and Southern Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Kawa has also been a continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Dentistry since 1994 and has contributed to the dental community by sponsoring a complimentary study club for both dentists and their staff. He is also closely involved with the Boy Scouts, the Girl Scouts and the Haven (a home for abused and neglected children). The Florida Panthers (where he has served as the official team orthodontist since 1997), Bartons Boosters (program of underprivileged children), and the National Childrens Dental Health month project.

Dr. Kawa is a second generation orthodontist. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Brooklyn College and graduated with honors in 1987. He has a working knowledge of both Spanish and Portuguese. He lives with his wife, Virginia, in West Boca Raton. He adores both his son, Michael, and daughter, Niki, and hopes they one day share his passion for orthodontics.

Jay C. Taylor ' My wife Jennifer received braces from Kawa Orthodontics and we could not be happier with the results. Not only are her teeth now perfect, they were able to complete in less time then they originally thought and for less money then their competitors. Thank you to the entire Kawa team for making our experience one that will be unforgettable! We highly recommend them.'

Enrique Mendez 'Incredible location for orthodontic, it 's an amazing place, every child would love being there and the adults too. Incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff, always going out of the way to satisfy the parent or the patient.'

Cindy Hilliard Steadman 'Great! Clean and Professional. Alissa was always in her comfort zone and never worried or scared. So much to look at to keep her mind well occupied. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND to my family and friends.'

Dr. Lauren Gerkowicz grew up in Orlando, Florida. After high school graduation, Dr. Gerkowicz started her educational journey that allowed her to live in cities all around the US. She attended Northwestern University in Evanston, IL where she received her Bachelors degree in Anthropology. She then went on to receive her dental degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA. While in dental school, Dr. Gerkowicz served as the Community Service chair for her class for three years, was actively involved in dental education research and represented Tufts at the ADEA conference two years in a row, and served as a teaching assistant in her group clinic. During dental school she also met her husband, Sean, who is an endodontist.

For orthodontic specialty training Dr. Gerkowicz attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN where she received her Masters degree and certificate in orthodontics. Dr. Gerkowicz's Masters thesis was on mandibular ramus heights in patients with unilateral posterior crossbite.

Dr. Gerkowicz loves hiking, traveling, going to concerts, cooking, and doing anything with family and friends. She is happy to be back in her home state and is ready to enjoy the warmth again after a long stint up north!

Dr. Morales earned her specialty Certificate and Master of Science in Orthodontics at Seton Hill University for Orthodontics in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. She brings 5 years of experience in private practice and is also fluent in Spanish. Dr. Morales was also Chief Resident at New York University Langone Medical Center, Trauma Center from 2014 through 2016.

Dr. Morales has also volunteered on Jamaica Dental Mission trips in 2013 & 2014. She has also volunteered at Give kids a smile in 2013 & 2014. Her hobbies include Boxing, Cross fit, traveling and spending time with family and friends.