Dr. Gerlein has been in practice as an orthodontist for over 20 years, helping to create healthy, confident smiles in the Chevy Chase community. He is inspired by his patients to do his job better every day and continually learns new methods of treatment to improve the care he gives. Dr. Gerlein enjoys using his knowledge of science and engineering to make a positive difference in the lives of his patients.

Dr. Gerleins career as an orthodontist was built on a foundation of quality education. He received his Certificate in Orthodontics and a Masters Degree in Medical Science from Harvard University. While there, he conducted research at Childrens Hospital in Boston.

Dr. Gerlein also earned a Certificate in Periodontics and Masters Degree in Oral Biology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. His periodontal background allows him to provide more comprehensive treatment planning and better long-term care for his patients, setting his practice apart from others in the area.

Dr. Gerlein is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, and has completed the multistage examination process to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

Although his formal education is complete, Dr. Gerlein always strives to know about the latest and most effective treatments today. As part of his continuing education, he participates in numerous study clubs and attends the annual American Association of Orthodontists meeting every year. He spends many hours studying the most effective, esthetic, and comfortable treatments because of the value it gives to his patients.

Dr. Gerlein was born in Washington, DC, and now lives in Bethesda with his wife, Cristina, and their three children, Nicolas, Martin, and Sofia. In his spare time, Dr. Gerlein enjoys cooking, playing golf, peloton, and of course, spending time with his family. He is also active in his community, donating time doing pro-bono orthodontics at the Spanish Catholic Center.

Whats your story? I was born in DC but was raised in Bogota, Colombia, so I feel I am very much a part of both cultures. I moved to the US to attend the University of Michigan Dental School and then a couple of years later I went to Harvard to become an orthodontist. My wife and I have three kids who are all at college... we miss them so! We have a golden retriever named Lucas and I love to spend my free time with my family and in the kitchen (see below!).

Why did you become an orthodontist: Its such a privilege to be working on peoples smiles. Think about it, is there anything more rewarding than having someone smile more because you helped them? After all this time, more than 30 years, I would do it again if I had to choose. I love it!

Im one of Dr. Gerleins orthodontic assistants and what I love about orthodontics are the patients! I love getting to know them and their families throughout the years. I enjoy everything about Gerlein Orthodontics, the staff, the wonderful patients, and of course, Dr. Gerlein himself!

I joined the Gerlein Orthodontics team in 2006 and it has been the best experience ever! I work with a great staff and learn from the most knowledgeable and amazing boss. We do everything we can to make sure our patients have an awesome experience by welcoming them into our warm, fun-filled atmosphere. I love everything about my job and I can't wait to see your beautiful smile!

Hey there! My name is Gabrielle and I enjoy every aspect about the Orthodontic field, most importantly creating beautiful smiles for each patient. I just love how we all take pride in providing patients with sincere and proficient service. I cant wait to meet you!

Hello! my name is Sandra and Im a part of Dr. Gerleins wonderful team. Im in charge of making Orthodontic appliances perfectly and on time. I love to learn and evolve in my role and aspire to one day open my own dental lab. My number one goal is to ensure our patients are their happiest during and after treatment. When I'm not with a patient, you can find me cooking up some delicious meals, or chasing around my beautiful boy dogs, Chico and Slim. I also love to travel and camp by the beach. I cant wait to meet everyone!

With over 15 years of experience in the orthodontic field, I still look forward to helping each patient achieve a beautiful smile. I enjoy getting to know every patient as well as seeing their excitement during and after treatment. My goal is to provide you with the best experience possible! Looking forward to seeing you soon.

With over 8 years of dental experience, I take great deal of pride in being here at Gerlein Orthodontics. This place is the very best! Every day I still look forward to establishing lasting relationships with our wonderful patients and families. Outside the office I have a hard time standing still. I travel the state supporting my daughters dance competitions. That keeps us quite busy! I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Smiling is one of my favorite things to do! Thats why I am so happy to be a part of the Gerlein Orthodontics team. As soon as you walk into the office, the experience is filled with the best smiles in town. From our amazing patients, welcoming staff, to the enthusiastic Dr. Gerlein, this really is the best place to be. I am so excited to be able to help you with your new smile!

You cant miss me! I am at the front desk and will certainly see you when you come in. Every day is a great day at Gerlein Orthodontics and that is all thanks to our wonderful patients. As the marketing coordinator, I collaborate with local small businesses and charities to enhance the way Gerlein Orthodontics connects with our community. Outside of the office, I enjoy traveling and learning about new cultures. I look forward to meeting you soon!

Hi! My name is Alex and I am a bit behind the scenes here at Gerlein Orthodontics.I love to see how all our wonderful patients really enjoy coming and their beautiful smiles at the end of treatment. I have a 9 year old daughter, Peyton, and we enjoy baking and painting together on our free time!

At Gerlein Orthodontics we care about the patient experience. We strive to provide you and your family with a unique and positive orthodontic treatment. Our goal is for you to feel completely at ease.

No matter what your orthodontic needs are, we will go the extra mile to give you the very best care and an exceptional experience. In addition to traditional and clear braces, we offer early Phase I treatments and Invisalign clear aligners. Dr. Gerlein is known for his ability to treat a variety of cases from simple alignments to complex multi-disciplinary cases.

Our practice is a fun, upbeat, and happy environment that you will recognize as soon as you walk through the door. Our patients range from age 5 to 85 and we treat each patient with the utmost respect and compassion. The office environment is beautiful, and our friendly staff will be there to greet you and fully educate you through your orthodontic treatment. Families enjoy our coffee and tea bar while using our WiFi to get work or homework done. We also have iPads available to keep everyone entertained. Our Rewards Program is especially popular with our younger patients, as well as our fun monthly contests and prizes!We want you to enjoy your time with us and create lasting memories of your orthodontic treatment.

Dr. Gerlein is here for you! In addition to state-of-the-art technology, we always provide our patients with emergency contact information. We want our patients to feel completely supported even after they leave the office.