Dr. Johnson is a fun and personable orthodontist who loves to get to know you and your family. As a Spanish-speaking orthodontist in Fort Wayne, Auburn, and Fishers, Indiana, Dr. Johnson can help meet all of your orthodontic needs. Dr. Johnson started his career as a high school teacher after obtaining an undergraduate degree in Biology and a masters degree in Education. After teaching for a while, Dr. Johnson pursued a dental education at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Following dental school, Dr. Johnson entered the Orthodontic residency program at the University of Michigan. Today, Dr. Johnson serves his community at OMI Orthodontics and teaches at the University of Michigan in the department of Orthodontics.

Dr. Dager is a friendly, local orthodontist who would love to meet you and your family. He began his dental journey at the University of Notre Dame, where he received his undergraduate degree. As you may have guessed, Dr. Dager is a big fan of the Fighting Irish. After his undergraduate degree, Dr. Dager received dental training at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, where he was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon. This prestigious academic honor is only given to those who are high academic achievers. Soon after, Dr. Dager received his Masters Degree in Orthodontics from the University of Michigan. Dr. Dager is a proud supporter of the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation, a branch of the American Association of Orthodontics that supports Education and research. Dr. Dager pursues expanding the field of orthodontics through his research. He has papers published in the journals for developmental biology and orthodontics.

Dr. Nye is a fun, quirky dentist who likes to practice his Dad jokes on his patients. After high school, Dr. Nye served as a missionary for his church for two years in Spain, where he learned to speak fluent Spanish. As a Spanish-speaking orthodontist in Indiana, Dr. Nye hopes to treat a broader population of people in his community. After dental school at the Ohio State University, Dr. Nye pursued orthodontic training at the University of Michigan. Dr. Nye also hopes to expand the field of orthodontics through his research. His research on bone biology using 3D CT imaging has won numerous awards. He is also a Board Certified Orthodontist.

Dr. Nye spends time with the woman of his dreams, his wife, Whitni, and their two children. As a child, Dr. Nye grew up skiing in the mountains of northern Utah, and now as an adult, he still loves to spend time outdoors and play sports. He also enjoys music, fitness, and reading.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that its best for the orthodontist to see children by age 7 to advise if orthodontic treatment is required, and it is the best time for that patient to be treated. The first permanent molars and incisors have usually come in by that time, and crossbites, crowding, over/underbites, and other problems can be evaluated. When treatment begins early, the orthodontist can direct the growth of the jaw while guiding incoming permanent teeth. Early treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, avoid the need for permanent tooth extractions, reduce the likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, correct thumb-sucking, and eliminate abnormal swallowing or speech problems. In other words, early treatment can simplify later treatment and improve overall outcomes.

Orthodontics for adults is extremely common. Everyone deserves a perfect smile, no matter your age. In fact, one of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over 21. Working with adults can be more challenging, as their mouth and jaw have stopped growing and developing. However, this should not stop you from getting braces. Dr. Johnson, Dr. Nye, and Dr. Dager have the highest education and training available. They know how to treat each individual and help them create the desired individualized smile.

Here at OMI, we offer four treatment options to align teeth: traditional braces, ceramic braces, clear aligners, and lingual braces. Each type has a specific purpose and depending on your situation, well help determine what type of treatment will work best for you. We have provided a separate page that explains each type of treatment in greater detail and lists the benefits of each. We invite you to read through that page, especially if you are interested in braces. Give us a call with any remaining questions that you may have!

While braces typically only include brackets and wires that work together to create a straighter smile, sometimes there are situations where different braces appliances are needed to help with the process. Below we have listed some of the most common devices to straighten teeth and correct other oral issues.

If you are interested in a better smile and more confidence, contact us at OMI Orthodontics today! We are so excited to help you in any way that we can. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! We are more than willing to accommodate any specific needs that you may have.