Next Level Orthodontics: Gainesville Location

Next Level Orthodontics: Gainesville Location - Orthodontist in Gainesville, FL
320 NW 76 Dr, Gainesville, FL 32607
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Opens Monday at 8:00am
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Monday8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 5:00pm
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Dr. Amir Akhavan received his B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine in 2009 with honors. He then moved from the warm weather of the Golden State to the beautiful Sunshine State to attend Nova Southeastern University College of dental medicine. He received his doctorate degree with honors in 2014 and was inducted in the prestigious Omega Kappa Upsilon (OKU) honor society. In dental school, he was elected by his peers to serve as the president of the Student Government Association. He also received recognition and was awarded for his leadership during that time. Dr. Akhavan then attended the University of Maryland, Baltimore orthodontic residency and obtained his certificate in Orthodontics and Masters in oral biology in 2017.

Dr. Akhavan and his team believe that you, the patient, must receive exceptional value and service in a way that consistently exceeds your expectations. He is determined to turn his patients into raving fans and his dedicated and professional team works synergistically with one goal in mind: to help you get the beautiful and healthy smile you deserve while creating an outstanding customer service experience. Dr. Akhavan is proud to be conservative in his treatment approach and also embrace creativity and innovation by putting new ideas and sound technology into practice to help his patient receive the best outcome possible.

In his free time, Dr. Akhavan enjoys spending time with his family and his two dogs, a five years old Weimaraner named Gus and eight years old rescued, named Fido. He loves traveling and is a foodie and finds real pleasure in cooking delicious homemade food from simple ingredients. One of his favorite styles of cooking is sous-vide. He also enjoys meditation and listening to audiobooks on a variety of subjects, including human behavior and psychology, business and leadership.

I enjoy being an Orthodontist at Pappas and Tapley Orthodontics because it provides a wonderful opportunity to make people smile and develop confidence. I am committed to providing exceptional and individualized care and a journey that is a positive and fun experience. Patients are excited to begin and even more thrilled when they see their new smiles!

Dr. Janet Pappas graduated from the University of Florida with a BS in Microbiology in 1981. She received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) in 1988 from UF with several research awards. She continued her specialty training at UF, receiving a Certificate in Orthodontics in 1990 and entering into private practice with Dr. Tapley.

Dr. Pappas is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association. She keeps current with the latest advances in orthodontics by regularly attending courses and seminars so our patients benefit from the most progressive and successful treatment options available. In the Practice

Dr. Pappas and Dr. Tapley have been working, learning and practicing together for more than 25 years! Having met while working as dental research microbiologists, both were accepted into the same dental class and the same orthodontic residency program. Patients can feel confident in the consistency and excellent communication between the doctors.

Our team is devoted to making our patients experiences exceptional! Each patient is treated like they were close members of the family. Its a fun group that enjoys working together to make our patients smile every day!

Creating great smiles in our office is a lot of fun! We get really excited and involved in our themed decorating and we love contests! and our contest winners really love their various cool prizes! For a glimpse of the fun we have at Pappas & Tapley Orthodontics visit our video.

Dr. Pappas graduated from Buchholz High School here in Gainesville, though she spent her earliest years in New Jersey and one year in the Netherlands! She enjoys the privilege of working in her hometown, having watched Gainesville grow into a wonderful place to live and raise a family.

Dr. Pappas has two daughters, Morgan and Lynna, who attended St. Patrick and then Buchholz too! Morgan is a UF Computer Science Engineering grad and Lynna is at UCF focused on Nursing. Her family also includes 2 dogs, Jaxon and Buffet, Magic the cat, and has had many horses on their farm where theyve bred, raised and shown Hunter/Jumper horses and ponies. Dr. Pappas stays busy keeping up with the farm and is an active gardener, having her home featured in a Secret Garden Tour! They also enjoy traveling adventures to Wyoming with family.

Ive been practicing orthodontics for over 25 years and truly love what I do! Every patient is unique and I enjoy being able to give our patients beautiful smiles that they will have for the rest of their lives. Here at Pappas & Tapley Orthodontics, we are committed to providing exceptional and individualized care. You can be assured that we will work hard to make sure that you and your family enjoy your time spent with us.

Dr. Patricia Tapley was born in Houston, Texas. She attended Indiana University on a four year athletic scholarship, where she played softball for the Hoosiers. She received her BA in Biology in 1981 from IU. In 1984 she received a Masters of Science in Education from the University of Florida. She then earned her DMD from the UF College of Dentistry in 1988, where she received numerous awards for leadership and scholastic achievement. Dr. Tapley completed her Orthodontic Residency at UF in 1990 and entered into private practice at that time with Dr. Pappas. She has been proud to serve the families of this amazing community for almost 30 years.

Dr Tapley regularly attends various continuing education courses, lectures, and seminars hosted by local, state, regional and national professional orthodontic organizations. She believes that continuing education plays a major role in being a successful orthodontist.

With technology always changing and improving, she feels that courses and seminars on the latest methods are crucial in order to stay current with the latest advances in orthodontics. Their goal in taking these classes is offering their patients the most effective and efficient treatments possible.

It is fun getting to know patients and their families, building lifelong friendships that last even after treatment is complete. They have a lot of fun here, and they know you are going to enjoy yourself. When you choose Pappas and Tapley Orthodontics, you are not just a patient; you are part of the orthodontic family!

Her fellow orthodontists elected Dr. Tapley as the first female president of the Florida Association of Orthodontists in 2007. She is also a past delegate representing Florida to the American Association of Orthodontists. Locally she is a past president and current chair of the Ethics Committee of the Alachua County Dental Association.

When not at the practice, Dr. Tapley enjoys spending lots of time at the lake with family and friends. She enjoys the water, gardening, reading, and watching sports (especially college football Go Gators!). Dr.Tapley is married to Craig who is a retired finance professor, having taught for 35 years at the University of Florida. Gainesville has been a wonderful town to call home and a great community in which to raise a family. They have two sons, Kirk and Kyle. They both attended Littlewood Elementary and Howard Bishop Middle School. Kirk then attended Buchholz High School and Kyle attended Eastside High School. Kirk did his undergraduate and Masters degree at the University of Florida, and now teaches 6th grade World History in the Academy at Howard Bishop Middle School. Kyle earned his undergraduate degree in Sustainability Studies and a Masters of Science in Management at the University of Florida. He continues to love music and plays in the indie/rock band Driveaway.

Staying connected to the community is important to me personally, as well as to our office as a whole. We sponsor many local youth organizations and are proud participants for almost 25 years in the Partners in Education Program with the Alachua County School Board. We are currently Business Partners with Chiles Elementary and Meadowbrook Elementary. We love to provide our very popular field trip to several area first grade classes to celebrate Childrens Dental Health Month.

Hi there! Im a Certified Orthodontic Assistant here at Pappas & Tapley Orthodontics. When Im not at the office you can find me outdoors with my husband or spending time with my adorable nephew, Silas. I look forward to meeting and assisting you in creating the smile of your dreams!

Hello! I am a Certified Dental Assistant and I am very excited to help make your smile perfect! I graduated from the Santa Fe College Dental Assisting program the summer of 2019. When I am not at the office you can find me outside riding horses or kayaking down the Santa Fe River. My biggest dream is to travel the world so Im always excited for a new adventure! I look forward to meeting you and helping you to get your perfect smile!

Hi! Im Brittany, and I am the Financial Coordinator for our office. It is my goal to provide you with a financial arrangement that meets your needs and clearly covers every aspect of your Orthodontic Treatment in our office. I take pride in helping our patients and families achieve the famous smiles they deserve while making the most of their insurance benefits. You will also see me welcoming you at the front desk, filling in when needed.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband outdoors. We love riding air-boats, fishing, and going for trail rides on our ranger. It is my goal to travel and visit different destinations as much as I can.

Hi! Im the New Patient Coordinator, so I welcome patients into our office and explain their treatment. I want our patients to know exactly what to expect so they feel comfortable beginning the journey! I will also answer any questions about our flexible payment options. I love meeting new people and I truly want to help patients find a home here with us. Outside the office, I like going on vacation, snorkeling and fishing. My favorite activity, though, is spending quality time with my friends and family.

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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 208 reviews

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Elesha John
a year ago
I went to Next Level Orthodontics for my braces and from the first day to the last everyone was so pleasant and kind. I love the work they did. Now I can be happy smiling and not doubt it. Great thanks to Dr. Akhavan and his staff.


Wendy Padot
a year ago
Impressed by everyone at this practice. Excellent patient care!


Cally House
a year ago
Such kind staff and Dr. A is awesome. I waited until my 30's to start my Invisalign journey and the best decision was choosing this place. I feel like at each appointment my teeth are very carefully examined and my treatment plan evolves as needed to meet my outcome goal. I've always been really apprehensive about any kind of dental work, I've had some bad experiences in the past and can be pretty skeptical or worried about trying new things. It's been about a year into my treatment and the only reason I can say I'm a lot more relaxed now is because I fully trust everyone in this office. Can't wait until my final result is reached. Loving how much progress my teeth have made already. My only regret is not doing it sooner!


Kesha Lewis
a year ago
I love the customer service. The Staff makes you feel comfortable and they are friendly at all times. Dr. A is very informative at every stage of my braces process. I will refer anyone that ask me about an orthodontist to Next Level Orthodontics


Alex Kline
2 years ago
Cannot say enough good things about Dr. A and the rest of the staff. Always extremely accommodating and they made my Invisalign process as easy as possible


Jake Thompson
2 years ago
Super friendly staff! They took great care of me and every visit was quick and easy :)


Kay Mill
2 years ago
Just completed treatment and could not be more satisfied. Dr. Akhavan is a gem. His approach to orthodontics is just what I needed--honesty mixed with a childlike enthusiasm for the art of orthodontics. He delivered everything he promised. Of note also is the staff. All of the ladies, from the front desk to the back of the house, are wonderful at what they do. Thank you, Willa, for helping me start this process and for your kindness and warmth. Thank you, Bri, for being the last staff member that helped complete my smile by putting in my permanent retainers and fitting me for my life long, over night retainers. Thank you to every single staff member that walked a mile with me in this journey. You are all in my heart. A word to seniors wanting to fix teeth they've always hated: JUST DO IT and DO IT WITH Pap and Tap.


Muriel Flanders
2 years ago
Had an issue with my permanent retainer, I called the office and got an appointment the next week which I'm grateful for. Bri & Sarah got me in an out. I was greeted with a smile the atmosphere is welcoming and polished might I add. I would definitely recommend to my family and friends.


Veronica Stehouwer
2 years ago
I really enjoy the staff, location, and treatment. What I don't find okay is the lack of appointment options. I missed an appointment and now cannot be rescheduled until September. I have completed the first 24 trays and am pending my scan for what I assume is the next set. Overextending scheduling capabilities for what I assume is profits seems unethical.


HANYU ZHANG
2 years ago
Professional, kind and patient! Definitely recommend this place!


Nhu Le
2 years ago
I've had braces before but wasn't very good at wearing my retainer; so, my teeth shifted back. I found out about Pappas & Tapley Orthodontics when I moved to Gainesville and had a great experience here. On my first visit, the lady that did my X-Ray and consulted me was extremely nice and helpful. Dr. Akhavan, my technician, Sarah, and his front staff were also very nice and accommodating as I always needed extra rubber bands and they were happy to give me more every time I asked. They also offer in-house, flexible payment plan which is very convenient. The facility is also very clean. On my last visit to take off my attachments, they also give me candies and whitening gels.


April Oates
2 years ago
I highly recommend Pappas and Tapley. Not only is the environment nice and welcoming, the staff is as well. Dr A. and his team are awesome! They're always friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. Pappas and Tapley gave me the confidence to smile big and laugh out loud!


Yong Du
2 years ago
I can't show more appreciation to Dr. A and everyone working in Pappas. Look at the great improvement they've made to my smile in 18 months. They have the best professional skills and service in Gainesville. I visited three other orthodontists before choosing Dr. A, and finally the most achievable price offered by Pappas made my decision. I'm so lucky. I have recommended Pappas to two of my friends and till now they're both very satisfied. Thank you all!!!


Armando Silva
2 years ago
I rarely write any reviews, so the experience must be either horrible or amazing for me to do so. In this case, I can say that my experience with Pappas & Tapley has been nothing short of AMAZING! I've had my Invisalign for 5 weeks now and can already feel the difference. Thank you Wila, Sarah, Dr. Akhavan, and every person is the staff for providing a great service in such a kind way.


Jason Marisco
2 years ago
My experience at Pappas & Tapley has been nothing short of exceptional. Dr. Akhavan and staff offer a friendly and professional service while always doing their best to accommodate my needs. Thanks to them, I am finally rocking a beautiful and confident smile!


Matt
2 years ago
I worked with the Pappas and Tapley team for the past year+ for my Invisalign treatment and I am very satisfied. Dr. A is very knowledgeable and the staff is great. Sarah in particular does an amazing job and goes out of her way to help you. Highly recommended!


Courtney Angelino
2 years ago
Truly wonderful experience. The staff is great. The office is always clean and sanitized. They did an amazing job with my Invisalign and helped with any questions or concerns!


Lisbeth Delgado
2 years ago
Dr. Akhavan and the whole staff are amazing! Due to the nature of my career, I'm always traveling & the staff alway make accommodations for me which I'm super grateful for. I recommended my husband to come here and now he's getting treatment here. My daughter wants to (and will) come here once it's time for her to get braces. The game room is a plus :).


Rae
2 years ago
Nice staff and great results!


Love Love
2 years ago
They are the best! Anytime I have an issue with my braces they get me taken care of right away..


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