I grew up in Richmond, Virginia. After high school, I lived overseas in Peru for two years where I completed a humanitarian mission and became fluent in Spanish. I later received a B.S. in Biology from Brigham Young University where I met my lovely wife, Silvia (who was raised in Peru and Japan).
I accepted a full ride scholarship from the Navy to attend dental school at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Immediately following dental school, I completed a Navy sponsored residency program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. After serving honorably in the Navy for seven years, I decided to pursue specialization in orthodontics at Jacksonville University in Florida. I am a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and have been practicing dentistry since 2009.
I became an orthodontist 35years ago so I could make a difference in peoples lives. A beautiful smile does so much to make a person feel good about themselves, their appearance, and their health. In some cases, a new smile is truly life changing.
I love to see my adolescent and teen patients grow and evolve into young adults, knowing I have played a part in helping them achieve a beautiful smile and improved self-confidence. I also get great satisfaction by helping my adult patients achieve the beautiful smile they have always dreamed of. It is such a pleasure to meet so many wonderful patients, getting to know them over time and helping them to achieve their personal best. I can't think of any job I would rather do.
I am continuously taking continuing education courses in order to keep my practice state-of-the-art. It is important to me that my patients receive the most efficient, up-to-date, and comfortable care possible. Committed to lifelong learning, I have an inquisitive mind and like to try new treatment options. I take lots of training in aesthetics, self-ligating brackets, Invisalign, treatment mechanics, dentofacial orthopedics, orthognathic surgery, and practice management.
A native of New York, I have lived in Burlington, Iowa, for the past 26 years. My husband, Martin, and I have two children, Anna who is a graduate student, and Michael who is studying electrical engineering. Our family would not be complete without our two dogs, Sully and Dexter, our two cats, Colby and Speedy, and a Senegal parrot named Bijou. My time outside the office is spent with my family, cooking, camping, traveling, practicing yoga, and knitting.
Dr. Daniel Garrison and Dr. Teresa Salino-Hugg know the difference orthodontics makes for those we treat. We love watching each persons self-esteem blossom as they see their teeth straighten and share their excitement at the end, when the beautiful, confident smile is revealed!
Ours is a friendly and warm practice, where we work one-to-one with patients and families throughout treatment. We want you to have a smile that improves your oral health, grows your self-confidence, and is an achievement youre proud to share!
Choosing orthodontic treatment is choosing to make a lasting change in your life, or that of a loved one. This decision should be made with all the information at hand: treatment options, costs, duration, and expected results.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 68 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestRenee Plenge
a year ago
Super quick and thorough. Educating my teen on necessary care of new appliances, and encouraging.
Gabby Casarez
a year ago
Y'all are the best
Courage Tran
a year ago
They have provided us with very good customer service.
Stacy Lumbeck
a year ago
The staff is amazing and so patient and so helpful.
Zac Fuller
a year ago
Absolutely Great staff to deal with! Highly recommend!
Katie Bierwirth
a year ago
The staff is very friendly and explains everything so well, and Dr. Garrison is very helpful and explains everything in great detail and was very patient with all of our questions! Thank you
Emily McDaniel
2 years ago
Best care we've ever experienced!
Renee Plenge
2 years ago
Super pleasant, no waiting, very encouraging to my teen. Love the cookie.
Zac Fuller
2 years ago
Absolutely Great staff to deal with! Highly recommend!
Amanda Maxwell
2 years ago
The office was very nice, the staff was friendly and welcoming. Lots of cool things in the waiting area, like the arcade game and cappuccino machine, although there was very little wait time. Dr. Garrison was very nice and explained everything very well to me and my daughter. Even had fresh baked cookies for the kids! Very impressed!
Kara Stephenson
2 years ago
Great place to receive Orthodontic services. Very professional and caring staff all around!! Always friendly, informative and compassionate team!!
Christine Miller
2 years ago
I've had three children get Orthodontic treatment here. Always with amazing results!
Kaitlin Krueger
2 years ago
We love River Ridge! They are so quick to get my son in for last minute appointments, staff is friendly and welcoming :)
Jennifer Wong
2 years ago
Answered questions and great at explaining options
Ali Rowland
2 years ago
Great staff that is super friendly and informative.
Britina Condren
2 years ago
Excellent orthodontic services! Highly recommend for a family friendly staff and state of the art technology/devices.
Nicole Harper
2 years ago
The staff made my daughter feel safe and comfortable during the process of getting her braces. I appreciate their professionalism and efficiency!
Heather Luft
2 years ago
Very friendly and professional.
Amy Gruntmeir
2 years ago
Fabulous staff
Alexia Day
2 years ago
Just got done with my sons consult and couldn't be happier with Dr. Garrison and staff. He was very thorough with explaining everything and Taletha was super nice and very knowledgeable as well with my questions.