I feel blessed every day to walk into my office and have the opportunity to interact with all of my wonderful patients and staff. Orthodontics is a truly special profession which affords me the privilege to serve each and every one of my patients in a very unique way. Experience counts, and I personally have been privileged to treat over 15,000 people in the course of my career, allowing me to see and treat pretty much any orthodontic problem a person may have.

Orthodontic treatment is beneficial in so many ways.I believe in a holistic approach to your orthodontic care. More and more evidence shows the association between oral health and overall general health.

Straight teeth are easier to clean and maintain so the health benefits are numerous. Social benefits are many as people with beautiful smiles have improved confidence and self-esteem, are perceived to be more intelligent and better leaders, get their desired job more often, and tend to receive about ten percent higher compensations than their counterparts with crooked teeth. Providing a beautiful smile can change an individual's life and open many life and career opportunities.

To see people's self-confidence and self-esteem grow as their teeth align is truly a blessing. To be able to help people in this way is one of the great joys in my life. My treatment philosophy is simple. I treat each of my patients as I would like to be treated or have one of my family members treated. I strive for excellence in all I do for every one of my patients.

I grew up in Tonawanda, New York, where I went to high school and then went on to college at the University of Buffalo where I graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I received my dental degree in 1981 from the Ohio State University and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Honorary Dental Society. After graduating, I worked at a general dental practice in Batavia, New York, for three years when I decided to make my life's work providing orthodontics for children and adults. Beginning in 1983, I trained full time at the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and was awarded my certificate in orthodontics in 1985.

Medicine and dentistry, including orthodontic practice, is changing at a phenomenal rate and therefore requires continuous study to stay abreast of all the latest techniques, materials, and appliances. This is an extremely important component of my professional life which allows me to provide my patients with the most up-to-date, state-of-the-art treatment. I currently have 2500 hours of post graduate continuing education which places me in the top percentage of all dentists in New York State.

I believe service should be an important part of anyone's life, and to this end, in addition to full-time orthodontic practice, I wasanAssociate Clinical Professor of Orthodontics at the S.U.N.Y. Buffalo School of Dental Medicine Orthodontic Program where I taughtorthodontic treatment techniques to the orthodontic residents. Iheld this position for 18 years and am a delegate to the American Association of Orthodontics. I also serve on the Board of Directors and am a Past President of the New York State Society of Orthodontists. Additionally, I am a past president of the Eighth District Dental Society which serves approximately 1,000 dentists in the eight counties of Western New York.

I am currently a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy, a member of the Batavia Rotary Club, and attend Northgate Church in Batavia. I have coached ice hockey for 17 years and have been fortunate enough to be able to help 15 great young ladies achieve their goal of playing college ice hockey. I have chaired the Development Committee for the Genesee Chapter of the American Heart Association, and help raise funds for cancer research and cleft lip and cleft palate surgery for needy children.

I have been married for 40 years to my wonderful high school sweetheart, Donna and God has blessed us with three beautiful daughters. I love spending time with my family, friends, staff and patients enjoying many activities including skiing, mountaineering, technical rock climbing, ice hockey, white water kayaking, canoeing, camping, biking, hunting, fishing and hang gliding.

Orthodontics is my passion and I feel so fortunate to be part of this profession. The field of orthodontics is both an art and a science. This combination has always intrigued me. When patients come into the office, I am looking to optimize function, esthetics and stability for an improved quality of life. It is so rewarding to see the changes in confidence and self-esteem that accompany the smile transformations! It is also an honor to get to know our patients during their journey to a beautiful, healthy smile.

My interest in dentistry started at a very young age. I had several relatives who were dentists, so I had an early introduction to the field. I earned my Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with distinction in the Biological Sciences from Cornell University. I then attended the University of Pennsylvanias School of Dental Medicine as a Deans Scholar and earned my Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree. During dental school I was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Matthew Cryer Honor Societies and was honored to receive numerous awards for academic and clinical achievement. Upon graduation from dental school, I enrolled in a post-doctoral program in orthodontics at Stony Brook University. I spent three years there specializing in the field of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

The field of orthodontics is always evolving. Technological advances, new materials, products and techniques are constantly being introduced. I believe in the importance of continuing education to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in the field. Staying abreast of these latest advances allows us to provide our patients with the very best in orthodontic treatment.

I am a native of Western New York: I was born in Rochester and grew up in Batavia. Although my education then took me elsewhere, I was very excited to relocate back home in 2008! Outside of the office, I love spending time with my husband Roger and our two children Kyle and Sophie. The kids are growing up so quickly, and I savor every moment with them! As a family we enjoy crafting and playing games together, traveling, reading, watching movies and enjoying the outdoors. I love to bake and I especially enjoy creating and decorating themed goodies for special occasions. I find that it is another outlet for my artistic side!

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

I've been working at this practice since 1981 with the exception of a two-year break in 2004. My favorite part about this job is meeting and getting to know the patients and their families. It's also a joy to see the children transform during their treatment!

Ive been married to my amazing husband Victor for 30 years. We have two children, Nick and Gina. Our black lab Ellie is also a special part of our family. In my spare time I enjoy snowmobiling, cooking, and just spending time with my family and friends.

I take care of office correspondence, scheduling, answering the phone, purchasing office supplies, payroll, planning and organizing office events, and fill in as receptionist or treatment coordinator when needed. I also work in the clinic as Chairside Assistant when needed. We all put our patients first and it's wonderful working with some of the top orthodontists in Western New York.

I'm the person who handles your financial agreements and insurance claims. It makes me proud that I can help our patients reduce treatment cost and maximize their benefits. I'm always here to answer any financial questions you might have!

I perform all receptionist and office functions at our Perry office. I love working with patients and their family members. The best part, though, is seeing the end result and how pleased the patients are with their smile. We all work well together because we have the same goal: keeping our patients on track and happy.

I assist the doctors with patients, do sterilization, and pack supplies for our satellite offices. It's a great feeling being able to help our patients achieve their best smile and to build their confidence. The entire team truly cares about our patients and we all work well together. Iunderwent orthodontic treatment myself, so I understand what our patients have to do to achieve the smile they want.

Myhusband and I have four sons and some grand-babies. We all love to do outdoor activities like camping, four wheeling, and snowmobiling. We also have two boxers that have as much energy as the kids do!

I work with Dr. Salmon and Dr. deSa with chairside patient care. Ihavea great time meeting and getting to know all of our wonderful patients and their families. Everyone on our team is so friendly, helpful and dedicated to making our patient experience exceptional. It makes working here a lot of fun!

I greet everyone as they come into the office, answer the phone, take care of all financial aspects, and keep the office running smoothly. The doctors and staff here take great pride in their work and we all love getting to know our patients. This makes for and awesome working atmosphere. Our doctors are very talented and caring and we have people travel great distances to receive treatment with us.

Ive been part of the Salmon Orthodontics team for more than 25 years. I greet our patients and assist our doctors in providing quality orthodontic care. I really enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team that strives for the best smile.

I assist chairside as well as doing diagnostic records. For the past ten years, Ive loved meeting so many people throughout the community and knowing that I contributed to improving their smiles and overall health. I also love that we are a team and work together so wellto give each patient the best results in achieving a beautiful smile.

Im responsible for helping the doctors chairside during procedures and treatment. I enjoy working with doctors and staff at our offices because, not only are they highly skilled and knowledgeable, they are all kind, caring, and gentle professionals.

I love living in Western New York. We have seven and nine wonderful grandchildren. Away from work I love the outdoors, family gatherings, music, comedy, and trivia. I look forward to meeting you should you need orthodontic treatment!

I have the pleasure of being associated with Salmon Orthodontics for over 18 years, first as an orthodontic assistant and now as the receptionist at our Hornell Office. It is awesome to work with such a wonderful dedicated team that delivers outstanding care. I thoroughly enjoy meeting new patients and watch them grow up over the years. I take great pride in making sure all our patients are well cared for.

I'm married and have three children and two grandchildren. I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and watching college football during my off time. My family is very important to me and I care about you as part of my orthodontic family, too.

I'm responsible for records, assisting the doctor, and greeting patients and parents. I like being part of a team that creates beautiful smiles and helps make orthodontic treatment a positive experience. We strive to give our patients the best possible result and truly care about them.

I assist Dr. Salmon and Dr. deSa in the clinic. I love helping patients achieve their best smiles and boost their confidence. I have always had a interest in orthodontics and am grateful that I get the opportunity to pursue this career. The team is a great group of people to work with.

As Treatment Coordinator, I have the pleasure of working with Dr. Salmon and Dr. deSa to present treatment plans to our patients in a caring and informative way. It it such a delight to see how happy and healthy our patients are with their new smiles! I am excited to be a part of such a great team of compassionate professionals.

I enjoy assisting the doctors chair side and love my interactions with all our wonderful patients. The joy of seeing each patient's orthodontic treatment come true is my favorite part of what we do. It makes such a tremendous impact on peoples' lives.

At Salmon Orthodontics we want to make getting outstanding orthodontic treatment convenient and affordable. We have fiveoffices: Batavia, Arcade, Hornell, Perry, and Wellsville, NY to serve our community in the best possible way. All our offices offer a friendly and comfortable environment where we treat our patients like family.

We make sure our patients stay informed through all phases of their orthodontic experience with continued communication and guidance. You can also rest easy knowing that, should you have an issuearise duringyour orthodontic treatment, we offer 24-hour emergency services.

Our entire team is passionate about what we do and were always excited to welcome new members to our orthodontic family. Please give us a call today so we can start on our journey toward your beautiful new smile!