William Bill Layman, DMD, is passionate about working with patients to create a life-changing smile. He and the suortho team are just as passionate about delivering that care in the most efficient way possible for the patients we serve. We are humbled every day that patients place their trust in our team to accomplish their orthodontic goals. It is an honor that we do not take lightly.

Raised in a small Virginia farm town, Dr. Bill worked during high school as a farmhand, loaded dog feed, mowed church lawns, and pumped gas. He used his wages to help pay for his braces an experience that set him on the path to becoming an orthodontist.

After graduating from The Citadel with a Bachelor of Science in biology, cum laude, Dr. Bill served as a paratrooper with the Armys 82nd Airborne. While in dental school at the Medical University of South Carolina, he was elected and served four years as class president while earning his Doctorate of Dental Medicine.

As an orthodontic resident at Vanderbilt University, he was part of the cleft palate and cranio-facial anomalies team and received extensive training in the dental treatments of obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Bill was also chosen by his classmates and faculty to serve as chief resident.

Dr. Bill has also recently completed his Masters of Business Administration at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania where he received the Ben Franklin award. The Ben Franklin award is voted on by ones peers as the student recognized for their leadership contributions to the class.

Dr. Bill has lived and worked in Clearwater since opening Straighten Up Orthodontics in 2005. His wife Andrea is a third-generation Floridian and a graduate of Clearwater High School. They have a son who is into being a high school boy, lifting weights, football and spending time with his friends.

Dr. Bill and his family enjoy traveling and exploring the beauty that Florida offers. Dr. Bill stays active by playing tennis, practicing yoga and hiking. Dr. Bill is also very proud of his participation in the Ironman 70.3 Cancun in which he qualified for and competed in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship.

He believes strongly that those who are blessed with the opportunity to give back should do so. Whether it be treasures or talents, giving back will repay you tenfold. He is a founding member of the Community Dental Clinic and serves as the clinical chair.

Dr. Bill has also been involved as president of our local Rotary club and currently serves as program chair for the Florida Academy of Dental Practice Administrators, product development advisor for a number of companies the 3D orthodontic ecosystem, Alumni students support for the Wharton School Executive MBA students.

No. All orthodontists must be licensed to practice, but at this time only 1 in 3 orthodontists have continued on to become a board certified orthodontist. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certification process signifies a unique achievementa significant step beyond the two to three years of advanced education required for a dentist to become a specialist in orthodontics. The process requires the orthodontist to demonstrate actual accomplishments in patient care with detailed case reports on the treatment provided for a broad range of patient problems. Board certification is a voluntary achievement that all orthodontists do not choose to pursue. In order to become board certified by the ABO, an individual orthodontist is thoroughly interviewed by a highly respected panel of examiners to demonstrate their orthodontic knowledge, clinical skills and judgment.

One. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) is the only certifying board in the specialty that is recognized by the American Dental Association. The ABO was founded in 1929 and is the oldest specialty board in dentistry. The boards purpose is to elevate the quality of orthodontic care for the public by promoting excellence through certification, education and professional collaboration.

Successful completion of the examination process demonstrates the orthodontists highest commitment to excellence in orthodontics to both the orthodontic profession and the general public. It represents a commitment by a licensed specialist that he/she has the necessary knowledge base and skills to treat patients to the highest of standards. It exemplifies a practitioners commitment to continue to keep abreast of the latest advances in patient care, and to continue to deliver these latest advances to patients. Many orthodontists see it as a demonstration of their dedication to the specialty and the highest level of personal achievement.

Since the establishment of the ABO in 1929, the certification process requirements have continued to adjust to the demands of the specialty. Today, the process involves a thorough Written Examination (240 questions) covering all areas of information which an orthodontist should be knowledgeable. Successful completion of this board exam allows the orthodontist to proceed to the Clinical Examination where they present detailed case reports from their practice/residency, demonstrating a history of excellence in patient care. These cases are evaluated by a panel of examiners and later discussed during an oral examination where the applicant is tested on a wide variety of academic and clinical topics. After successful completion of these examinations, the orthodontist has officially achieved Board Certification, for a time-limited period. The orthodontist must go through Certification Renewal every 10 years to maintain their certification status by demonstrating this continued level of patient care.

We recognize that all 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.

Carolyn has been a part of our team since 2007 and manages the administrative side of the practice. Her favorite part of orthodontics is seeing patients complete their treatment with big, happy smiles.

Natalia is bilingual in English and Spanish, which facilitates patient communication. Her great personality plays an important role in the dynamic of our office. She enjoys traveling, learning about different cultures, scuba diving and other outdoor activities.

Shaun ensures our clinical operations run smoothly andassists with patient care. Shaun enjoys getting to know our amazing patientsand seeing their before-and-after pictures once their treatment is completed.

Carmen is a certified medical assistant and helps with chairside patient care. Carmen is bilingual in Spanish and English. She is originally from the Dominican Republic but grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Florida in 2015. The Florida coast greatly influenced her move. She enjoys going to the beach with her husband and kids.