Orthodontics is more than just the process of straightening and realigning the teeth or jaw. Its also a great way to enhance ones self-image. Orthodontic treatment can be done at any age but the sooner a bite or alignment issue is addressed, the greater chance there is for maximum dental health.
While some orthodontic care can be provided by a regular dentist, we at Custom Orthodontics: Dr. Thomas Herberger, Inc. highly encourage seeing an orthodontist. Dr. Herberger and other orthodontic specialists have the extensive and specialized training necessary to provide their patients with professional treatments, such as custom braces and Invisalign clear aligners.
What sets Custom Orthodontics apart from other offices is that we guarantee our doctor performs all of the chairside work for our patients. Dr. Thomas Herberger customizes all wires placed. Its a custom, personal approach to orthodontic care that patients can trust.
At Custom Orthodontics, we use the newest technology to help us provide our patients with the best, most efficient service possible. We have experience treating patients of all ages. Our family business offers a warm, welcoming environment and will go above and beyond to enhance our patients smile.
Custom Orthodontics: Dr. Thomas Herberger, Inc. provides a wide range of orthodontic treatments to children and adults of Lorain County, Ohio. With an office in Wellington and Sheffield Village, we take pride in our ability to meet each patient and their familys orthodontic needs as well as arrange individual financial arrangements. Whether youre receiving custom braces or Invisalign treatments, Dr. Herberger will always be chairside and doing the work himself.
I was born and raised in Elyria, Ohio. After finishing my pre-dental training at the University of Kentucky, I received a dental degree (DDS) at Ohio State University. I completed postdoctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where I earned my classs highest award for clinical research.
In January of 1995, I was accepted into the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists, a highly regarded scientific and research oriented-society whose members are admitted by invitation only based on testing and their contribution of original research in orthodontics. In January 2010, I resigned from the Angle society to focus on my practice and teaching at Case Western Reserves Graduate Orthodontic program.
My father founded our orthodontic practice in 1956. In June of 1989, I joined and purchased the family business. My father and I worked together until his death in 1995. We have always believed in treating each and every person as an individual and meeting their unique needs.
When Im not helping patients, I enjoy bike riding (I rode my bike across the United States in the summer of 1979), computers, community service and scuba diving. I also help out for 2.5 years at the new Cleveland Aquarium as a diver. Im a member of the Lorain County Dental Society and the Cleveland Society of Orthodontists, and previously served on their boards. I currently teach future orthodontists at Case Western Reserve University in the orthodontic specialty clinic.
Hello, my name is Joanie Herberger and I am the office manager for Custom Orthodontics. I handle and am responsible for all financial arrangements and handle all insurance related business. I bring along 20+ years of experience in the dental field. I earned my EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) certificate in 1980 at the Indiana University in Indianapolis Indiana. I worked as an EFDA in very prestigious dental offices in Valparaiso, Indiana and Philadelphia, Pa. I have a certificate in continuing education classes in dental insurance claim submissions and continue to take continuing education courses in the department of Insurance claims for dentistry. Outside of managing the business office of my husbands prominent orthodontic practice, I am a proud mother of two beautiful, successful children.
I am an active member of the LCCC Womens Group who offer college scholarships to students through our fundraising events. I have held various membership rolls in the dental community over the past 20+ years. I enjoy staying active with my CrossFit classes during the week and gardening in the spring and summer. I love to spend time with our two children every chance I get. I love to travel and visit my Chicago family as this is my home town.
I find my role as office manager very rewarding, I get to meet new people and assist them in a convenient payment plan so that braces can be affordable to everyone. I have enjoyed watching over the years how braces have such a positive effect to ones life from improving their smiles to creating a new self-confidence.
Hi, my name is Veronica and Ive been a Cleveland area resident my entire life. I am a wife and mother of two boys who are patients of Dr. Herbergers. Before becoming a mother, I worked in the medical field my entire career. After seeing Dr. Herbergers work and care first-hand, it was easy for me to want to join his staff and help other patients get the exceptional care they are looking for. In my spare time, I am an artist, enjoying painting and photography.
At Custom Orthodontics, Dr. Thomas Herberger is proud to provide children and adults alike with braces custom-made to meet their individual needs. Dr. Herberger gives each patient the personal attention they deserve in order to help them achieve a beautiful, healthy smile. Using the newest tools and most up-to-date techniques, he custom-makes every brace and wire used on his patients.
Dental braces are devices used in the field of orthodontics that align and straighten teeth to produce an even bite and ultimately improve overall oral health. Braces, which are made of brackets that attach to the front of the tooth, are most commonly worn during the teenage years. However, adults can greatly benefit from wearing braces as well.