As a child, I loved going to see my pediatric dentist and my orthodontist. I was also drawn to science, medicine, and art. Dentistry, and the orthodontic specialty, offered a way to be an important part of peoples lives: influencing facial growth and building a healthy, functional, Spectacular Smile that lasts a lifetime!
My teamand I are here to give you and your family the best orthodontic care. Professionally, my goal is to maximize the function and aesthetic of an individuals cheekbones, jaw, nose, facial profile, and teeth, regardless of their age.
I treat my patients and their families the way I would like my family to be treated. That includes the highest quality and individualized orthodontic care, and a personal interest in you and your family. I love seeing how each person's confidence grows as we work together to reveal their TrueSmile!
With early intervention, also known as Phase-One treatment, I can positively guide a childs facial/jaw development before a problem starts or worsens. In addition to using appliances to better position the upper jaw and improve lower jaw growth, I use specialized methods to limit habits that can be detrimental to growth and tooth eruption, and may lead to airway issues.
I am blessed to work with a variety of patients of different ages, interests, and backgrounds. I love the opportunity to get to know each patient as an individual and appreciate the unique energy and excitement each brings to my practice and my life.
When I am away from the office, I make incredible memories with my husband Mike and my daughter Sophia. You may see Sophia at the office sometimes, for her own treatment and because she wants to be an orthodontist! Our family includes a loveable but naughty Maltese named Toby.
We love going swimming and hiking, enjoy movie nights, and like to try out different restaurants in the area. Of course, we also love to travel when we can, especially to Brazil, where I was raised, to visit with family and friends.
Outside of work, I enjoy strengthening relationships with friends and family. Living a healthy lifestyle, with a blend of exercise, yoga, and swimming, is important to me. That said, I do make an occasional exception for my love: coconut ice cream!
Through continuing education, I strive to be at the forefront of the latest developments in orthodontics. Throughout the year I attend numerous local, regional, and national meetings, and participate in the industrys most renowned continuing education workshops.
This enables me to learn about the latest research, treatment changes, and new technologies. I am excited to constantly challenge myself and expand my knowledge and skills, to ensure my patients receive the best care for their new smiles!
Additionally, I have the pleasure of being part of the Marquette University School of Dentistry Mentorship Program. This innovative program provides the students with a trustworthy role model with whom they may discuss their questions and dental school experiences.
Orthodontists, like Dr. Wiltse, diagnose, prevent, intercept and treat dentaland facial problems. Safe and proper tooth movement is important but so is the guidance of dental, jaw and facial development for best esthetics and function!
When your treatment is complete, you will have thatSpectacular Smileyouve always dreamed of and the confidence to show it off!Your orthodontic treatment will also give you the benefits of long-term dental and overall health.
Weat TrueSmile orthodontics & estheticswant you and your family to feel comfortable throughout your entire orthodontic experience. Our practice is dedicated to making sure you receive the quality care you deserve.
Dr. Wiltse encourages parents to intervene early to achieve best results forkids. Early intervention can positively guide facial and jaw developmentbefore a problem starts or worsen. Habit treatment such as thumb sucking and tongue thrust can improve self-esteem, facial growth, tooth eruption and prevent airway problems.
Some people think orthodontic care is only available for children and teens but healthy teeth can be moved at any age!Many adults are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, and very excited about today's advancements andthe options Dr. Wiltsegives them to reveal theTrueSmilethey have always wanted.
Our office works with your dentist and other specialists so that communication is clear and open. This interdisciplinary care is also important fo the success of the most complex cases, including surgical treatment, botox, and fillers for a full smile rejuvenation.