Dr. Douglas Rediger has been providing beautiful smiles as an orthodontist in Arnold, MO for more than 25 years. He was born in Nebraska, grew up in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and currently reside in St. Louis where he loves being able to enjoy time with his extended family. Dr. Rediger received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the University of Missouri-Columbia and went on to receive his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Dentistry.

Dr. Rediger spends his free time cheering on the Cardinals and Blues. He also loves cheering on the Mizzou Tigers and Nebraska Cornhuskers football teams. Dr. Rediger enjoys living in the city and being close to Forest Park, where he can be found bike riding, visiting the zoo, attending concerts, and seeing shows at the MUNY and the Fox Theater.

Both teens and adults can benefit from Invisalign treatment to help close gaps between teeth and treat an overbite, underbite, open bite, crossbite. and crooked teeth.After an examination and x-rays of your teeth, we can discuss if Invisalign treatment is right for you.

Invisalign treatment straightens your teeth without wires and brackets, using a series of clear, customized, removable retainers called aligners. The aligners are designed to gradually move your teeth to the desired position, as prescribed by your orthodontist, with each one made to fit your mouth at each treatment stage. These aligners are easily removable for eating and drinking, as well as brushing and flossing.

Thanks to the latest advancement in braces technology, clear braces offer a less visible alternative to metal braces.They are just as effective as traditional braces, but made with clear brackets and minimal wires that adhere to the teeth. If you want a more discreet option, but arent a candidate for Invisalign treatment, clear braces are for you!

Many of our orthodontists useDamon System for our clear braces. Utilizing a patented slide mechanism to connect archwires, the Damon System allows your wires to move freely and uses gentle forces designed to protect the health of your teeth and gums while in treatment.

No matter how much money and time youve already invested in your braces, proper oral care is still the key to walking away with a beautiful, healthy smile. Prioritizing your oral health and taking good care of your braces is essential for avoiding complications during your journey and increases the result of great looking teeth.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a childs first evaluation for orthodontic care should happen no later than the age of seven or at the first sign of orthodontic problems. Not only does orthodontic treatment perfect beautiful smiles, it also helps boost confidence, improves oral health, and can serve as prevention for more serious future dental work for you or your child.