Garai Orthodontic Specialists

Garai Orthodontic Specialists is a well-established and highly-regarded orthodontic clinic serving the Northern Virginia area, with locations in Vienna and Great Falls. The practice is led by Dr. Allen Garai, a Board-Certified Orthodontist with over two decades of experience in creating beautiful smiles. Dr. Garai is also an attending faculty member, teaching orthodontics at Children's National Medical Center and Washington Hospital Center. He has been consistently recognized as a "Top/Best Orthodontist" by various publications, including Washingtonian Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, and Virginia Living. The clinic prides itself on providing personalized, high-quality, and compassionate orthodontic care for both adults and children. They are known for their expertise in a range of advanced orthodontic treatments, with a strong focus on discreet and "invisible" options. Key services offered include: Invisalign and Invisalign Teen: Garai Orthodontic Specialists is a "TOP 1% Provider" for Invisalign and Invisalign Teen, utilizing advanced Itero laser scans for precise treatment planning. They also offer Accelerated Invisalign treatments with AcceleDent® Aura, potentially reducing treatment time by up to 50%. Lingual Braces: Dr. Garai is recognized as a leader in lingual orthodontics, offering "hidden" braces (such as Harmony™ and Incognito™ systems) that are placed on the inside of the teeth, making them virtually invisible. He has extensive experience and has been teaching lingual orthodontics since 1998. Traditional Metal and Clear Braces: While specializing in less visible options, the clinic also provides traditional metal and clear braces for comprehensive orthodontic correction. Early Prevention and Pediatric Orthodontics: They offer two-phase pediatric orthodontic treatment, which combines tooth straightening with jaw development, and utilize palatal expanders for younger patients. Corrective Jaw Surgery Pre-surgical Treatment: For more complex cases requiring surgical intervention, they provide the necessary pre-surgical orthodontic preparation. Patients consistently praise Garai Orthodontic Specialists for their friendly and efficient staff, comfortable office environment, and Dr. Garai's ability to explain conditions thoroughly and deliver excellent results. The clinic is committed to making orthodontic care accessible, offering full in-house financing with 0% interest, no down payment options, and affordable monthly payments. They also work with most major dental insurance plans. Garai Orthodontic Specialists aims to build lasting relationships with their patients while transforming smiles and improving overall oral health.