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You are here because you want to improve your smile, or the smile of someone you love. At Orthodontists Associates of WNY, we want to ensure you are completely confident with your choice in orthodontic treatment, as well as the orthodontic practice you choose to start your treatment with. That’s why our Buffalo orthodontists offer free Orthodontists Associates of WNY consultations to guarantee you are completely confident in your decision.

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At Orthodontists Associates of Western New York, our reputation as a leader in orthodontic care is based on one thing… Making a Healthy and Beautiful Smile.

Our Buffalo orthodontists and professional staff are committed to delivering the highest quality patient care.

We proudly provide orthodontic services for children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in early treatment for children. Doctors Dominic A. Colarusso, Jr., Steven J. Hietanen, and Andrew J. Dusel have equipped their offices with cutting-edge technology and computerized systems to provide excellence in diagnosis and treatment planning.

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MISSION STATEMENT

To be recognized as the leading Orthodontic Practice of Western New York with an emphasis on Early Treatment.

THE VISION

To be the orthodontic practice of choice, utilizing cutting-edge technology in providing excellence in diagnosis and treatment planning.

OUR BELIEFS

Our Buffalo orthodontists believe that a beautiful, healthy smile is an asset to any patient. This is because a beautiful smile helps promote self-esteem, self-confidence and self-image. Orthodontic treatment brings the face, lips and teeth into proper proportion, as well as correcting problems with the occlusion (the way the teeth come together when the jaws close). Well-aligned teeth are easier to clean, creating better overall oral hygiene, thereby increasing the chances that your beautiful smile will last a lifetime. Furthermore, studies have shown that a healthier mouth can lead to a healthier YOU!

Early orthodontic treatment has its advantages, as well. Managing dental/facial growth and development leads to a nicer-looking, more individualized orthodontic result. We are also better able to identify contributing factors to poor dental/facial growth and development. If left untreated, these can contribute to relapse after treatment. In fact, we prefer to be interceptive and proactive in our approach to orthodontics, rather than taking the traditional reactive approach.

Drs. Hietanen & Dusel Join The Craniofacial Team at Oshei Children's Hospital

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST

Drs. Hietanen & Dusel are proud to be the orthodontists on the Craniofacial team at Oishei Children’s Hospital. The Craniofacial Center aims to help improve outcomes for patients through coordinated care, education, research and advocacy. The Center specializes in the treatment of cleft lip & palate, craniofacial malformations, craniosynostosis, ear anomalies, and hypernasal speech.

The team is nationally recognized as an American Cleft-Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) Approved Team, and fully approved by the Commission on Approval of Teams as a Cross-Specialty Team.

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You want the best for your child, and that includes a healthy and beautiful smile for life. Did you know that your child should be seen by an orthodontist by age seven? Important developmental issues need to be evaluated, and treatment performed early can minimize problems later. Arrange a free Orthodontists Associates of WNY screening for your child with our dedicated Buffalo orthodontists today.

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Dr. Dominic A. Colarusso Jr.
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Dr. Steven J. Hietanen
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Dr. Andrew J. Dusel
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Dr. Kevin J. Hanley
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Dr. Benjamin Hietanen
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I am very satisfied with Orthodontists Associates of Western New York! We receive a warm greeting from Carol and Kathy the minute we walk in the door. My daughter never waits longer than 5 minutes to be called back. Dr. Dusel takes the time to explain everything to both of us and answers all of our questions. The scheduling is very easy as they accommodate my daughter’s school schedule and are able to get her in right away when there’s an emergency. If you need an orthodontist, I highly recommend this practice!

Deb R.

I had been to multiple orthodontists in an attempt to find the cause of my continuously moving teeth (even after 3 years wearing a retainer daily). Dr. Heitnan was the only orthodontist in the Rochester/Buffalo area to find the cause of the problem and corrected the issue. Thank you Dr. Heitnan and the staff at Orthodontics Associaties of WNY for your awesome service!

Tyler P.

Our 12 year old daughter has been a patient for the past year. I had consults elsewhere prior to selecting this group. They were the most informative and educational which they continue to be. Their level of professionalism and attention to all our needs has been exceptional, I am also grateful for the personal approach they take to the care of our daughter and us as a family. I consider myself a rather tough critic and can’t say enough about our positive experience with Dr. Dusel and the entire team at Orthodontic Associates of WNY.

Kathy C.

Excellent patient care! I have two kids that have gone through orthodontic care. Our experience at the office is always pleasant, we never wait long , and it’s easy to make appointments. I am a hygienist, and I highly recommend Dr. Dusel to my friends, family and patients. Two thumbs up!

Julie P.

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