Meet Dr. Karan Patel

My decision to become an orthodontist was made the day my braces came off. As a child, an injury that affected my appearance was impacting my confidence. After treatment, my self-esteem was not only restored but elevated beyond all expectations. I strive every day to create smiles that provide that same transformative experience my orthodontist afforded me all those years ago.

Education

Saint Louis University
Center of Advanced Dental Education in Orthodontics, M.S. in Dentistry
Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine
Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science in Biology

Professional Affiliations

Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
Secretary, Polk County Dental Association
West Coast Dental Association
Florida Dental Association
American Dental Association
Florida Orthodontic Association
Southern Association of Orthodontists
American Association of Orthodontists

Certifications

Digital Dentistry SureSmile; DentSply Sirona
Saint Louis University Orthodontics
Certification in Invisalign
Saint Louis University Orthodontics
Certification in uLab
Saint Louis University Orthodontics
Soft Tissue Laser Training
Saint Louis University Orthodontics
Tweed Typodont Course

Community Service

Give Kids a Smile
Alpha Omega Oral Cancer Awareness 5k
Family Medical Mission
Shadowed and assisted health professionals from America in providing free medical care to the underserved in India. Assisted in surgeries and helped teach healthy lifestyle practices.

Outside the Office

When I'm not practicing orthodontics, I enjoy spending time and traveling with my large family! I follow and play basketball and football – that includes fantasy sports! From trying new restaurants to cooking using as many methods as possible, food is a passion of mine. I gravitate towards learning about new technologies and how they can help increase my productivity and creativity. I especially love technology applied to graphic arts and design.