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
- 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.