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Dr. Robert W. Shafer

Founder, Shafer Smiles

Dr. Robert Shafer is the founder and CEO of Shafer Smiles Orthodontics. He has over twenty years of experience in orthodontics, and has helped over six thousand children and adults achieve the smile they can be proud of. Dr. Shafer currently holds memberships with the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics.

About

He received his bachelor’s degree from Eastern Illinois University and then went on to receive his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University (’92) where he was second in his class. He received his master’s degree in orthodontics from Marquette University (’94). Dr. Shafer was certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics in February 2005.

Dr. Shafer and his wife, Michelle, have three children: Lane, Sydney and Ella. He and Michelle grew up in Catlin, Illinois, and they now reside in Mahomet, IL. Dr. Shafer became interested in orthodontics as a result of his own experience with his orthodontist. This helped him to realize the importance of a beautiful smile and how it affects a person’s self-esteem.

Published Book

Share Your Smile

How To Choose An Orthodontist Who Puts Patients First

Your child’s smile is important. Poorly aligned teeth or jaws can affect your child growing up around peers, and even into his or her careers as they age. Significant medical problems, such as chronic migraines, gum disease, and infections can occur due to the lack of a straight smile as…

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