Happy New Year from Van Vliet Orthodontics!

The year is almost over, and as Dr. Van Vliet and his team reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask all our patients: what was memorable about 2009 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2010? Do you have a New Year’s resolution, or any exciting plans for the coming year?

Have a safe and happy New Year, from Dr. Van Vliet and the rest of the team at Van Vliet Orthodontics!

Dr. Van Vliet featured on the Science Channel!

Did you happen to catch Dr. Van Vliet on the Science Channel recently? He discussed the science of creating a perfect smile with the revolutionary new tool, SureSmile.

In the video, the narrator describes SureSmile as "groundbreaking technology (that) has opened a new frontier in orthodontics."

Dr. Van Vliet and team couldn't agree more.

To learn if you're a candidate for SureSmile, or for any more information on SureSmile, give us a call!

Happy holidays!

SureSmile makes the rounds on ABC’s “The Doctors” - Dr. Van Vliet

On a recent episode of ABC's "The Doctors," Dr. Thomas Lee of Oxnard, California, was interviewed in front of a live audience and demonstrated SureSmile technology and discussed treatment benefits for orthodontists and their patients. Dr. Lee's 14-year-old patient, Nina, who had just completed SureSmile treatment, was part of the segment as well, and spoke positively about her SureSmile treatment experience.

SureSmile is a software program that facilitates the precise positioning of a patient’s teeth placement for orthodontic braces. Did you know Dr. Van Vliet is a certified SureSmile provider? Give us a call and ask for more information!

--The team at Van Vliet Orthodontics

Patient reviews for Van Vliet Orthodontics

Dr. Van Vliet and his team love getting patient reviews. And lately, Van Vliet Orthodontics, serving Ramsey, NJ and Highland, NY and surrounding communities, has been getting some pretty great patient testimonials! We thought we'd share some with you today! Happy Friday!

"The office has a wonderful feeling. The staff are all pleasant and helpful. I especially appreciate that everything runs on time and that we are told in advance how long the appointments should take. All of this demonstrates respect for the patients and their families." ~ Maureen H.

"Dr. Van Vliet is personable and knowledgeable. I have confidence that he knows the most about orthodontics than anyone else and trust him immensely with my care and the care of my children." ~ Sue H.

"Hard to say, there's more than one best. Great improvement to the smile, great office, all staff kind and helpful, efficient, quick, well organized." ~ Andrew H.

"Dr. Van Vliet and his staff are extremely professional at all times. The appointment times are accurate. It is nice to know that you will not be waiting in the waiting room for a long time. His punctuality is greatly appreciated." ~ Nicole S.

"It's a very friendly atmosphere which lessens anxiety for my daughter. I love the cleanliness and sterility of the environment, as well as no long wait period when you arrive. Dr. Van Vliet is sincere, knowledgeable in his field and very thorough. Thank you Van VlietOrthodontics!" ~ Brianna L.

Meet the Orthodontist

Dr. Martin Van Vliet, a board certified orthodontist, was born and raised in upstate New York. He attended the State University at Albany, where he earned his BS degree. He continued his education at Farleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry, receiving his DMD in 1975. After completing two additional years of specialty training in the field of orthodontics, Dr. Van Vliet earned his Orthodontic Certificate from the State University of New York at Buffalo. In 1988, he was elected as a Diplomate on the American Board of Orthodontics.

When not working, Dr. Van Vliet enjoys spending time with his wife of over 35 years, Marita, and their two adult children, Maureen and Michael. Marita, a former high school mathematics teacher holds an MS degree in Mathematics Education. She began her volunteer fundraising efforts as Chairman of the Board of Managers of the American Cancer Society's Bergen County Division and presently sits on The Valley Hospital Auxiliary's Board.

Maureen, a licensed child and adolescent psychologist, earned her PsyD degree in 2003 from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Maureen currently has a private practice in Ramsey, NJ. Michael completed his MD degree from Albany Medical School in 2006. Dr. Michael is presently a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery resident at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center.

Though Dr. Van Vliet enjoys traveling, golf and fishing, his favorite leisure activity is 'hangin out' with his Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cody!