Chapel Hill Orthodontics | Orthodontics in Durham

Orthodontics in Chapel Hill, Durham, Mebane & Roxboro

The Team You Choose Makes All the Difference

At Smith & Heymann Orthodontics, we know a beautiful smile has the power to impact your life in a positive way. Thank you for the privilege to care for your smile.

You’ll have us right by your side, from your first consultation to your last day of treatment and you see your new smile for the first time. We can’t wait to see the changes in your face and your life.

Meet Your Expert Orthodontists

Our Doctors

Spending all of our waking hours (and some of our sleeping ones) focused on smiles is a pretty awesome career. Meet your friendly board-certified doctors, experts in transforming your life through braces and Invisalign.

Meet Board-Certified Orthodontist

Dr. J. Dempsey Smith

Dr. Smith is a native of North Carolina, valedictorian of his high school, top of his class in dental school and lauded graduate of UNC. But, what sets him apart is his passion for people and what orthodontics can accomplish to improve your life.

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Meet Board-Certified Orthodontist

Dr. Gavin Heymann

Dr. Gavin Heymann was born and raised in the Chapel Hill/Durham area. He loves improving people’s health and lives through orthodontics.

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Meet Board Certified Orthodontist

Dr. Katya Skillestad

Dr. Kat grew up just south of Charlotte, North Carolina, but she was actually born in the former USSR and came to the United States as a baby. She loves seeing the transformation in her patients’ lives and confidence.

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We've Made Thousands Smile

Patient Testimonials

Dr. Kat and the entire staff at Smith & Heymann are wonderful! Dr. Kat has done a great job straightening my teeth. If I ever have any questions about my treatment plan she makes sure to take the time to answer each one thoroughly and she does so with genuine kindness. I can't recommend this practice enough!

- Alexis

Dr. Smith is amazing with kids. My first time here. It is one of the most advanced dental clinics I have ever seen. Self-check-in and I was called in on time. Attention to detail by Dr. Smith and all the staff. Super friendly staff.

- Hamayun

Dr. Smith and his staff are the kindest people! They really care about you and your smile. I could not have asked for a better team to not only assist me with my braces but also two jaw surgeries. I will be going back to them when my children need braces. Thank you!

- Jessica

Both my wife and I have used Dr. Smith for Invisalign. Both of us started our experience with another provider. Dr. Smith has the smoothest running, kindest, and most capable ortho practice I've ever worked with.

- Andrew

Best dental experience ever. I enjoyed every visit to Dr. Heymann and am thrilled with my treatment results! Several people recommended him (including my favorite dental hygienist, who was herself a patient of his) for Invisalign straightening.

- Kathryn

Dr. Smith is an excellent orthodontist; my spouse is a dentist, and she trusts Dr. Smith with their orthodontics care. Dr. Smith's whole team is warm and caring as well. We highly recommend them!

- Eric

Dr. Smith and his team are amazing. I am a 30+ year old male who got Invisalign. The outcome is much better than what I expected. Most importantly, everyone in his office has always been very friendly, provided great customer service, and demonstrated their interest in giving me a perfect smile.

- Alberto

It’s always a positive experience when we walk through the doors. Friendly welcome, smiles everywhere, little to no wait time, yummy coffee....exceeds our expectations! Keep up the great work and impeccable customer services!