Families, teens, and adults trust us for personalized care, advanced technology, and exceptional results. Discover why our Park Ridge orthodontic team is the preferred choice for healthy, confident smiles.
From your first visit to your final retainer check, treatment at DiFranco Orthodontics is tailored just for you. Led by experienced orthodontists, including Dr. Paul DiFranco, Dr. Jessica Hedger, and Dr. Omar Souman, our team places your goals, comfort, and long-term results at the center of everything.
Whether you’re seeking braces for your child, clear aligners for yourself, or children’s orthodontic guidance, we develop a treatment plan that fits your life, not just your teeth. This emphasis on personal service is why so many patients in Park Ridge and the surrounding suburbs choose us.
Effective orthodontic treatment isn’t just about braces or aligners—it’s about precision, predictability, and comfort. At our practice, we invest in state-of-the-art dental technology:
These tools support our mission to deliver high-quality orthodontics in Park Ridge, IL while offering smoother, faster, and more comfortable treatment experiences than ever before.
With over 15,000 smiles transformed and decades of orthodontic service in Park Ridge and nearby communities, DiFranco Orthodontics has become a trusted local name. Patients refer their friends. Dentists send their families. And new families continue to join because they’ve heard firsthand what it’s like to be treated here.
Our approach is rooted in:
Whether you’re beginning your orthodontic journey as a child, teen, or adult, our practice provides treatment tailored to your specific needs.
Families choose us for:
We’re also committed to flexibility, and our scheduling reflects this commitment: same-day consultations, evening and weekend availability, and patient-friendly financing and insurance options.
Everything is designed to make your orthodontic experience in Park Ridge, IL convenient and effective.
Quality orthodontic care should be accessible. At DiFranco Orthodontics, we provide a complimentary* smile assessment, comprehensive treatment with transparent pricing, flexible financing options, a helpful Rewards Club, and team-based support for insurance and payment planning.
Our patients consistently express appreciation for how we alleviate financial stress from their smile journey.
Beyond the braces and aligners, we believe in giving back. Dr. DiFranco and the entire team are deeply rooted in Park Ridge, living in the area, supporting local schools, and serving families just like yours.
That community focus translates into a practice where everyone is viewed as a neighbor, not a number.
Your experience extends beyond treatment—it’s about trust, care, and long-term relationships.
We just has our first experience with the great people at DiFranco Orthodontics. Jenny was incredibly well‑spoken, patient, and took the time to clearly explain the entire process, including how to ... Read More
Great practice! Very professional. Great experience so far!
I want to thank Melissa and the folks at DiFranco’s office. My son lost his retainer with his fake teeth while away at college. They were able to provide a quick fix with the spare retainer in les... Read More
Jenny was wonderful during my son’s first braces appointment. She was patient, kind, and explained everything clearly. We had a great experience and truly appreciate her care and professionalism.
Amazing staff and dr. Always on time with schedule and no wait. Free professional dentistry.
We love the flexibility and care here!
Thanks to Marlen for taking my braces off
I had always wanted braces and my friends went here, so I eventually got a free consultation and soon enough got my braces. Throughout the treatment the staff have been so helpful and kind. They said ... Read More
Thank you Marlen for getting my braces off!
I have had my braces for a bit more than two years and everyone here has been so kind to me and i have never had an unenjoyable experience. One nurse that has has been exceptionally nice to me is Sari... Read More
Thank you marlen for helping me take off my braces!!
I had a wonderful experience at DiFranco. Especially, I would like to thank Jenny for taking a good care of me and explaining everything!
The staff is very competent and friendly
I have been going here for a while, and today Michelle was working on my teeth and she was very nice, she was one of the best people to work on my teeth and I hope she has many more wonderful patients... Read More
Sarina was so kind and understanding. By far my favorite worker and made my experience amazing! Thank you!!
Thank you Marlen for doing a great job taking off my braces and being very careful and cautious with my teeth.
Sarina helped me with my braces today, and she was very efficient and nice. She had nice conversation between me and my grandfather and was overall really sweet.
Always a great experience at every appointment. Sarina is so sweet, friendly, and efficient each time.
Great office, great staff. Only problem: I hate braces. I would still recommend DiFranco Orthodontics because they try to minimize the discomfort and try to get your teeth straight as fast as possible
We just has our first experience with the great people at DiFranco Orthodontics. Jenny was incredibly well‑spoken, patient, and took the time to clearly explain the entire process, including how to care for the braces and what restrictions to follow. My daughter felt comfortable and confident thanks to her professionalism and clear communication. Highly recommend!
I want to thank Melissa and the folks at DiFranco’s office. My son lost his retainer with his fake teeth while away at college. They were able to provide a quick fix with the spare retainer in less than 24 hours. Thank you everyone! Best service ever!
Jenny was wonderful during my son’s first braces appointment. She was patient, kind, and explained everything clearly. We had a great experience and truly appreciate her care and professionalism.
Amazing staff and dr. Always on time with schedule and no wait. Free professional dentistry.
I had always wanted braces and my friends went here, so I eventually got a free consultation and soon enough got my braces. Throughout the treatment the staff have been so helpful and kind. They said it would be 18 months and they did not lie!! Thank you Marlen for taking my braces off!! I had a great experience at DiFranco and my teeth are very straight 😃
I have had my braces for a bit more than two years and everyone here has been so kind to me and i have never had an unenjoyable experience. One nurse that has has been exceptionally nice to me is Sarina. She is always making me smile with braces and without. She knows my name and has taken amazing care of me answring all of my random questions.
I had a wonderful experience at DiFranco. Especially, I would like to thank Jenny for taking a good care of me and explaining everything!
I have been going here for a while, and today Michelle was working on my teeth and she was very nice, she was one of the best people to work on my teeth and I hope she has many more wonderful patients to work on their teeth.
Sarina was so kind and understanding. By far my favorite worker and made my experience amazing! Thank you!!
Thank you Marlen for doing a great job taking off my braces and being very careful and cautious with my teeth.
Sarina helped me with my braces today, and she was very efficient and nice. She had nice conversation between me and my grandfather and was overall really sweet.
Always a great experience at every appointment. Sarina is so sweet, friendly, and efficient each time.
Great office, great staff. Only problem: I hate braces. I would still recommend DiFranco Orthodontics because they try to minimize the discomfort and try to get your teeth straight as fast as possible
