Fort Wayne Orthodontist for Kids, Teens, & Adults
Your Family. Your Smile. Our Passion.
Welcome to Bussick Orthodontics, where we are passionate about turning everyday smiles into extraordinary ones. From your child’s first check-up to adult orthodontic care, our friendly team makes every visit comfortable, positive, and stress-free with modern braces and Invisalign tailored to your family.
Why families choose Bussick
Orthodontic Care Your Whole Family Can Smile About
In Practice Since 1997
Dr. Bussick has cared for Fort Wayne smiles for over 25 years and is a past president of the Indiana Association of Orthodontists.
Invisalign: Diamond Top 1%
Expert orthodontic care in Northeast Indiana designated as a Diamond Top 1% Invisalign provider.
Kids, Teens, and Adults
From a child's first check-up around age 7 to adult treatment, care is tailored to every stage of life.
Free First Consultation
Every new patient starts with a complimentary exam and a clear, no-pressure treatment plan.
Invisalign in Fort Wayne
A Straighter Smile That Fits Your Lifestyle
Invisalign is the clear way to straighten teeth, gradually moving your smile into place through a series of custom-made removable aligners. Because the aligners come out for meals, there are no food restrictions, brushing and flossing stay easy, and office visits are only every 12 to 16 weeks. It is the best way to transform your smile without interrupting your day-to-day life.
Dr. Bussick has offered Invisalign since its inception in 1997 and offers expert orthodontic care in Northeast Indiana with Diamond Top 1% Invisalign Provider status, earned by treating over 300 cases and at least 50 more every 6 months. With newer technology, Invisalign is an option for patients as young as 7, so kids, teens, and adults can all start with the region’s most experienced Invisalign team.
Braces in Fort Wayne
Braces That Are Smaller, Faster, and More Fun
Orthodontics is easier than ever. New technologies have made braces more comfortable and attractive while reducing the time needed to complete treatment. Patients are no longer limited to standard silver braces, as Dr. Bussick also offers clear brackets, and with your choice of elastic ties you can customize your braces and change colors at virtually every appointment.
Braces work for nearly every age and nearly every bite. Dr. Bussick treats kids, teens, and adults at both Fort Wayne offices, and every treatment plan starts with a complimentary exam, digital x-rays, and photos so you know exactly what to expect before anything is placed on your teeth.
Our services
Modern Treatments for Every Smile
Clear and multi-colored braces that are smaller, more comfortable, and faster than ever.
Nearly invisible aligners from Northeast Indiana’s Diamond Top 1% Invisalign provider.
State-of-the-art digital x-rays with sharper images and reduced radiation dosage.
Meet your orthodontist
Dr. Timothy J. Bussick
A Fort Wayne native, Dr. Bussick earned his D.D.S. at Indiana University’s School of Dentistry, graduating at the top of his class, and his Master’s Degree in Orthodontics from the University of Michigan. He opened his Fort Wayne practice in 1997 and was honored with the Harry Sicher First Research Award recognizing the most outstanding research among orthodontists in the nation.
He is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the Indiana Dental Association, and a founding member of the Kids First Clinic for cleft lip and palate care.
Proudly serving Fort Wayne & Northeast Indiana
Your Neighborhood Orthodontist, Twice Over
With offices on Engle Rd in southwest Fort Wayne and on Coldwater Road on the north side, Bussick Orthodontics is minutes from home for families across Fort Wayne, Allen County, and Northeast Indiana. Dr. Bussick has practiced here since 1997, treating thousands of area kids, teens, and adults with braces and Invisalign. Curious what treatment involves? See what to expect at your first visit, browse real before and after results, or review payment options. Every new patient starts with a free consultation, no referral needed.
Common questions
What Fort Wayne Parents Ask Us Most
Dr. Bussick and the American Association of Orthodontists recommend children be seen by age 7 or 8. Early detection of many orthodontic problems can help avoid more extensive treatment later.
It is not necessary to have a referral from your dentist; however, most dentists will make a referral at the first indication that treatment may be needed. In addition, many of our patients are referred by friends, co-workers, and neighbors.
Braces have changed significantly over the last several years. Thanks to technology, today’s braces are smaller and more comfortable than braces in the past. As a patient, you may experience some discomfort after certain visits; however, pain relievers such as Advil or Tylenol can help alleviate the pain.
Each case is different and no orthodontist can give a diagnosis over the phone. The length of treatment and type of treatment needed will determine the cost. When treatment is implemented at the appropriate time, it is often less costly than the dental care that may be needed to treat serious problems in the future.
Have more questions? Read all frequently asked questions.
WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY