Board-Certified Orthodontist
Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Meet Dr. Zack
Orthodontic care built to feel calm, clear, and human.
Dr. Zack Bracket is a board-certified orthodontist focused on creating a relaxed, thoughtful experience while delivering precise, high-quality treatment.
Why Orthodontics
A relaxed experience shaped the way he practices.
As a teenager, Dr. Zack visited two orthodontists. One felt busy and corporate. The other felt relaxed, personal, and calm.
That experience stayed with him. Today, he wants orthodontic care to feel clear, comfortable, and thoughtfully planned.
I hope patients are excited to see me years from now and still happy with their teeth.
Education and credentials
A strong clinical foundation combined with continued learning and research.
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Orthodontics Certificate
Specialized orthodontic training at Tufts
Academic Distinction
Magna Cum Laude, high class rank, and research recognition
Philosophy
Treatment should feel understandable from the start.
Dr. Zack focuses on explaining options clearly so patients can make confident decisions without pressure.
Education and credentials
No pressure approach
Clear explanations instead of rushed decisions
Built around your life
Evening and Saturday hours designed for real schedules
Individual treatment planning
No two patients are treated exactly the same
Long-term relationships
Care designed to last, not just finish treatment
After hours
Outside the office
Dr. Zack values balance, energy, and staying present. Outside orthodontics, he enjoys weightlifting, yoga, hiking, reading, music, and competitive games. He also appreciates slow, unstructured time, starting the day well-rested and letting it unfold naturally.
Common questions about Dr. Zack
Why the New River Valley?
He attended Radford University and chose to stay for the slower pace, natural setting, and strong sense of community.
Where did he train?
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where he completed both dental and orthodontic training.
Why evening hours?
To make care easier for patients who would otherwise need to miss work or school.
Start here
Simply Smiles starts here.
Start with a consultation and we’ll walk you through the next step.