At Hidden Valley Orthodontics, we believe that everyone deserves to love their smile. A straight smile boosts your confidence, improves your appearance, and helps you maintain good dental health. Our team, led by Dr. Fortney and Dr. George, has been serving our community for more than 40 years, providing top-notch orthodontic care in Escondido and San Marcos, CA. We strive to provide efficient, comfortable, and effective treatment that exceeds our patients' expectations.
Our Mission
Our primary goal is to ensure that our patients get the best results while enjoying the journey to their perfect smile. We focus on providing comfort care, state-of-the-art technology, and a patient-friendly environment. Our orthodontic services include early treatment, Invisalign, braces, retainers, and cosmetic treatments. We also offer emergency orthodontic care and have a dedicated team to help you with any concerns.
Our Services
At Hidden Valley Orthodontics, we offer a range of orthodontic services tailored to meet the needs of teens, adults, and children. Our early treatment programs allow us to monitor your child's growth and development, catching potential alignment issues early and addressing them before they develop into bigger problems. We also offer Invisalign, a comfortable and almost invisible alternative to braces, and traditional braces that are sleeker, more compact, and more comfortable than ever. Additionally, we provide retainers to protect the alignment of your new smile after orthodontic treatment.
Meet Our Orthodontists
Dr. Fortney has more than 30 years of experience in the field of dentistry and orthodontic care. She obtained her general dental degree from Northwestern University and completed a one-year dental residency at Ravenswood Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Fortney completed her dental training in 2001 with a specialty degree in Orthodontics at the prestigious Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. In 2006, she obtained her Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (the highest distinction achievable in the specialty of orthodontics).
Dr. George obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Louisiana State University. She completed her three years of specialty training in orthodontics at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry, where she obtained her certificate in orthodontics. She also achieved a Masters of Science degree in Oral Biology, where her thesis was published in the American Journal of Orthodontics.
What Our Patients Say
Don't just take our word for it! Our patients rave about their experience at Hidden Valley Orthodontics. From the comfortable and modern office to the friendly and knowledgeable staff, we strive to provide exceptional care that exceeds our patients' expectations.
Overall Experience
The reviews from various authors are overwhelmingly positive, with each author giving the orthodontist office a 5-star rating. The common thread among all the reviews is the exceptional quality of care, staff friendliness, and modern facility. The doctors are described as professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to patients' concerns. The staff is praised for their kindness, patience, and helpfulness.
Facility and Equipment
The facility is described as "clean and modern" and "amazing". The equipment is mentioned as being top-notch, with some authors specifically praising the use of technology. The waiting area is described as comfortable and equipped with amenities such as a bar height table with outlets.
Staff and Doctors
The staff is consistently praised for being friendly, attentive, and helpful. The doctors are described as professional, knowledgeable, and caring. Authors specifically mention the great communication skills of the staff and doctors, with some mentioning that they took the time to explain everything thoroughly and answer all questions.
Patient Experience
Most authors mention that they felt comfortable and at ease during their visits. Some authors mention that their children were nervous about getting braces, but were reassured and put at ease by the staff and doctors. Many authors express gratitude for the care and kindness shown by the staff and doctors.
Recommendations
All authors recommend the orthodontist office without hesitation. Some authors specifically mention that they will continue to recommend the office to others.

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