Beacon Orthodontic Associates
Shari Lisann, DMD:
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I worked in the orthodontic industry for a few years, so I had relationships with a number of orthodontists in the area. I began treatment with a different orthodontist in the winter of 2019. As my treatment progressed, I felt as though this other orthodontist wasn’t getting me the result I wanted, and during the time I formed a trusting relationship with Dr. Lisann. I knew the kind of work Dr. Lisann did, and how she treated her patients, and I decided I must switch to her to get the personalized patient experience I needed. Boy did that decision pay off!! I started with Beacon Orthodontic Associates in September 2020, and thought I would need 12-18 months to correct the issues I had. Here we are today, May 2021, and I am already done! Dr. Lisann is a wizard with the Invisalign treatment planning, as well as the artistic touches to the contours of my teeth, and I am incredibly happy with my new smile! The experience I had coming into the office with Becky, Dr. Lisann, and others, especially during a pandemic, made me feel safe, comfortable, and known. I cannot recommend Dr. Lisann highly enough!

Dr. Lisann and all of the staff at Beacon Orthodontics are wonderful. I started Invisalign at Beacon Orthodontics, and every appointment was quick, efficient, and comfortable. I ended up moving across the country about half-way through my treatment, and though I was very sad to leave, Dr. Lisann and team made the transfer process super easy, and my new orthodontist was very impressed with my progress so far. Thank you Beacon Orthodontics! 🙂

All my life, I’ve been insecure about my teeth. My insecurity mixed with my general anxiety made any dental appointment really difficult for me. I always came in with a deep sense of shame about my teeth, and I’d been to both dentists and orthodontists before who repeatedly told me that my case was too difficult (one orthodontist quoted me at 4 years of braces, no possibility for Invisalign). It almost seemed hopeless, not to mention the financial burden of it all. Then I walked into Dr. Lisann’s office. First of all, Dr. Lisann has to be the most cheerful orthodontist I’ve ever met. She has this infectious, joyful energy about teeth. She’s enthusiastic, and she has an incredibly positive attitude. She never once made me feel shamed or that my case was too complicated. She greeted me every visit by telling me how great I was doing and complimenting my smile. While I still have anxiety over uncomfortable procedures, Dr. Lisann and her staff really put me at ease. I don’t dread going there. Strangely, I look forward to it! That’s a testament to the kind of atmosphere she’s committed to making her office. Secondly, look at my teeth! I am in awe. I know my case was difficult, but Dr. Lisann did not flinch when I said I wanted Invisalign. She was confident she could do it. She took one look at my teeth and said yes. This is my teeth after 5 1/2 months–I have not yet done refinements or retainers yet, so I’m not finished. But I’m thrilled. My whole face has changed and I’ve gained so much confidence: I smile all the time now. Given how much shame I carried for so long, this means more to me than I can put into words. Even when I imagined my teeth straight, I never imagined they could look like this. Invisalign is not cheap, but Dr. Lisann’s prices were fair given what I’d been quoted before. Also, she sold me Exceledent at cost, because she saw it as a win-win for both of us as it helped the treatment along. I was able to put down a deposit and pay off the rest over the course of a year. As for the Invisalign itself, I found it pretty easy. There are a few days of discomfort, but other than that, I had no issues with it. You have to be committed and you’ll have to give up snacking and sipping on anything but water, but that was not hard for me. And literally no one EVER notice that I have them. Sometimes I may turn down a drink at a social event and say, “I can’t, I have my Invisalign in,” and they will squint trying to see them. I had attachments on almost every tooth–I thought they’d be noticeable. But, as Dr. Lisann jokingly assured me, “People are not that observant.” I just love this woman. I’m so thankful she took on my difficult case and I’m so thankful for her energy and kindness. I can’t recommend her enough.

Beacon Ortho has been doing my braces treatment for over 6 months now. I got the clear braces on top and metal ones for the bottom row. I met Dr. lisann the very first day. They took my pictures and molds and she sat down with me and explained to me what had to be done to make my teeth not look like the inside of a Klingons mouth. I have seen two other Orth/dentist and they all told me that my treatment would take a year and I would be fine with Invisalign. Dr. lisann told me that this wouldn’t be possible and that Invisalign just wasn’t for me. The location is fine and there is plenty of parking on Washington st. A previous post mentioned that parking was hard to come by. I have worked for 8 years in the area and can tell you that there is plenty of 2 hour parking right on the street with no meters, with the most a minute walk. Yes parking is difficult if you want to park in the lot belonging to 637-651 Washington st. There is a nice clean bathroom on the property. I am always greeted with a smile when I walk in, even if I am late. I never have to wait to be seen. I wish I did, because they have these cool arcade games in the lobby with plenty of magazines. All the assistants are extremely nice and all answer my questions. It would be extremely rare not to see Dr. lisann around because it is one big room with about 5 dental chairs and she is always walking around doing something. So are the assistants. Always a smile on everyone’s face. It’s a real pleasure to have them stick their fingers in my mouth. So if your afraid of dentist/specialists head over here for some great Ortho care or just a consultation. BTW I have a weird schedule for work and they always have good openings. Great for kids and in my case great for adults. Don’t be afraid even if your 30 years old to ask for a sticker after your visit. The front desk also has great goodies like pens and hand sanitizer and chap stick. They also offer a payment plan, and the front desk will work with you on that. The only thing missing is valet service Overall A+ service Front Desk A+ Location A Cleanliness A+ Assistants A+ Dr. Lisann A+

I can’t begin to say how great everyone is there! All 3 of my kids have had braces and they are so accommodating and patient. They know how to relate to kids, teens and adults which is not true everywhere else. I highly recommend Beacon Orthodontics to anyone looking for great treatment.

We had multiple friends recommend Dr. Lisann and we are so glad they did! So far, Dr. Lisann and all the staff at her office have been great to work with- patient with our daughter, great at explaining the process and flexible and responsive. We will absolutely have our younger children’s orthodontic work done by Dr. Lisann and recommend her to friends!

If you need orthodontic treatment you should go somewhere where they really know what they’re doing. Dr Lisann was recommended to me by my dentist when I was considering Invisalign (I am an older woman) and I am extremely happy with the results. I really enjoyed my visits as the staff there is very friendly while also being very organized. Dr Lisann was very friendly, straightforward, and thorough when she explained the process. She monitored my progress meticulously, adjusting the Invisalign tray schedule as needed, and removed some attachments part of the way through. The final result looks gorgeous and in fact the gap in my teeth closed more than I had expected. The goal was not just straightening my teeth, but improving my bite to make it healthier. Not only do my teeth look amazing but the TMJ I’d had for years is gone. I highly recommend Dr Lisann to anybody, at any age, who needs a great orthodontist.

Dr. Lisann and her staff are the best! I had braces placed as an adult in my late fifties. Dr Lisann took the time to explain the process in great depth and took the time to explain each step of the way. She is a perfectionist and that’s what you want when your trying to achieve a beautiful smile that lasts forever! Now my grandchildren are tweens and teens and I have been bringing them to Beacon Orthodontics for evaluations and one is ready for braces the other will be ready soon. I would not bring my grandchildren any where else. Dr Lisann and her staff are professional, kind and always run on time. Parking is easy! I can’t say enough about this practice!