About Dr. Michaels, DMD

Dr. Michaels is a highly accomplished orthodontist known for his commitment to clinical excellence, precision-driven care, and creating beautifully confident smiles. As a trusted orthodontist in Hialeah and orthodontist in Miami Gardens at Cool Smilez Family Dentistry & Orthodontics, he provides personalized orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults — combining advanced training, modern technology, and a patient-first philosophy to deliver exceptional, lasting results. Raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dr. Michaels graduated as Valedictorian from Elizabeth Forward High School before earning his Bachelor's degree in Economics with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh. He went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and later completed his specialty training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics. With more than 15 years of experience leading a successful orthodontic practice in Port Jefferson, New York, Dr. Michaels has built a distinguished reputation for delivering outstanding care with integrity, artistry, and meticulous attention to detail. As a skilled braces and ClearCorrect provider, he offers traditional braces, clear braces, ClearCorrect clear aligners, surgical orthodontics, and early orthodontic treatment — helping patients of all ages achieve healthy, functional, and beautifully aligned smiles. Dr. Michaels believes orthodontics is about far more than straightening teeth. It is about improving function, building confidence, and transforming lives through healthy, lasting smiles. His passion for continued education and clinical innovation ensures every patient at our Hialeah and Miami Gardens offices receives advanced orthodontic care with the highest level of comfort, quality, and personalized attention.