Premier Orthodontics and Dental Specialists in Downers Grove, IL

The team at Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists in Downers Grove is dedicated to helping kids, teens, and adults achieve healthy, confident smiles. Led by Dr. Corina Radu, a Board-Certified Orthodontist, our practice combines advanced orthodontic treatments, modern technology, and compassionate care to deliver beautiful, lasting results.

As one of the top orthodontists in Downers Grove, IL, Dr. Radu provides personalized care tailored to each patient’s needs. Whether you’re exploring braces, clear aligners, or other orthodontic treatments near you, we’re here to help you smile with confidence.

Schedule your FREE consultation online or by phone today to get started.

Dr. Corina Radu earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her Orthodontic Specialty at George Washington University.
Member of the American Board of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontists, Midwestern Society of Orthodontists, and Illinois Society of Orthodontists.
Dedicated to creating balanced, confident smiles through advanced orthodontic treatments and airway-focused care.
Among the best orthodontists in Downers Grove, IL, offering digital imaging, same-day starts, and personalized care for every patient.
Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists proudly serves these ZIP codes: 60515, 60516, and surrounding communities.
Convenient scheduling and appointment options for busy families.
Flexible monthly payments and interest-free financing available.
Most dental insurance plans accepted, we’ll help you maximize your benefits.

Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists is conveniently located at Downers Grove, IL, just minutes from downtown Downers Grove and the Main Street Metra Station. Patients can easily reach us from major routes, including I-355, Ogden Avenue, Maple Avenue, and Fairview Avenue.

We’re also close to Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital and several well-known neighborhood landmarks, making our office easy to find for local families. With clear signage and convenient parking near the entrance, arriving for your appointment is quick and stress-free.

We proudly welcome patients from nearby communities, including Darien (60561), Lisle (60532), Woodridge (60517), Lombard (60148), Westmont (60559), and Bolingbrook (60440).

Our Team

Your Board-Certified Orthodontist in Downers Grove

Dr. Corina Radu

With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Corina Radu is dedicated to helping patients achieve confident, healthy smiles through advanced orthodontic care. She combines clinical precision with a compassionate, personalized approach, ensuring that every patient feels comfortable and informed throughout their treatment journey.

Creates facial harmony, functional bites, and improved breathing to enhance both aesthetics and overall wellness
Develops customized treatment plans designed around each patient’s needs, goals, and lifestyle
Regularly attends advanced orthodontic courses to stay at the forefront of research and technology
Known for her gentle touch, attention to detail, and commitment to long-term, beautiful results

Excellence

Awards & Certifications

affordability

Financing and Insurance

At Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists, we make confident smiles affordable. We accept most insurance plans, help with claim filing, and offer flexible, interest-free payment options to fit your budget.

During your first visit, our team reviews your benefits, explains costs, and helps design a plan that works best for you.

Typical braces or clear aligner cases start around $3,998, with as little as $500 down.

Accepted plans include Aetna, Anthem/Unicare, Delta Dental Premier, Humana, MetLife, United Healthcare, Principal, and more.

No insurance? No problem! We offer affordable in-house financing and payment plans for every family.

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What are OUR Orthodontic Services?

Discover a complete range of orthodontic treatments designed to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile. Our team provides personalized care using modern techniques for patients of all ages.

Braces

Braces gently guide jaw growth and align teeth, offering reliable, effective treatment that creates balanced, healthy smiles for patients of all ages. Start your treatment today.

SureSmile® Clear Aligners

SureSmile clear aligners are discreet, removable, and custom-made to gently straighten teeth using advanced digital scans, providing predictable results for aligned smiles.

Retainers

Custom retainers help maintain your smile after treatment by keeping teeth stable, supporting alignment, and ensuring orthodontic results remain healthy and secure.

Early Orthodontics

Early orthodontic care guides jaw growth and tooth development, identifying issues sooner, simplifying future treatment, and creating a foundation for healthy smiles for all kids.

Teen Orthodontics

Teen orthodontic treatments balance effectiveness with aesthetics, offering options that fit active lifestyles while guiding teeth into proper alignment for confident smiles.

Adult Orthodontics

Adult orthodontic care offers discreet, modern solutions designed to fit your lifestyle, improving alignment and enhancing oral health while creating confident smiles.

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see why patients trust us

Dr. Corina Radu and the Premier Orthodontics team take pride in creating smiles our patients love. Here’s what they’re saying about their experience with us.

Came in to see Dr. Radu for a consult. She is very welcoming and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!

Dr radu is the best! I did clear aligners (sure smile) with her and am very happy with the results. Dr radu explained every step very thoroughly and answered all questions. Dr radu and her team are so personable and friendly. I always enjoyed going to my appointments. This was an awesome experience. Thank you!

Dr. Corina Radu is amazing! She’s really good at what she does and she has been a huge help for my daughter and I. She’s very professional and I am very thankful for everything she has done for my family.

Very warm and welcoming, and straight forward with the most helpful treatment plan!

Dr. Radu, Ina, and team are absolutely the best! They took over my orthodontic care from my previous provider. The transition to Dr. Radu's care was seamless. She took my preferences and goals in mind and tailored the program to it. I'm super happy with my smile, bite, and alignment. Put your trust in Dr. Radu, Ina, and team and they will handle the rest!

5/5 best ortho on earth

I’ve had such a positive experience at this clinic! The team has been incredibly supportive and professional, and I’ve seen amazing progress with my aligners. Highly recommend their services!

Dr. Radu is an absolute gem! I had an incredible experience as a patient with braces for about 18 months. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and straightforward. If you follow her instructions, like avoiding foods that can break brackets and wearing rubber bands and retainers as prescribed, the whole process will be a breeze. Her entire staff is super friendly and easy to work with, and I never had a hassle scheduling follow-up appointments, even when my retainer broke two days before I left for school. I can’t recommend her enough!

I went to see Dr. Radu after losing my bottom retainer (from 1991) had come loose after being reinstalled by my general dentist 4 months prior. I thought I was going in to see if I can have it put back in and left that day with a plan for alignment trays.

Pros: Dr. Radu is very direct and honest which I appreciate. She is very thorough in making sure she is doing the best job while ensuring you know what she is doing and why. The Elmhurst location is convenient and close to home. Premier Orthodontics also offered a payment plan which was very helpful.

The only Con for me really was the hours but I made it work because I liked Dr. Radu and her staff so much.

I would highly recommend this office for anyone looking for an amazing orthodontist.

Dr. Radu is a smart, friendly, high-energy orthodontist. She actually listens to your concerns and explains different options, and she adapted a plan that fit my needs pefectly. She genuinely cares about making sure you understand your treatment and wants you to be happy with the results. Her assistants are all very nice, patient and friendly, too.

Amazingly thorough

Dr. Corina Radu is nothing but excellent! I saw her for my consultation today and she is EXTREMELY patient with me throughout the process. She is VERY knowledgeable about my treatment and listened to each and every one of my concerns without any issue. Amazing staff members with even more amazing service! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I had an amazing experience with dr.radu

Amazing team and friendly receptionist. Thank you for all your help ! The retainers fit great

Dr. Radu and her staff was amazing and professional. She booked us in right away and was great at explaining to my teenagers how to handle their retainers. I am a physician and would highly recommend Dr. Radu for orthodontic care.

Dr Radu is very kind, compassionate and thorough. I believe she strives for perfection in all that she does, besides being a really nice human

I recommend Premier Orthodontics it’s very professional on what they are doing and how are they treating you.

I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Corina and her staff. I moved to Illinois from Florida. I had a very bad and costly experience using a Dentist and not an Orthodontist. Therefore, I had to redo all of my aligners, wear them longer which cost me more money for the mistake. However, Dr Corina made it very convenient for me by making installment payments. She is very patient and caring. I highly recommend Premier Orthodontist.
Arlene Fishman.

My journey has just ended, and I’m loving the results thanks Dr Radu!!!!!

Best of best orthodont you can find in the chicago area.

Strongly recommend!!!

Very helpful and informative. Very down to earth in explaining any issues.

Look no further than here, Dr. Radu is THE best orthodontist. She is quick, honest, very efficient... Puts 100% effort into everything. And of course, she transforms teeth into beautiful smiles!

Dr. Radu is the best! Friendly and engaging. She takes so much time explaining and answering all questions or concerns. Her treatment has been thorough and brought me amazing results. Staff is friendly and accommodating, don’t go anywhere else for orthodontic care.

Dr Radu was amazing! I went for a free consultation of a problem I was having. She spent so much time with me explaining all the options that I have with fixing my issue. She was incredibly knowledgeable and I could tell she really wanted to help me with the right decision. She went over and above to contact my dentist to make sure that the best plan of care was being made. She is wonderful. I would highly recommend her.

I had a great experience with Dr. Corina. Not only did she provide excellent care and treatment, but she also took the time to answer any questions and address any concerns I had. The office staff was very friendly and efficient, making scheduling appointment a breeze. I am very happy with the treatment I am receiving and would highly recommend Dr. Corina to anyone in need of orthodontic care.

Dr Radu is very professional and honest, she gave a through consultation and even contacted my periodontist and general dentist before giving her opinion on what could be done with my poor teeth after a general dentist messed them up. I dont know when I'll be able invest and start again in ortho work, but I would completely trust her to have my best interests at heart.

Dr Corina is amazing, I was probably one of her though cases, but after 4 years of treatment I’m very happy with the outcome without having to do a surgery. She is very professional, passionate about her work and she cares about her patients. I highly recommend her. Thank you Dr Corina!

Dr. Corina Radu & Premier Orthodontics provided excellent dental care for me. The outcome of my orthodontics was quicker and better than expected. I am very pleased with the results and feel much heathier as a result. I recommend Dr. Corina Radu to anyone that wants excellent dental work and services.

Both of my kids got braces w Dr Radu. Each had very different circumstances. Both had outstanding results! Prior to selecting Dr Radu I consulted w several orthodontist in Elmhurst and Oak Brook. Dr Radu was the most thorough and made sure all our questions were answered. Very honest and no hidden costs.

Very friendly, lots of information ,very helpful

Dr Radu was amazing! 48 year old with braces was an easy experience and my teeth are now perfect! Thank you!!

Doctor was very detailed with her exam and offered a clear explanation with her recommended treatment.

Extremely experienced, competitive pricing, and fast treatment(as long as you wear your rubber bands and don’t break brackets!)

My orthodontic treatment was completed recently, which was transformational. From the moment I walked in the door, the entire team made me feel comfortable and well-cared for.

Dr. Radu demonstrated a high level of professionalism and expertise that assured me of quality care. She and her team took the time to explain each step of the process, answering my questions and addressing my concerns I had about the treatment. It’s clear that Dr. Radu stays current with the latest advancements in orthodontics.

What sets this practice apart is the care and compassion shown by the team. Their personalized approach made me feel valued and heard.

I recommend Premier Orthodontics to anyone, even for those of us who are older, seeking high quality orthodontic care in a warm and friendly environment and at a reasonable price. Thanks for my beautiful new smile!

Dr. Radu Was close to our home, which I appreciated! My son had an expander phase, and then braces. When it came time to do the braces, Dr. Radu offered him a highbred option that worked really well! The office staff is friendly and professional.

Dr Radu is the best! My daughter has the perfect smile and can’t wait for my son to get started on his treatment.

Great Orthodontist! I've been coming to her for years for braces and liners. Dr. Radu and her staff are very kind, and are very accommodating to your schedule. She's caring and patient, and caters to patient specific dental needs until the work is at it's best! My teeth look great! 😄 Couldn't be more satisfied! Thanks Dr. Radu!

Came in for a consultation after my old orthodontist has retired, and I had been left with a lot of questions. Dr. Radu did her best to get to answer any questions despite not having a lot of information from the last orthodontist and was very nice and welcoming!

Dr. Corina Radu is the best. She really cares about her patients and brings about amazing results! I highly recommend her!

I had a wonderful experience at Premier Orthopedics and Dr Corina is extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable in her area of expertise she gave me a smile that I always wanted . Big thanks for all of her hard work!

I loved everything about my braces journey. It’s bittersweet now that they are gone. I am in love with my smile! Thank you Dr. Radu!

Absolutely amazing, the best staff at any organization ever.

It was incredible to go from my crowded teeth to a straighter smile-- especially so close to moving out for college 🙂 Feel so much more confident in my smile, and I am very satisfied with Dr. Radu's service. Definitely recommend!!

I would highly recommend Dr.Radu she is an excellent orthodontist. Dr.Radu thoroughly explains what is needed to achieve your orthodontic goals. She takes great care and is very kind. Not only have I been her patient for adult braces she has also treated my children.

Premier Orthhodontics is absolutely wonderful! The office is welcoming, and the staff are kind. Dr. Radu is an excellent communicator. She is very thorough and makes sure the patient understands their treatment options. I highly recommend!

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