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Bird Smiles Orthodontics is a woman-owned, boutique orthodontic practice in Washington, DC led by Dr.

About Bird Smiles Orthodontics
Long-term retainer outcomes and detailed bite corrections stand behind Dr. Sonia Talley's approach, with some patients avoiding jaw surgery altogether.
This orthodontic practice handles a range of cases from early childhood treatment through adult Invisalign and braces, with several reviews describing complicated bite corrections resolved without surgery. Retainer care comes up more than usual, including long-term retainer bars still holding teeth in place years later and transparent pricing for replacements. Reviews mention Dr. Sonia Talley explaining treatment plans and cost breakdowns in detail before starting, and the office is often described as clean and calm with short wait times.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, October 2020–September 2026, updated September 2026
Bird Smiles Orthodontics is a woman-owned, boutique orthodontic practice in Washington, DC led by Dr.
Sonia Talley and Dr. Katie Clark. They offer Invisalign, braces, and specialized treatments for children, teens, and adults, utilizing state-of-the-art digital technology including iTero digital impressions and cone beam CT scanning.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Bird Smiles Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Bird Smiles Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Sonia Talley
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-- DARLENE BYRD --, DMD,MSD,PC
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-- KATHRYN JAN CLARK --, DDS
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Dr. Katie Clark, DDS
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Insurance accepted
What patients say
Latest review 8 weeks ago
What patients praise
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
|---|---|---|
| Friendly staff | 46 | 0 |
| The orthodontist | 39 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 30 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 19 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 16 | 1 |
| Great with kids | 17 | 1 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 16 | 2 |
| Responsiveness | 14 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
They were amazing. They were supper gentle and I had such an easy time with my Invisalign highly recommend going here.
The best treatment and the nicest doctors. I trust them very much and they make the process go so smoothly and celebrate you when your done with any treatment!
Excellent service, office was patient and understanding throughout the Braces journey, Doctors and Practitioners all had equally amazing service and worked well. If emergency appointments are needed, they will be there to take care and fix any unexpected damage.
I’ve been with Bird Smiles since 2010 when I was 8 years old. It’s also been a great experience working with them. They have always been very friendly and accommodating. Now, 16 years later, I can confidently say I recommend working with them for all of your orthodontic needs.
My younger sister recommended this office after finishing braces treatment herself, and seeing her results convinced me to finally schedule a consultation. The orthodontist came across as calm and experienced from the beginning, which helped because I was nervous about needing major corrections. They reviewed everything thoroughly and explained realistic expectations instead of promising perfection overnight. One thing I’ve noticed is how patient the assistants are during longer appointments, especially when adjustments become uncomfortable. I did experience extra soreness after one tightening visit, but they answered my questions quickly and gave advice that genuinely helped. The office can get noisy during after-school hours, though it still runs efficiently overall. My teeth already look far more aligned than before and smiling feels much less awkward now during conversations or photos.
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