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Embrace Our World Orthodontics is a family-run practice in St.

About Embrace Our World Orthodontics
Complex cases—crossbites, jaw alignment, cases that might have needed surgery—resolved through Invisalign First and phased treatment without extractions or surgery.
Reviews at Embrace Our World Orthodontics point especially to outcomes on difficult cases: crossbites and jaw alignment corrected with Invisalign First, and several complex situations resolved without jaw surgery or extractions. Current doctor Dr. Brian A. Schlueter is mentioned for taking time to explain treatment plans and putting patients at ease. Families with kids in treatment and some anxious patients note staff who keep children comfortable during visits, sometimes with games or movies. A number of reviews also mention treatment finishing ahead of schedule.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, July 2021–September 2026, updated September 2026
Embrace Our World Orthodontics is a family-run practice in St.
Louis with over 70 years of combined experience treating children, teens, and adults. They offer comprehensive orthodontic services including braces, Invisalign, and early treatment options using advanced technology like digital impressions and 3D imaging.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Embrace Our World Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Embrace Our World Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Gary H. Shanker, D.D.S
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Dr. Brian A. Schlueter, DMD
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Dr. Jonathan A Shanker, DDS
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Insurance accepted
What patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| Friendly staff | 95 | 1 |
| Treatment results | 69 | 2 |
| The orthodontist | 39 | 2 |
| Clear explanations | 24 | 1 |
| Great with kids | 20 | 1 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 16 | 3 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 18 | 0 |
| Treatment timeline | 11 | 4 |
Recent reviews from Google
When we arrived, the receptionist was so friendly and welcoming. Amber was our Treatment Coordinator and she was the best! She spent so much time answering questions and helping us to feel confident that we understood every aspect of the treatment that our daughter needed. She was personable, friendly, and just a joy to work through the details with. Dr. Brian examined our daughter and he was also so wonderful! He communicated with our daughter in such a positive way and really met her at her level, which we appreciated so much! He's also very friendly and knowledgeable. I left there feeling so confident in the team and the treatment plan that they're providing. We're looking forward to partnering with them through this season of orthodontics. I'd highly recommend checking them out if you need their services :) - Hayley Slay
We chose Embrace Our World Orthodontics, even though they were out of network for our dental insurance. My daughter got her braces off last month. We couldn’t be happier with the plan and the results! All staff were friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Thank you for a great experience!
Embrace Our World deserves more than 5 stars! They truly are the best of the BEST and nothing less than amazing! Both my girls are receiving orthodontic care and love coming to the office, seeing the DRs and the great staff! THANK YOU FOR BEING AWESOME! Peterein Fam!
Terribly disappointed in this group. I made an unfortunate mistake by selecting this office for my older daughter's braces. Learn from my mistake and make a better choice. We will not be a return patient.
I want to first start off by saying, I have never said, "I can't wait to do a review." Everything about this office was absolutely amazing. The office was very clean and professional. As we all know, life itself is right now is just down right, super expensive. At my consultation, we began to talk pricing. The price definitely shocked me. I think more so because of a conversation about housework yesterday that will cost over 13,000. :-( However, I have also never said, "I almost wish there are no other offices that are able to beat your price." Insane, huh? The staff and the environment was just that awesome! I felt welcomed, comfortable and engaged. Last, but certainly not least, Mrs. Angie; what a beautiful soul she is. The moment Mrs. Angie approached me, I new this was going to be a great appointment. Angie's smile and body language showed me right away that she is happy and amazing at what she does. Mrs. Angie aura, energy and demeanor was unmatched. She was very detailed and organized. She was very patient and never did I feel rushed or pressured. Often in my life, when I've shared that I'd like to shop around, the person/company tried to sell me on all the reasons why I should chose them right away. Angie did not do this, she gave me the options and was very understanding and receptive to my feedback. I can easily say, this was one of the most if not the best experiences I've ever had within ANY industry providing a service. Angie is in my opinion, a walking billboard for what stellar customer/patient service looks like. I felt so comfortable that we started to talk about things that are normally uncomfortable to talk about with life, let alone with someone you just met. Thank you all so much. I am prayerful that I am able to return and allow Embrace Our World Orthodontics to provide me the service in need.
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