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Winning Smiles - Buffalo

Winning Smiles - Buffalo provides orthodontic care in Buffalo, NY, serving children, teens, and adults.

205 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
4.7(932 reviews)
Call Now(716) 332-2444Book OnlineWebsiteDirections

About Winning Smiles - Buffalo

Young kids getting phase 1 orthodontic work here often see Dr. Michael Foley credited for calm, patient explanations with anxious or special-needs children.

This orthodontic practice sees a notably high share of early treatment cases for young children, alongside braces and Invisalign for older patients. Reviews describe an office built around younger and more anxious patients, with themed rooms, play areas, and staff who are patient with squirming or nervous kids, including those with autism or other special needs. Dr. Michael Foley is repeatedly credited with walking families through procedures step by step and checking back in on nervous parents. Scheduling has been a sore point for a meaningful number of reviewers, with cancellations, long waits for new appointments, and billing or insurance disputes coming up more than occasionally.

Summary of 200 patient reviews, January 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026

Winning Smiles - Buffalo provides orthodontic care in Buffalo, NY, serving children, teens, and adults.

The practice is staffed by seven board-certified orthodontists: Dr. Michael Foley, Dr. Ashley Acevedo, Dr. Onalee Sortino, Dr. Paul Jeon, Dr. Jenna Heitzler, Dr. Cody Wiktorski, and Dr. Alison Wehde, all credentialed by the American Board of Orthodontics. Treatment options at this Buffalo orthodontist include Invisalign clear aligners and early treatment for younger patients. The practice uses digital impressions and intraoral scanning technology to capture patient records without traditional molds. The practice accepts insurance and Medicaid. Payment plans are available for patients managing treatment costs. A complimentary initial consultation is offered, and patients can schedule appointments through the practice's online booking system. The practice has received a 4.7-star rating from 932 reviews on Google. Winning Smiles - Buffalo serves patients throughout the Buffalo area. Prospective patients should schedule a consultation to determine which treatment approach is appropriate for their individual orthodontic needs.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalignEarly TreatmentEarly Treatment
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Who They Treat

Winning Smiles - Buffalo provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

Winning Smiles - Buffalo uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

3D Digital Scanning
Laser Dentistry
laser

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. Michael Foley, DDS

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Dr. Ashley Acevedo, DMD

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Dr. Onalee Sortino, DDS

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Dr. Alison Wehde

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Dr. Paul Jeon

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Insurance accepted

7 plans listed
AetnaCignaDelta Dental PPODenteMaxHumanaRenaissance DentalUnited Concordia
Winning Smiles - Buffalo accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 8 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Early phase 1 treatment is a defining part of the practice, mentioned far more often than typical for a general orthodontic office.
  • Reviews describe staff as especially skilled with young, anxious, or special-needs children, using themed rooms, play areas, and a gentle pace to ease visits.
  • Dr. Michael Foley is frequently described as explaining each step before procedures and returning to check on nervous kids and parents.

Things to know

  • A notable number of reviews describe scheduling problems, including cancelled appointments, long waits for rescheduling, and no-show fees despite valid reasons.
  • Some reviews describe billing and insurance disputes, including inconsistent coverage decisions and unexpected costs.

Who it suits

  • Young children starting early orthodontic evaluation
  • Anxious or nervous patients
  • Families managing several kids in treatment at once

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Michael Foley · 37 reviews
  • Dr. Ashley Acevedo · 4 reviews
Last 90 days
17 reviews
averaging 3.7★
Last 12 months
64 reviews
averaging 3.4★
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98% of reviews
Reviews per month
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Average rating by year
  • 20225.0
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1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Early (phase 1) treatment17
  • Braces4
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff68 / 12
  • Great with kids60 / 5
  • The orthodontist52 / 6
  • Scheduling & wait times12 / 32
  • Gentle, comfortable care29 / 4
  • Clear explanations19 / 4
  • Responsiveness9 / 13
  • Office & technology16 / 4
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff6812
Great with kids605
The orthodontist526
Scheduling & wait times1232
Gentle, comfortable care294
Clear explanations194
Responsiveness913
Office & technology164

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Recent reviews from Google

4.7
932 reviews
LaPrieta Trece1313
LaPrieta Trece1313
3 weeks ago
“

That im not scared of my dentist and I always get the same dentist and they always polite and caring.and im not nor have sit there for a long time for them to call me and they efficient. I’ll recommend this dentist for all your children braces or dental specialists

Review from Google

Sierra Rost
Sierra Rost
a month ago
“

Beyond upset with this dentist office. Our appointments are constantly cancelled. I reached out today to find out why our appointment was never confirmed with me, come to find out they have been texting and calling a phone number that does not belong to me or my family and that’s why our appointments are never kept. My child had a dental emergency and was unable to be seen for up to 10 days, just for them to cancel it. All because they were reaching out to someone who was not me. When I asked if there was anything they could do since this was not my mistake but the office’s mistake, they told me no. This is an unfair practice and HIPPA is not confirmed when reaching out for appointments, this then lies on the fault of the patient when the office messes up.

Review from Google

Julie Kacz
Julie Kacz
2 months ago
“

Dr. Foley went above and beyond to fit my son in immediately for a tongue tie release. He did an amazing job educating us on the health outcomes that come with ties as well as demonstrating how to identify a tie. The procedure and aftercare instructions were clearly explained. We felt confident that we were making the best decision for our sons health as well as prepared to care for him post procedure.

Review from Google

Yajaira Planell
Yajaira Planell
Edited 2 months ago
“

We Love this dental office. My baby girl has been going here since she was 2 yrs old. She looks forward to her dental visits. Today she got the big girl treatment. Staff is super nice beyond pleased. Another visit she enjoyed!

Review from Google

Andrea Finch
Andrea Finch
Edited 2 months ago
“

I chose Winning Smiles in Buffalo even though it is an hour drive from my home for various reasons. They corrected my daughters lip tie as an infant. I was impressed with their care then. Which was a big factor as to why I brought my now 3 year old and 1 year old daughters in for their first dental appointments. I have dental anexity from my childhood and was very nervous for my girls. The staff was amazing. They spoke directly to my girls and explained everything in great detail mkaing them feel comfortable and excited about the process of the cleaning. There were no tears all smiles durning and after our treatment. Overall I was very impressed with this level of attention to my little ones and making the routine visits fun and engaging.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Winning Smiles - Buffalo offer?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo offers: Invisalign, Early Treatment.
Does Winning Smiles - Buffalo accept dental insurance?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo accepts Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental PPO, DenteMax, Humana, and others.
Does Winning Smiles - Buffalo offer free consultations?+
Yes, Winning Smiles - Buffalo offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (716) 332-2444 or book online to schedule.
Is Winning Smiles - Buffalo accepting new patients?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo is currently welcoming new patients in Buffalo, NY. Call (716) 332-2444 or book online to schedule.
Where is Winning Smiles - Buffalo located?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo is located at 205 Linwood Ave. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=5415981277784034411&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Winning Smiles - Buffalo?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Winning Smiles - Buffalo offer payment plans?+
Yes, Winning Smiles - Buffalo offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Winning Smiles - Buffalo?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo is staffed by Dr. Michael Foley, Dr. Ashley Acevedo, Dr. Onalee Sortino, Dr. Alison Wehde, Dr. Paul Jeon. The practice is board-certified.
What is the patient rating for Winning Smiles - Buffalo?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo has a 4.7-star rating based on 932 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Winning Smiles - Buffalo been in practice?+
Winning Smiles - Buffalo has been providing orthodontic care since 1998, serving the Buffalo, NY community for over 28 years.

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Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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