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Dr. Matt Miller
Board certified orthodontist, Stony Brook professor, and lifelong Long Islander. Get to know the doctor behind your smile.
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His Story
Homegrown on
Long Island
Dr. Matt Miller grew up in East Setauket and attended Ward Melville High School. He went on to Boston College before earning his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry, where he graduated in the top 5% of his class and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society. He completed a General Practice Residency at Stony Brook University, then returned to NYU for three additional years of specialty training in orthodontics.
Today, Dr. Miller is one of only a third of practicing orthodontists in the country who is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, dedicating time each week to training the next generation of orthodontists. He has multiple published research papers on the prevention of white spots in orthodontic treatment. When he's not in the office or the classroom, he's spending time on Long Island with his wife and son Matteo, playing tennis, catching live music, or checking out car shows.
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Before & After
Real patients, real results
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Built on Expertise
The work behind every smile
Where Dr. Miller trained, and the credentials he brings to every treatment plan.
Boston College
Bachelor's Degree
NYU College of Dentistry
Graduated Top 5% of Class. Inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society.
Stony Brook University
General Practice Residency
NYU Orthodontics
Three-year advanced specialty program in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.
Board Certified
American Board of Orthodontics. A distinction held by only one in three practicing orthodontists nationally.
Stony Brook Faculty
Clinical Assistant Professor at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. Published researcher.
The Journey
From Long Island for Long Island
Some orthodontists end up where they are by chance. Dr. Miller's path was intentional from the start. From growing up on the North Shore to training at some of the best programs in the country, every step brought him closer to building the kind of practice Long Island families deserve.
East Setauket
Born and raised on the North Shore. Graduated from Ward Melville High School with roots that keep him connected to the community he serves.
Boston & New York
Boston College for undergrad, then NYU College of Dentistry where he graduated in the top 5% of his class and earned three additional years of specialty training in orthodontics.
Back to Long Island
After years of training, Dr. Miller came home to do what he loves. He opened his practice in Rocky Point and started teaching at Stony Brook University.
Braces Island
Today, Dr. Miller treats families across Suffolk County with the same care he'd give his own. Board certified, still teaching, still learning, and still proud to call Long Island home.
Patient experiences
Hear it from real patients
Walking into an orthodontist's office can feel intimidating, especially for the first time. We hear that a lot from new patients. We also hear that the reality is nothing like what they expected. Here's what families across Long Island have to say about their experience at our office.
Good to Know
Questions? We've got answers
The things patients and families ask us most, from expertise and first visits to treatment options and payment plans.
What does it mean to be board certified?
Board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics is a voluntary credential that goes beyond the standard licensing requirements. It involves rigorous written and clinical exams and is earned by only about one in three practicing orthodontists in the country.
Will I always see Dr. Miller at my appointments?
Yes! Dr. Miller personally handles every patient at every appointment. There are no associate doctors or rotating providers. The person you meet at your consultation is the same person who treats you from start to finish.
Does Dr. Miller treat adults too?
Absolutely! A growing number of patients at Long Island Braces are adults. Dr. Miller offers discreet options like Invisalign and ceramic braces that fit around your work schedule and lifestyle.
What is Dr. Miller's approach to treatment planning?
We treat patients of all ages. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first screening by age 7, but it's never too late to start. Many of our patients are adults seeking discreet options like Invisalign, ceramic braces, or LightForce.
Where did Dr. Miller train?
Dr. Miller earned his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry, graduating in the top of his class, then completed a hospital residency at Stony Brook and a three-year orthodontic specialty residency at NYU. He continues to teach at Stony Brook University, staying current with the latest techniques.
Is Dr. Miller from Long Island?
Yes. Dr. Miller grew up on Long Island and still lives in the area with his family. Treating patients in the community he calls home is part of why he opened the practice, and it's why so much of his care feels personal.
Still have a question? Give us a call at (631) 744-8400, we're always happy to help.