About
Dr. Joel Gluck opened his Nashville orthodontic practice in 1983 after his orthodontic residency and master's degree at the University of Michigan. He has taught as attending faculty in Vanderbilt University Medical Center's orthodontic residency since 2009, receiving VUMC's Edward Hartley Angle Award for resident education in 2012, and has served on the board of the invitation-only Schulman Study Group. His son, Dr. Jono Gluck, a Nashville native with a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an orthodontic residency and MSD, now practices alongside him in Green Hills. Both were named to the peer-nominated topDentists list in 2025 and 2026. The practice treats children, teens and adults with metal and clear braces and Invisalign, recommends a first check by age 7, and offers complimentary consultations.
Good to know
- Father-and-son orthodontists; practicing in Nashville since 1983
- Braces and Invisalign for children, teens and adults
- First orthodontic check recommended by age 7
- Complimentary consultations; call or text 615-269-5903
- Open early (7 a.m.) Wednesdays and Thursdays
Photos
Photos: Gluck Orthodontics.
Questions people ask
When should my child first see an orthodontist?
The practice recommends a first check by age 7 and says it will advise waiting and monitoring when early treatment isn't needed.
Do they offer Invisalign?
Yes. The practice offers Invisalign and describes itself as a Diamond+ Invisalign provider.
Is the first visit free?
The website offers a complimentary consultation.
What are the hours?
Mon-Tue 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed-Thu 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.-noon (per their website).
