Meet Your Orthodontist

Dr. Monica Ghabbour

Dr. Ghabbour believes that orthodontics is about far more than straightening teeth. It is about building confidence, creating connection, and transforming smiles and lives. Her passion for orthodontics is evident right away. Warm, enthusiastic, and welcoming, Dr. Ghabbour treats every patient like family and is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience from the very first consultation through treatment completion and well beyond.

Clinical Precision and Early Foundation:

Dr. Ghabbour’s meticulous nature and love for problem-solving began early. A former math and physics tutor in college, accomplished ballerina, and Taekwondo blackbelt and gold medalist, following in her brother’s footsteps, she learned discipline, focus, and perseverance as she brings an unmatched eye for detail that today drive her relentless pursuit of perfection in smile design.

Academic Excellence:

Bachelor of Science: Dr. Ghabbour graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a minor in Psychology. As a scholarship recipient and Dean’s List scholar, she earned multiple awards and served as a Presidential Ambassador.

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): Dr. Ghabbour then earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California (USC) Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. At USC, she was awarded a scholarship, recognized on the Dean’s List, and served as a teaching assistant for multiple dental courses. She also worked alongside the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs to mentor predental students, reflecting her passion for education, mentorship, and academic excellence.

Orthodontic Specialty: Driven by her passion for orthodontics, Dr. Ghabbour pursued her advanced specialty training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the Georgia School of Orthodontics. During her residency, she was a scholarship recipient and served as a clinical teaching assistant helping residents with treatment planning and patient care.

Patient-Centered Care Powered by Innovation:

At Light Orthodontics, Dr. Ghabbour combines patient-first philosophy with advanced technology and modern treatment techniques. As a lifelong learner, she continually strives to refine her skills and incorporate the latest advancement into her practice. Her goal is to make every patient’s orthodontic journey as comfortable, precise, and efficient as possible while delivering results that inspire happiness and confidence.

Dr. Ghabbour takes the time to listen, educate, and develop a personalized treatment plan for every patient. She is also fluent in both English and Arabic, allowing her to better serve a diverse community of patients and families.

Life Beyond the Office:

Family is at the heart of Dr. Ghabbour’s life. A dedicated wife and mother of two, her care is reflected in her clinical practice every day. When she is not designing smiles, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, traveling, trying new restaurants, working out, being actively involved in her church and local community, or unwinding with a great book.

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