Orthodontists in Dawsonville

Dr. Michael Phelan has made it his goal to provide the absolute best orthodontic experience and result for every patient.

Dr. Phelan earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and went on to complete his Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry and orthodontic residency at the Medical College of Georgia.

Dr. Phelan is a member of the Georgia Dental Association, American Dental Association, Georgia Association of Orthodontists, and American Association of Orthodontists, among other organizations. In his spare time, Dr. Phelan enjoys spending time with his family, Lake Burton, snow skiing, travel, and antique automobiles.

Board-certified in both the US and Canada, Dr. Kar is an award-winning orthodontist who began her academic journey with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts and a master’s degree in project management from the Georgia Institute of Technology. She spent several years in the design and development industry before making the bold career change to pursue a career designing confident smiles as an orthodontist. She then earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. She then completed a craniofacial orthodontics residency, earning a second Master of Science degree and orthodontics certificate. She is a proud member of the American Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, Give Kids a Smile, and The Royal College of Dentists of Canada.

Dr. Kar is passionate about new technologies and techniques in orthodontics that allow treatment times to be shorter and more comfortable for patients. Her customized comprehensive treatment plans are geared to improve function and enhance one’s own unique smile esthetics.

When she is not creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Kar enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children. She is an avid traveler and remains an artist at heart, pursuing oil painting and sculpting as time allows. She is also an active member of the community and is especially passionate about mentoring young people to enhance their leadership skills and reach their fullest potential.