Dr. John Thomas Drake, DDS MS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1225119829
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Dr. John Drake is a board-certified orthodontist with 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in Milwaukee. He specializes in all types of braces—including metal, clear, and hidden lingual braces behind your teeth—as well as Invisalign clear aligners, even for complex cases. Dr. Drake earned his advanced training at respected institutions including Indiana University School of Dentistry and the University of Texas Health & Science Center, and he's recognized as a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He's passionate about creating a warm, family-friendly environment where every patient receives personalized attention and care built on trust and respect. Dr. Drake is currently accepting new patients and is known for his commitment to the highest quality orthodontic treatment.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Camp Pendleton (Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency)
- Indiana University School of Dentistry (DDS)
- University of Texas Health & Science Center in San Antonio (Orthodontic Residency)
Board Certifications
- Board Certified Orthodontist through the American Board of Orthodontics
Credential: DDS MS
NPI registered: 10/18/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign clear aligners
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontics
- World Federation of Orthodontists
- Academy of General Dentistry (Fellow)
Awards & Recognition
- Dean's List (multiple appearances)
- Dean's Silver Award
- Excellence in Oral Diagnosis Award
- Most Talented Clinician Award (Camp Pendleton)
- Ranked #1 in his class (Camp Pendleton AEGN residency)
- Inaugural Commanding Officer's Award for Clinical Excellence (Camp Pendleton)
- Ranked #1 out of 60 orthodontists in San Diego (RateMDs.com)
Beyond the Office
Presenter of continuing education to dentists and orthodontists
Co-director of annual orthodontic-pedodontic four-day course at San Diego Naval Base
Worked as full-time orthodontist for the US Navy at Naval Base San Diego
Passionate golfer with dreams of making the senior tour in 2027
Loves classic cars and trucks (owns a 1951 truck often parked at the clinic)
Has a 52-inch high-wheel bike in his office and rides it around the block at the end of clinic day with a top hat and novelty old-time mustache
Previously involved in remote control planes and trucks (planes capable of flying up to 200mph)
Advanced open water diver
Musician
Wake surfer
Artist (created and produced all original art in Ortho Smiles clinics)
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