Dr. Laelaye B Shimeles, D.D.S
OrthodonticsNPI: 1770869877
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Dr. Laelaye Shimeles is an orthodontist serving the El Paso community with 15 years of experience straightening smiles and improving bites. Board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Shimeles earned her dental degree in Peru and completed advanced training in surgical and craniofacial orthodontics at Indiana University, bringing specialized expertise to complex cases. She uses modern 3D scanning technology and a fully digital office to provide comfortable, efficient care from your first visit through the end of treatment. Dr. Shimeles is fluent in both English and Spanish, and she's committed to treating every patient with honesty, integrity, and quality. She's currently accepting new patients and enjoys getting to know her community while exploring the outdoors and traveling with her son, Rafael.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Master's degree and Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics from University of Oklahoma, 2004
- Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and Master's degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, 2002
- Fellowship in Surgical and Craniofacial Orthodontics from Indiana University, 2005
- DDS from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, 1997
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Credential: D.D.S
NPI registered: 11/02/2011
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Technology & Equipment
- 3D Scanner
- Digital office
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Texas Dental Association
Beyond the Office
Born and raised in Lima, Peru
Loves the outdoors, dancing, and traveling
Has a son named Rafael
Walks her dogs Fluffy and Penny
Enjoys hiking trails
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