Dr. Robert Shafer, DMD, MS, is a board-certified orthodontist and founder of Shafer Orthodontics with over 30 years of clinical experience and more than 10,000 smiles transformed across the Champaign-Urbana area. He holds a rare distinction: ranking in the Top 1% of Invisalign providers worldwide, a recognition earned through case volume, verified clinical outcomes, and ongoing technical refinement. Dr. Shafer is also the published author of 'A Clear Difference: A Guide to Invisalign,' a patient education resource that reflects his deep fluency in clear aligner therapy. Inspired by his own orthodontic treatment as a teenager, he brings firsthand understanding of how a straighter smile shapes confidence and daily life. He treats patients of all ages, from children as young as six through adults, and directs 99% of his cases through Invisalign rather than traditional braces. His practice pairs advanced 3D digital treatment planning with the Shafer Time Saver remote monitoring program to deliver precise results with fewer required office visits. ABO board certification and three decades of focused orthodontic practice make Dr. Shafer one of the most credentialed specialist orthodontists in central Illinois.

Specialties

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OrthodonticsPrimary
Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

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