Dr. Susan M Korch-Appleby, M.D.

Orthodontics

NPI: 1134246838

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Contact Information

Address

357 W GOVERNOR RD
Hershey, PA 17033

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Fax

(717) 533-7402

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

4.8/ 5.0(608 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Susan Korch-Appleby is an experienced orthodontist in Hershey, PA, with 19 years of expertise helping patients achieve healthier, happier smiles. She is a board-certified specialist trained at top dental schools, including the University of Pittsburgh and University of Maryland, and she stays on the cutting edge of orthodontic technology with digital scanners, Invisalign clear aligners, and Damon System braces. Dr. Korch-Appleby has a special passion for adult orthodontics and knows firsthand how life-changing braces can be—she wore them herself as an adult. Her commitment to gentle, efficient care combined with her involvement in the community and membership in prestigious professional organizations makes her a trusted choice for patients of all ages. She is now accepting new patients.

Specialties

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    OrthodonticsPrimary

    Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

  • Doctorate of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
  • Three-year orthodontic residency, University of Maryland's School of Dentistry
  • Bachelor of Science, University of Pittsburgh

Board Certifications

  • Certified by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics

Credential: M.D.

NPI registered: 03/26/2007

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsClear aligners (Invisalign)Damon System bracesBracket placementAdult orthodonticsBotox for therapeutic benefits and facial esthetics

Technology & Equipment

  • Digital orthodontic scanner
  • Damon System™ braces
  • Invisalign® clear aligners (Premier Provider)
  • Computer-guided indirect bonding system

Professional Memberships

  • American Dental Association
  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • Harrisburg Area Dental Society
  • Women Presidents' Organization (WPO)

Awards & Recognition

  • 2017 Woman of Influence, Central Penn Business Journal

Beyond the Office

Support for Association of Faculty and Friends of the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine

Support for Cocoa Packs (provides supplemental food to school children in Derry Township)

Support for patients' educational, arts, and athletic programs and events

Annual food and toy drives at offices

Lector at church

Had braces herself as an adult

Oldest son Aidan also completed orthodontic treatment

Married to Thomas Appleby, a general dentist on the West Shore

Has two sons: Aidan and Andrew

Enjoys traveling with family

Practices vinyasa yoga and exercises

Enjoys dancing, reading, music, and theater

Plays piano and learning violin with her son

Moved to Harrisburg area in 1998

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