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Dr. Valerie J. V. Minor, DMS, MS

Orthodontics

NPI: 1003826538

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Contact Information

Address

2363 DUNN AVE
Jacksonville, FL 32218

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Fax

(904) 751-5828

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(362 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Valerie Minor is an orthodontist in Jacksonville with 20 years of experience helping patients gain confidence through straighter smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine and Master of Science in Orthodontics from the University of Florida and holds Invisalign Diamond Pro status, meaning she has advanced training in clear aligner treatment. Dr. Minor offers traditional braces, clear braces, and Invisalign, and she believes that building trust with her patients is just as important as the care she provides. Before becoming an orthodontist, she earned an engineering degree and worked in industry, which gives her a unique perspective on problem-solving and precision. She's accepting new patients and is active in professional organizations including the American Dental Association and the Florida Association of Orthodontists.

Specialties

  • 1
    OrthodonticsPrimary

    Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

  • Master of Science/Orthodontic Certificate, 2006, University of Florida
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine, 2003, University of Florida
  • Chemical Engineering and Pulp and Paper Science, 1997, North Carolina State University

Credential: DMS, MS

NPI registered: 08/08/2006

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsTraditional bracesClear bracesInvisalign treatment

Technology & Equipment

  • Invisalign Diamond Pro status provider

Professional Memberships

  • American Dental Association
  • Florida Dental Association
  • Northeast District Dental Association
  • Jacksonville Dental Society
  • Florida Association of Orthodontists
  • Southern Association of Orthodontists
  • American Association of Orthodontists

Awards & Recognition

  • Invisalign Diamond Pro status provider

Beyond the Office

Originally wanted to pursue dentistry or medicine after a 9th grade science project on toothpaste whitening

Earned an engineering degree and worked for Rayonier before pursuing orthodontics

Shadowed Dr. Suellen Rodeffer, who later became her partner

Married to Will Minor, who is part owner of Netting Professionals and started the baseball program at Yulee High School

Has 4 children: Harper, Savannah, Ava, and Addison (twins)

Enjoys going to the beach, exercising, reading, and watching sporting events, especially Gator football and baseball

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