MAKING MANKATO SMILE!

Meet Dr. Hulwi

Welcome to Orthodontic Specialists of Southern Minnesota

We’re so glad you’re here! At Orthodontic Specialists of Southern Minnesota, we believe orthodontic treatment should be personal, comfortable, and even fun. Our practice isn’t volume oriented. Instead, we want you to feel like you are part of our family. Dr. James J. Hulwi and his highly-trained orthodontic team are passionate about delivering exceptional results while making each visit a positive experience, combining orthodontic expertise with a genuine commitment to personalize care.

James J. Hulwi, DMD, MBA, ABO-Board Certified

Dr. Hulwi and his team are dedicated to helping you achieve a smile you’ll love. A healthy, confident smile not only boosts self-esteem but also supports overall dental health. For more than a decade, Dr. Hulwi has been proudly creating beautiful smiles in the Mankato community.

Treatment for All Ages

Teens

Kids

Adults

Braces Your Way!

Metal Braces

Clear Braces

Clear Aligners

Check out your local Mankato orthodontic expert, Dr. Hulwi, on ‘Kato Living’ where he answers the most frequently asked questions about orthodontics!

National Align Your Teeth Day

Dr. James Hulwi is in with the Orthodontic Specialists of Southern Minnesota to celebrate National Teeth Alignment Day. Dr. Hulwi talks about how the teeth alignment process works and when you know it’s time to get your teeth aligned.

Smile: A Look at a Growing Trend in Braces for Adults

Over 4 million people in the U.S. wear braces, and 25% of these individuals are adults. Common reasons are a misaligned jaw or out-of-place teeth, and there are several types of braces to choose from these days. One option that seems to gaining popularity especially among adults, Invisalign.

Brace Yourself: Straightening Those Pearly Whites

Ever want to smile, but are self-conscious about crooked teeth? Braces may be the answer for straightening those pearly whites. For more information on braces, Kato Living invited James J. Hulwi, DMD, MBA, ABO-Board Certified from Orthodontic Specialists in Mankato to show how to confidently turn that frown upside down!

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