MAKING MANKATO SMILE!

Welcome to Orthodontic Specialists of Southern Minnesota!

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our Mankato orthodontic clinic and considering us as you take the first step towards achieving the smile you’ve always wanted. Whether you are a child, adolescent, or adult, our Board Certified Orthodontist, Dr. James J. Hulwi, will customize your treatment to create a smile that you will want to show off to everyone!

Our orthodontic clinic is conveniently located near you, in the center of Mankato, MN.

We strive to provide exceptional orthodontic results in a fun, interactive environment.

We focus on specialized care, customized to each individual patient's needs.  Our practice is not volume oriented.  Instead, we want you to feel like you are part of our family and are determined to treat you so well that you will be confident in recommending us to your family and friends.

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, from Orthodontic Specialists in Mankato to show how to confidently turn that frown upside down!

We love our patients. And they love us right back.

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    “We had an initial consult, and it was an amazing experience. The staff were friendly, the facility was immaculate, and the doctor was excellent. We were told all of our options - including doing no orthodontic work! Dr. Hulwi truly wants what is best for each individual patient, and that was obvious today.”

    - Jessica B.

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    “Absolutely fantastic experience! All the staff are super down to earth and friendly. They make it very easy to work with them from scheduling appointments, to quick visits because she has broken a wire, and finally just making sure my daughter had everything she needed. Highly recommend this team!”

    - Alisha H.

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    “Hands down, no hesitation - Dr. Hulwi and his team are the best of the best! Orthodontics in my mid-40s with a severe fear of dentists had me quite uneasy walking into my first appointment but that did NOT last! From the moment Dr. Hulwi sat down with me, unrushed like I was the only person he had to see that day, to talk me through the process and to answer my questions to his teams easy-going, caring way of working with me, and every other patient that came in, I knew I was in great hands. Only this team can make you look forward to your next appointment!! THANK YOU to ALL of you for this fantastic smile I now have!”

    - Amy K.

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    “I would choose Dr. Hulwi again and again! He treats you so personable and his staff are just as incredible at making you feel very comfortable and taken care of! I love my new smile 😃”

    - Amanda T.

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    “We had an incredible experience from start to finish. We had gotten an opinion from another Ortho before finally coming to Dr. Hulwi and they wanted to remove teeth and were going to charge us significantly more for the work they quoted us for. I'm so glad we decided to get another opinion! The atmosphere is very inviting, clean, comfortable. The entire team is friendly, kind, and attentive. Most importantly, my daughter's teeth are beautifully aligned and she's able to eat and smile without feeling self conscious. (Without having to remove any teeth!) 1000% would recommend and will utilize their services again if/when the time comes for my other children.”

    - Sarah M.

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    “Dr. Hulwi and his team are simply the best! As an adult I was hesitant to get braces again. Dr. Hulwi took the time to meet with me and discuss all my options and costs associated with each option. Ultimately, I settled on clear braces and I could not have been happier. As for his team, they always greeted me by name when I walked in and were friendly, caring and gentle when working on my teeth. At 40 years old I finally have the smile I have always wanted!”

    - Julie H.

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    “Dr. Hulwi is honestly the best orthodontist I could’ve asked for. The staff is so incredibly kind, and so genuine! Every step of the way is always explained, and any questions I may have are always answered! The financing is great and it’s really the only way I’m able to afford my braces. If you’re looking for a super kind and authentic team to help you achieve your perfect smile, this is DEFINITELY the place to go!”

    - McKenzie M.

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    “I highly recommend anyone who wants get their smile looking like never before to come here. The staff here is super amazing very professional and make it affordable for you to achieve your smile goals. I cannot express how happy and satisfied I am with my results. 😊🙌🏻”

    - Chavelly T.

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    “Dr. Hulwi and his team at Orthodontic Specialists of Southern Minnesota provide the highest quality care from start to finish and fantastic orthodontic results. Throughout my experience with braces, Dr. Hulwi was friendly, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented with my treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcome. I couldn’t recommend Dr. Hulwi and his team more highly to anyone wanting to transform their smile!!”

    - Jennifer T.

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    “Dr. Hulwi and the team are fantastic. I have been to many orthodontists over the years for opinions and none of them could come up with a plan to give me the outcome of the perfect smile I was hoping for and I was at the point of just living with it. Dr. Hulwi had a plan from the beginning and after only 10 months I had a perfect smile. The team knows what they are doing and they can work magic I'm telling you!”

    - Lindsey R.