Dr. Lauren Wiese
Dr. Lauren Wiese began her career as an orthodontist in New Jersey, where she practiced for four years before moving to North Carolina, which she now calls home. Her husband, Dr. John Nelson, attended his orthodontic residency at UNC in Chapel Hill. She is passionate about making the world a better place—one smile at a time!
In her free time, Dr. Wiese loves spending time with John and Alex, traveling, eating, and staying active—she even completed her first sprint triathlon last year! She is thrilled to join the Gladwell Orthodontics team and continue creating beautiful smiles.
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Villanova University
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Rutgers University – Graduated first in her class
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society Member
- Orthodontic Training and Master’s Degree from the University of Maryland in Baltimore
Dr. Maura Partrick
Dr. Maura Partrick is the only orthodontist in North America who has been trained as a designer at Align Technology. Believing that orthodontics is both an art and a science, she also holds a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
She enjoys working with patients of all ages to help them achieve their orthodontic goals and is excited about the opportunity to serve patients and families at Gladwell Orthodontics.
Dr. Partrick’s interests include spending time with her family, music, and relaxing at the beach—any beach is just fine with her! She also has a new miniature poodle that keeps her busy in her free time. When you meet her, feel free to challenge her with some music trivia!
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree, Dental School, and Orthodontic Residency from UNC Chapel Hill
- Board Certified Orthodontist
- Only Orthodontist in North America trained as a designer at Align Technology
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Photography from Savannah College of Art and Design
