Dr. Petritz
Dr. Steven Petritz is originally from West Lafayette, Indiana. Dr. Petritz and his wife, Dr. Olivia Petritz, moved to the Raleigh area with their two children, Eloise and Teddy. Olivia is currently an assistant professor at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine. In his free time, Dr. Petritz can be found exploring North Carolina, enjoying time with his wife and children, or spending an afternoon on one of the many golf courses that North Carolina has to offer. Dr. Petritz and his family are thrilled to now call Raleigh home and joining Dr. Gladwell and his incredible team.
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Purdue University
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree from University of California Los Angeles School of Dentistry – Graduated cum laude
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
- Master’s Degree and Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics from VCU/MCV campus in Richmond, Virginia
Dr. Ben Anders
Dr. Ben Anders is a native of Asheville. He has served three years as an advanced general dentist at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, Japan prior to completing his residency and masters. His goal is to make each of his patients feel welcomed, heard, and excited about the positive impact that orthodontics can make on their smile, function, aesthetics, and overall quality of life. Dr. Anders lives in Raleigh with his wife Allison and kids Maxwell and Poppy. When not in full Dad Mode, he enjoys cooking, running, home improvement projects, and exploring parks around the Triangle.
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health from UNC-Chapel Hill Gillings School of Global Public Health
- DDS from UNC School of Dentistry – U.S. Air Force Scholarship
- Residency and Master’s in Dental Science at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in New Jersey
Dr. Tonya Spangler
Dr. Tonya Spangler is a Richmond, Virginia native. In addition to her love for dentistry, she is an avid animal lover! She has an associate’s degree in animal science and has been a licensed veterinary technician since 2007. Her German Shorthaired Pointer, Gilly, is the apple of her eye! Together, they enjoy snuggles, snacks, and exploring new parts of Richmond—and now Raleigh! Dr. Spangler also enjoys trail biking, hiking, beach trips, and traveling in her spare time. She’s a huge foodie and always down to try something new!
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Virginia
- Dental Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University – Graduated first in her class.
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society
- Master’s degree and residency at Virginia Commonwealth University
Dr. Jason Gladwell
Dr. Jason Gladwell loves being an orthodontist in Raleigh, NC. It has always been his focus to make each patient feel at home when they come to him for treatment, and he works hard to give his patients the attention they deserve. He strives to be the best and most elite Raleigh, North Carolina orthodontist. Dr. Gladwell enjoys getting to know his patients and their families, and it is always an honor to know that he has made a difference in so many of his patients’ lives. Whether you desire Invisalign, traditional metal braces, or invisible braces, he looks forward to working with you. He enjoys sports, fishing, playing golf, and spending time with his family. He lives in Wake Forest with his wife, Anna, and their children Olivia and Jason!
Education & Accolades
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from North Carolina State University
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society Member
- Master of Science in Dentistry at VCU/MCV in Richmond, Virginia
- Recognized by Triangle Business Journal as one of North Carolina’s top “40 Under 40”
- Recipient of numerous honors and awards in the field of dentistry
