For over 25 years, Kattner Orthodontics has provided exceptional orthodontic care along with outstanding customer service to patients of all ages in the Waukegan, Gurnee, Zion, and Beach Park, IL areas. If you're looking for a local orthodontist who not only uses the latest in orthodontic technology, but also takes the time to determine the best orthodontic treatment option for each patient's unique needs, you've found the right place! We understand that every patient is different from the next so we pride ourselves in offering a custom treatment approach.
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Our Gurnee, IL area orthodontist, Dr. Paul Kattner, is proud to provide children, teenagers, and adults with high quality, personalized orthodontic treatment using all the latest types of orthodontic appliances and cutting-edge technology. Given Dr. Kattner's many years of experience practicing orthodontics, his patients can be assured that they'll receive the best orthodontic care possible when visiting our Waukegan office to improve their smiles!A lifelong resident of Lake County, Illinois, Dr. Kattner was born in Waukegan and grew up in Gurnee.
At Kattner Orthodontics, we know that our office is only as effective and welcoming as the people who work in it. That's why we take great pride in our friendly, well-trained staff members! As your orthodontic team, we're especially focused on making you feel right at home! We always put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive orthodontic treatment.
At Kattner Orthodontics we aim to be the leading provider of orthodontics in the Zion, IL area by offering our patients the highest level of quality orthodontic care in a professional and comfortable environment. We focus on making sure that our patients receive a satisfying and stress-free experience by treating everyone with compassion and respect.
Whether your child needs braces or you want to improve your smile with Invisalign, we never want financial obstacles to stop you from getting the orthodontic treatment you need! At Kattner Orthodontics we're committed to providing our patients with orthodontic care that's both effective and affordable!
Reviews (10)
Annie Mirza
Nov 21, 2021
Dr. Kattner is an amazing doctor! I love going to this place. From the moment you enter, they are squeaky clean, girls at the front are wonderful and very pleasant to talk to. Dr. Kattner is very patient with all your questions and gives you his full attention. He explains everything very well. I have never had any problems coming to see him here!
Dee Bruner
Aug 10, 2021
I had went to Kattner as a child and my teeth ended up looking very nice. He did the job just fine. The only issues ive had with him is pretty much all the rude comments hes said over the years. I remember as a kid wanting to cry almost every time i left. Well its been a very long time since I went, my retainer broke and I let my teeth get in bad shape.
No ones fault but my own. I am already very self conscious and it was very hard to go back and see Dr Kattner as I felt there would definitely be a rude comment or two. Sure enough the minute i saw him, he told me how " jacked up" my teeth were.and kept saying how bad they are. I had seen a different orthodontist and was treatsd absolutely amazing. Treated like a person. Im sure Kattner does great work, but the insults are absolutely uncalled for and make you very uncomfortable. I am 34 and was in tears after leaving. No one regardless of situation should be talked to like i was.
No ones fault but my own. I am already very self conscious and it was very hard to go back and see Dr Kattner as I felt there would definitely be a rude comment or two. Sure enough the minute i saw him, he told me how " jacked up" my teeth were.and kept saying how bad they are. I had seen a different orthodontist and was treatsd absolutely amazing. Treated like a person. Im sure Kattner does great work, but the insults are absolutely uncalled for and make you very uncomfortable. I am 34 and was in tears after leaving. No one regardless of situation should be talked to like i was.
Diane Smith
May 30, 2021
My daughter had braces by Dr. Kattner and had them removed 10 yrs ago. Dr. Kattner and his staff were so nice even when my daughter kept losing her retainer and we had moved an hour and a half away and they were able to get us in after she got out of school. My daughter still gets compliments and always adored Dr. Kattner. Kalyn always liked how he had the best suggestions for the colors of her bands.
Rosalba Trujillo
May 20, 2021
I unfortunately did not have such a great experience here at Kattner Orthodoctics. I am an adult patient, so I am aware adult braces are tougher cases, but my treatment should've never taken 5 years to complete. I went in for a consultation 5 years ago and was told I would need 4 teeth removed. I was shocked when I heard that, as I didn't think I had much crowding, but I did have an unnoticeable overbite. Initially, I was a bit skeptical about it and decided to refuse the extractions.
My following appointment, I was told the consequences of not getting my teeth removed and Dr. Kattner convinced me and made it seem as if there were really no other option but getting teeth removed. So I decided to trust the professional, and went with his recommendation instead of my gut feeling. He estimated my time with braces to be about 1yr and a half- 2years. well that turned into 5 years in braces! (Finally got them removed November 2020 by a different orthodontist) After my 2 years were up, he didn't know what else to do, as my overbite was never fixed and my teeth weren't aligned as he thought they'd be.
I got the feeling he just wanted me to be done with treatments bc I was done making payments and my teeth started shifting in unwanted directions.(since I didn't have enough teeth for the size of my mouth once I got the extractions) I transferred to a different orthodontist after the 2 years and had a totally different experience. This orthodontist personally made me feel welcomed and gave me multiple options.
He also mentioned to me I shouldn't have gotten all 4 teeth removed, and I would've had a fuller smile. Looking back at previous pictures, I could tell my smile would've been more beautiful if I would've kept my teeth, and they should've removed my wisdom teeth instead to create more space for my other teeth, not my premolars. My recommendation is to always get 2nd 3rd or even 4th opinions. don't rush into anything just because you've been waiting for braces forever, because you'll live on regrets.
It's now been more than 5years after this experience and I still look at my smile in the mirror and just want to cry. I regret not listening to my gut, or getting more opinions.
My following appointment, I was told the consequences of not getting my teeth removed and Dr. Kattner convinced me and made it seem as if there were really no other option but getting teeth removed. So I decided to trust the professional, and went with his recommendation instead of my gut feeling. He estimated my time with braces to be about 1yr and a half- 2years. well that turned into 5 years in braces! (Finally got them removed November 2020 by a different orthodontist) After my 2 years were up, he didn't know what else to do, as my overbite was never fixed and my teeth weren't aligned as he thought they'd be.
I got the feeling he just wanted me to be done with treatments bc I was done making payments and my teeth started shifting in unwanted directions.(since I didn't have enough teeth for the size of my mouth once I got the extractions) I transferred to a different orthodontist after the 2 years and had a totally different experience. This orthodontist personally made me feel welcomed and gave me multiple options.
He also mentioned to me I shouldn't have gotten all 4 teeth removed, and I would've had a fuller smile. Looking back at previous pictures, I could tell my smile would've been more beautiful if I would've kept my teeth, and they should've removed my wisdom teeth instead to create more space for my other teeth, not my premolars. My recommendation is to always get 2nd 3rd or even 4th opinions. don't rush into anything just because you've been waiting for braces forever, because you'll live on regrets.
It's now been more than 5years after this experience and I still look at my smile in the mirror and just want to cry. I regret not listening to my gut, or getting more opinions.
Tiwanda Brown
Apr 12, 2021
Jean Ester
Dec 18, 2017
I love Dr. Kattner! Today I went in for a retainer check and he noticed that one of my front teeth was a tiny bit longer than the other and offered to fix it for me, which I thought was really nice. It was fast and painless and it looks great. I have also had issues remembering to wear my retainer but he always helps and never scolds. Such a nice guy.
Jon Brown
May 11, 2017
Both myself and my kids have gone to Dr. Kattner to get braces and it has been a phenomenal experience! I don't think Dr. Kattner and all of the amazing staff have ever had a bad day! And every time we visit we walk away laughing. Thank you Dr. Kattner and staff for putting a great smile on our faces!
Chanyn Pieper
Mar 10, 2017
Dr Kattner and his staff are amazing! They always take their time and answer any questions that we may have! He is always honest in any advice during treatment. My first two children went her and loved him. Even when we moved 50 min away, we wouldn't have considered to go anywhere else! Love, love love them!
Kimberly Fulton
Feb 21, 2017
Syler Thomas
Nov 08, 2016
I have been going to Dr. Kattner since 1999-- he did lower braces for me as an adult (wear your retainers, people!) and has done braces for all four of my children. The man was clearly born to be an orthodontist. He is naturally funny and puts the children/teenagers at ease with his humor, and is exceptionally capable at his craft. All of my children had their braces off ahead of schedule. His staff is warm, accommodating, and thorough. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.
