“I love to see people smile. It is so rewarding to give children and adults the confidence to share a big happy smile. I know this confidence will positively affect their lives, whether in school, at work, or most important, in their relationships. Let’s face it: people want to be around people who smile.
I live in Millersville, MD with my lovely wife Melissa (and our cat Tilly). I am blessed to have Melissa work with me in the office. She is our treatment coordinator and makes sure that all of our patients get the special attention they need and deserve.
My philosophy is to do what is right for my patients, have open communication, listen, and care. Our team strives to deliver excellence in all we do.
I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and your family.”
Board Certified Since 2003
I became a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics in 2003, and the board’s locator lists Dr. Benjamin Wright’s certification as current and active today. The ABO is the only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists.
People sometimes ask what separates an orthodontist from a board-certified orthodontist. Every orthodontist has completed an accredited residency after dental school. Board certification is a further step, taken voluntarily, in which a panel of examiners reviews finished cases and tests clinical judgment. Fewer orthodontists take that step than you might expect. I took it because I believe in continuously striving for excellence in this field, and I have kept it current ever since.
You do not have to take my word for any of this. The American Board of Orthodontics publishes a free locator on its website where you can look up any orthodontist by name and state. Search for Dr. Benjamin Wright in Maryland and you will find the certification listed there.
My Professional Timeline
Below is my professional timeline.
- 2026 topDentists. Voted by peers of the greater Baltimore area, and recognized in Baltimore Magazine.
- 2011 through 2025, Severna Park Voice. Readers voted Wright Orthodontics Best Orthodontic Practice 15 years running, and named the practice a finalist again in 2026.
- 2016, What’s Up Annapolis Magazine. Honored as Top Orthodontist by his peers.
- 2014 and 2013, Chesapeake Family Magazine Favorite Docs. Readers nominated and voted Wright Orthodontics as Favorite Orthodontist Practice.
- 2003: Board Certified Diplomate. Dr. Wright attained the highest achievement in the field of orthodontics by becoming board certified. The American Board of Orthodontics is the only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the American Dental Association and sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists.
- 2002: Severna Park. Dr. Wright joined and was entrusted with Dr. Arnold Zaks’ orthodontic practices upon his retirement.
- 2000 to 2002: Bolling Air Force Base, Washington, DC. Chief of staff for the orthodontic department in an advanced education in general dentistry residency. Orthodontic subject matter expert for the Department of Defense Health Records Program.
- 1998 to 2000: Orthodontic Residency. Dr. Wright graduated from the Air Force Medical Service’s Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center orthodontic residency program, a program accredited by the American Dental Association.
- 1996 to 1998: Royal Air Force, Lakenheath, England. Dr. Wright provided comprehensive dentistry to U.S. military families stationed in the United Kingdom. He received the Air Force Commendation Medal for Outstanding Service.
- 1995 to 1996: Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. Distinguished graduate of an advanced education in general dentistry residency program.
- 1991 to 1995: University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. Graduated with top honors. Selected into the dental honorary society OKU. Received the nationally recognized Hinman Award, the Dmed, Zubrow and Lothrop Awards for academic and research achievement, and the Air Force Health Professional Scholarship.
Outside the Office
Millersville has been home for a long time, and much of my life here happens within a few miles of the practice. A good part of the pleasure of this job is treating families I already know. I enjoy outdoor events, live music and the beach. I’m originally from Pittsburgh so yes I root for the Steelers.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Wright is a member of the American Board of Orthodontics, the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association, and the Maryland State Orthodontic Association.
Schedule With Dr. Wright
Consultations are complimentary, and you will meet Dr. Wright himself at that visit and at every visit after it. Call 410-544-0072 or request an appointment online. Wright Orthodontics is at 479 Jumpers Hole Road, Suite #203, Severna Park, MD 21146.