Start Your Smile Journey With Confidence

When you join our Designer Smiles by Benton family, you’ll experience a patient-centered approach that focuses on transforming smiles and uplifting spirits.

Whether you're exploring braces for the first time or considering Invisalign, your journey to a brighter smile begins here.

Welcome to Designer Smiles by Benton

Making You Smile for 40 Years

Your family will feel right at home with our family. Doctors John Benton, Barry Benton, and Stephanie McElroy have been creating smiles and boosting the confidence of our community since 1985.

Affordable Treatments

Get an affordable financing option designed for your budget.

DentalMonitoring

Collaborate with your doctor from home. That means fewer appointments and more free time!

You-First Care

Enjoy fully customized braces or state-of-the-art aligners and a treatment plan designed for your unique smile.
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  • Get Your New Smile From the Best

Meet Your Orthodontic Dream Team

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Meet

Dr. John Benton

Chances are, board-certified orthodontist Dr. John hand-crafted a new smile for most of your family and friends.

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Meet

Dr. Barry Benton

Just like his father, Dr. Barry is board-certified, caring, and ready to give your family an unforgettable experience.

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Dr. Stephanie McElroy

Dr. Stephanie McElroy is proud to create stunning smiles with expert-level orthodontic care.

You've Got Options

Choose Your Look

If you want a straight smile, you’ve got more options than ever before. From clear aligners to clear braces, you’ll get a custom treatment plan designed for your smile.

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Metal Braces

Damon metal braces are more comfortable, lighter and more efficient than ever before.

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Clear Braces

These fully customized clear braces work just as well as metal braces, but they're harder to notice.

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Clear Aligners

These clear removable aligners for adults and teens are almost invisible.

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DentalMonitoring

Stay Informed From Your Phone

Download the DentalMonitoring app so you can cut your office visits in half. This state-of-the-art monitoring tech lets you check in with Dr. Benton wherever you are.

  • Real Patient Experiences

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Meet

Preston

“The staff is awesome. That's actually one of the reasons I chose Designer Smiles by Benton.”

We’re Your Top-Rated Oxford & Pell City Orthodontic Team

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  • Our Patients Love Us

Patient Reviews

Highly Recommend

I would highly recommend Designer Smiles - Braces by Benton! I used them years ago when I had braces and they were great always.

- Halee

Great Atmosphere

Great atmosphere and people!! Highly recommend!! They did a fantastic job with my 9 year old! The most comfiest office I've ever been too!

- Amanda

Beautiful Facility

The best staff and the most beautiful facility! You’re made to feel welcomed at each visit! Flexible pay plans to fit all budgets. My daughter loves them! We’ve been going for a little over a year! Definitely recommend!!!

- Carrie

Highly Recommend

I would highly recommend Designer Smiles - Braces by Benton! From the moment we first walked in for my daughter’s first consultation, we’ve been highly impressed with the staff and the facility. Teddy is a cute bonus, too!

- Candace

Wonderful Experience

The staff at Designer Smiles are amazing. They go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful experience every time you walk through the door. The environment is always positive and inviting and they are extremely community minded! I would highly recommend them.

- Chuck

The BEST Staff!

My daughter got her braces on July 19th, 2022 and got them off today February 22, 2024. 19 months of the most amazing experience with THE BEST staff! Alanah was our go to person EVERY single visit.

- Kimberly

Incredibly Friendly

The staff and Dr. Benton are always incredibly friendly and very attentive. They are willing to help with any situation and always make sure that our little boy is comfortable and satisfied during his appointment and before he leaves.

- Dallas

A+++++

Designer Smiles is the best! We tried Invisalign for my daughter, and she did not like it. They swapped her back to regular braces free of charge!! A+++++

- Melissa

  • We Make Smiling Easy

3 Easy Steps to Your New Smile

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Free Consultation

Come to a free exam to talk about your goals and begin your treatment the same day.

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Digital Scans

You’ll get some digital pictures taken of your teeth. Don’t worry, they’re painless!

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Begin Treatment

If you’re ready for treatment, we’ll transform your smile through clear aligners or braces.