Dr. Kern graduated from Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine in 2009. Dr. Kern attended Reingage in 2020, and grew from Gold to Diamond Plus in 4 years working part time in a single practice location. She is a Board Member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners, and runs the AACA NoVA (Northern Virginia) Study Club. Dr. Kern only picks up a handpiece for Invisalign these days, and life is good! Dr. April Kern lives with the love of her life Dr. Riaz Rayek and their beautiful blended family outside Washington DC in Loudoun County, Virginia surrounded by wineries and horse farms. She enjoys cracking herself up at her own jokes and laughing into the wee hours of the night with good friends.

Dr. Laleh Sotoodeh would like to thank her team, without them she would not be standing on this stage today. Here's to you Cynthia, Jasmine, Kim, Kari (Kaari), Shanna (Shannah), Maria, Emily, Reina, Veronica, Cindy, Diba (Deeba)and of course the amazing Anndrina (Anne-drina). Lastly Dr. Sotoodeh would like to thank her husband, her partner, her rock, Dr. Claudiu (like Claudio but with a u) Marin.

Dr Toland grew up in the Boston area and attended Tufts University for dental school. She and her husband moved to San Diego about 10 years ago due to his Navy commitment, and she has owned her dental practice there for 7 years. She loves doing a variety of different dental procedures, especially Invisalign! She and her husband enjoy paddleboarding, bike riding, and spending time with their newborn son Lucas.

Dr Sood has been an enthusiastic Gallerite since 2015. A Board Member and KOL for the AACA. A DSD Master, Clinic and KOL. Dr Sood loves to create beautiful smiles at the office and is passionate about sharing her love of creating those beautiful confident smiles. Married to the love of her life and best friend Matt Magee, together they travel the world on endless fun adventures when she is away from the office.

Lori is a dentist in Oklahoma who is the founding partner of Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry and over 31 years of experience in private practice. In the past few years she has developed an overwhelming passion for solving adult occlusal function issues with Invisalign, and she is truly intrigued with what you can accomplish with clear aligner therapy. She is also passionate about physical fitness and lives with her husband in Tulsa, OK.

Erin Cherry owns her office in Denver, Colorado with her husband Dan. One of her favorite things about her job is watching her team experience personal growth and share her passion for exceeding patient expectations. It makes her day when patients say "Is it weird that I love coming to the dentist?!” Erin and her husband have three kids, and love most things Colorado, especially skiing, and getting outside with the family.

Dr. Smudde (“Smoooo-”D”) has been practicing dentistry with her super-awesome husband in Valencia, CA for 28 years. They have 2 amazing daughters and the best , most talented, hard working DENTAL TEAM ever to exist in the entire world! I want to thank Dr. Galler and his whole crew for giving us knowledge and confidence, and for creating a space where we can find camaraderie and give each other so much support and love! Thank you Dr. Galler and the entire Gallerite Nation!🌹

I started my AACA journey 2017 consistent Platinum Plus provider. Recently added office #6 to Indy Dental Group.Enjoy traveling in Europe with Daughter Jillian and supporting my son Jack on his quest to run Indy Cars

I am so happy to be a Gallerite among these inspiring doctors beside me. I've run my practice with my husband and partner for nearly 13 years, and I love traveling to nerd out on dental CE - you'll catch me skating in every city I visit! I value time away from my practice to be on adventures with my 13 year-old twins, Ana & Beny. I love being married to my husband & bestie of 18 years, Roham - it is with his support that I am able to make my dreams come true.

Dr. Dani is a Diamond level Invisalign provider and is proud to be here with her Sunflower Dental Team members Victoria, Sydney, Stacie, and Kelsey! For all of you wondering, THEY are the ones who took all of those awesome case photos! Since 2015, Dani has served the AACA as a Reingage Class President and now as a Key Opinion Leader. She sends gratitude to her husband Mike who always supports her desire to learn, improve, and reach big goals. Finally, Dani extends a huge thank you to her friend and mentor Dr. Galler and a big cheers to the 2024 AACA Fellowship Class!

Please join me in welcoming Dr. Brian Rencher, a distinguished professional who has been named as Idaho's Best Dentist for five years straight and the leading Invisalign GP Dentist in the state of Idaho, Dr. Rencher is a true pillar of excellence. Beyond his professional achievements, he's a loving husband to his beautiful wife, Jodie, and a devoted father of four. Dr. Brian Rencher is deeply honored to be included among this elite group of top AACA Invisalign Dentists.

Dr. Bhawna Gupta is a dentist making waves in the dental world. In just 2.5 years, she has completed over 800 Invisalign cases, transforming smiles and demonstrating her expertise. Her dedication is further recognized by achieving the prestigious Blue Diamond Plus tier for H1 2024, a distinction held by very few general practitioners in North America. As an owner dentist, she has grown her practice from a single location to encompass 4 offices across San Jose, California, in just 2.5 years.

Dr. Stefanie Sunnes has been creating beautiful smiles with Invisalign for her patients since graduating in 2010. But she only felt confident after her life changing classes with Dr. Galler’s Reingage I and II and taking the Diamond Club Maker’s course with Dr. Wollock. She would like to thank her amazing husband, Lewis, for supporting her through this journey. She would also like to give a huge shoutout to her ride or die assistant, Evelyn, who has been there since day one and to all her team for the continued love and support! Go Team Alegria!

I don't know how to type, don't know how to turn on an iTero, or pull up a patient on the Align site, and I spend less than 1 hour a day dealing with Invisalign in my office. But I am a Diamond Provider, and I have my team to thank for all of it. A big part of my team is led by Roksana, my office manager. She sets up my Clinchecks, and Michelle, my lead hygienist, closes 90% of my cases. I have to thank my wife and children for always supporting me and encouraging the pursuit of furthering my education. This fellowship is a celebration of my team, the vision of Dr. Galler, and the mentorship from Dr. Wollock.

After three decades of playing dentist, Dr. Hollinger finally ditched the dental drill to chase his true calling: saving people from snoring like a chainsaw. Now, he’s all about tackling sleep apnea and whipping other doctors into shape to do the same. When he’s not busy being a hero of the night, you can catch him shredding on his guitar, hiking up a storm, zipping around in go-karts, or savoring a glass of old-vine Zinfandel like the refined connoisseur he is.

Dr. Arend Klooster, DDS, D-ABDSM graduated from Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 2011 and went on to complete his AEGD at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in 2012. He opened his first practice in 2016 in Holly Springs North Carolina followed by his second practice in Raleigh North Carolina in 2019. Dr. Kloosters practice has achieved platinum in previous years and recently, in 2023, achieved diamond status!

I used to be just a dentist from South Florida. Then I took Reingage and got initiated into the OG Clincheck Cartel! After Dr. Galler’s course, the game done changed! So fortunate to be a part of this group and shoutout to DCM Resolute! A Stanley Cup and an AACA Fellowship all in one month? Dreams really do come true!! Vamos Gatos and #Riseandbrush!

Dr. Meenal Patel graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Florida as well as her DMD degree. She has owned her practice, Preston Dental Loft for 8 years now! This will mark the 3rd fellowship she has earned along with AGD and ICOI. She is the Study Club Leader for NC with the American Academy of Clear Aligners.