Patient Reviews
"I’ve been going to Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics for three years. The doctors and staff are always very friendly and upbeat. They really put you at ease! I have been receiving services to straighten my teeth with plastic aligners. The doctors have tried every means possible to help me receive the best outcome. I really appreciate their efforts and feel that I am in excellent hands!"
"I got aligners and even though I didn’t follow through with my schedule the way I was supposed to, I like coming to this office because everyone is great and I like them all. They treat me like family."
"I had an excellent appointment today! Dr. Chris and his assistant, Mrs. Debbie, took really great care of me. The entire braces office is exceptional everything you need in one place with kind, hardworking staff. They are always on time and very professional. I truly appreciate the level of care and service they provide!"
"Everyone was super friendly and made me feel comfortable immediately. My treatment plan was explained very well and all of my concerns were thoroughly addressed. So glad I scheduled with Mattingly and Howell Orthodontics! My daughter will need braces soon and I know for sure where she’ll be going 😊"
"My daughter just finished her braces treatment with Mattingly & Howell and could not be happier with her results. The staff were always very professional and kind. Highly recommend!"
"Mattingly and Howell Orthodontics have taken amazing care of 2 of our kiddos, soon to be 3rd. The first two got braces and the 3rd will be getting Invisalign.The doctors and staff are so easy to work with, are caring, considerate and truly want the best for their patients.Definitely glad we found Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics! Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
"Getting my braces was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The journey wasn’t always easy, but the support and care I received made all the difference. I’m extremely satisfied with both the care and the results. The team was professional, attentive, and made the entire process comfortable. I’m very grateful for the excellent service. Now that my braces are off, I can’t stop smiling. Thank you for changing my smile and my confidence!"
"My three oldest kids have had care at Mattingly and Howell! They are top notch in care, hospitality, and facilities!My oldest started and completed her care here with Invisalign. We are extremely pleased with how things went.My next kiddo began care else where (another state) before we moved here, and was told she would be in brace for four years straight, when we saw Dr. Mattingly he was really wanting to give her a break, because four years is a long time to be in braces, and that is exactly what happened. A year and a half after care started here (almost 2 years in braces) she was able to get her braces off, and give about a year break before she will continue with Invisalign (still to come).My third kiddo had a cross bite and needed some early intervention. We decided to do an expander followed by Invisalign for his first phase. We had some decisions to make at the end of his first phase and Dr. Howell provided us with his educated advice and let us make the decisions!My fourth kiddo is not old enough for orthodontic care yet, but when he does we will come here without hesitation! Such great care, kind people, and wonderful space!"
"Staff was wonderful when putting braces on my 15 year old son. They made sure he was comfortable and aware of what was being done. Dr. Howell called the next evening to make sure he was doing ok! It made me feel good to know they care!"
"My oldest got his braces removed a few years ago. We couldn’t have asked for a better orthodontist. Our experience with Mattingly & Howell and staff was fantastic, and my oldest receives countless compliments on his teeth. Now, we're going through this process with my youngest, and everyone has been wonderful. We truly couldn’t ask for a better orthodontist."
"My daughter Grace recently had her braces put on. Dr. Chris and his entire staff made her feel very welcome and comfortable during the long process. She especially loved the technician who actually put her braces on (I'm so sorry, but I can't recall her name!) Thank you so much for being the best orthodontic team we could ever wish for. Keep being amazing!"
"This group has been SO great, that after completing the braces process with two of my children, I decided to go with them to straighten my own teeth! It was an intimidating idea to do this in my mid-40s, but everyone has been so friendly and I have felt super comfortable in their office. The doctors and staff are very accommodating and they genuinely seem happy to be there. Highly recommend! Thank you, Mattingly & Howell😁"
"I did Smile Doctors through Mattingly & Howell and it was super easy. My smile looks great and my teeth are straight! The staff made sure that my entire experience was hassle free and painless, from getting my initial scan to helping me track my invoices for my FSA. (Shout out to Raven!) Plus, orthodontia technology has advanced so much since I got braces back in grade school that was surprised with how easy and quick it was for them to scan my teeth. And they could monitor my progress at home so I didn't have to make monthly check-ins, like the old days. 10 out of 10 recommend!"
"I can't recommend Mattingly & Howell enough. I'm no longer self conscious when smiling or talking or filming - and have been sharing my experience with many friends. I didn't realize how many friends also were frustrated with how their teeth looked 20+ years AFTER we all had our first set of braces off. A summer in Invisalign and I'm back in business! And have sent several friends in for a consultation!"
"I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Dr. Mattingly & Dr. Howell and their team during my braces journey! From the very first consultation, they made me feel comfortable and confident in the process. The clinic was modern, clean, and welcoming! Throughout my braces journey, I appreciated how attentive they were to my comfort, adjusting things as needed and always making sure I felt supported. The progress was remarkable, and my teeth gradually transformed into a beautiful, aligned smile."
"Love this team. Everyone at this practice is professional and fun. I have two children that received either braces or invisalign over the past 8 years. I wouldn't take my children anywhere else in town. Definitely visit and at least get a quote. You will be impressed."
"This is our second time with Mattingly and Howell (second kiddo in braces) and we have been so happy with everything. From scheduling to financial guidance to actually having the braces put on and monitored, they are truly the best!"
"I can’t believe Invisalign works! More than 30 years after my initial set of braces! The doctors and staff at Mattingly and Howell are superb. If you are tired of the shifts that occurred in your mouth, call these guys for help. Louisville KY"
"I had a great experience with Drs. Mattingly && Howell. I am thrilled with my straight teeth after 10 months of wearing aligners. The process was smooth and went by quickly. Laura was very professional when taking off the aligner attachments. She also did an excellent job explaining the process while whitening my teeth. She went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable during the whole process. I would highly recommend Mattingly & Howell if you are thinking about Invisalign. They and the entire staff are exceptional."
"Love all of the staff and completed my course of aligners in less time than estimated! Everyone is so friendly and you can tell they love their job. Would recommend to anyone looking for braces or invisalign!"
"2 Great experiences with this practice; most recently with invisalign as an adult & previously with braces as a teen. I'm sure I'll be back with my own kids before too long!"
"We were able to get a consultation appointment very quickly, and my son had his braces on the very next day. The orthodontist even called the next day to check on him."
"My rating is 100 stars! I can't stop smiling! I'm 72yo & had never had braces. In my late 60's my top front teeth gradually began shifting over top of one another and were crooked. I began smiling with my mouth closed because I was embarrassed about my teeth. I believed I was too old for orthodontics and additionally, thought it was vain to spend the money for treatment at my age. Fortunately, I responded to an ad about discounts from Mattingly & Howell. I was warmly invited to come into the office for a consult. I'll omit the details of the consult for brevity, but Dr Howell developed a treatment plan for my teeth for Invisaligns. His plan was for 20 weeks and was affordable to my budget. I'm so happy with the results that I truly can't stop smiling! My family and friends are amazed by my results! Regarding my experience, every office person, from front desk staff, technicians, and Dr Howell, was exceptionally professional & kind. They were patient & thorough in instructing me on how to use the Invisaligns and ensured I practiced before I left the office. At each visit they were attentive to my comfort and understanding of what they were doing. It was an environment in which I felt relaxed and able to engage in friendly conversation with everyone. The office is well-organized and managed & I was always seen at my scheduled appointment time. The office environment is appealing, spacious, and clean. Parking is easy. Folks, Mattingly & Howell is the office to go to for orthodontic treatment. My experience and results were incredible!"
"We have had a wonderful experience with Dr Mattingly & Howell and staff. From the beginning they were very knowledgeable, patient with explaining all methods of treatment and following through with the care plan. My daughter 's halfway through her treatment and her smile looks beautiful.Both of my nieces got their braces here also. We have nothing but good things to say about their care. I highly recommend their services!"
"Three of my kids have gotten braces here. The staff is amazing. Always friendly. Will never go anywhere else"
"I went to Mattingly when I was younger and had an incredible experience. There was no hesitation when it was time to get braces for my son. His braces have been on for a very short time, but I’ve already seen so much progress with his teeth. Everyone there is a joy extremely and comforting to children who have never experienced having braces put on before. They are super easy to schedule with, and can get comfort visits for broken brackets taken care of quickly."
"My whole family has gotten braces here, I am the last of 4 in my family to get them on. Both Dr. Mattingly and Dr. Howell are such kind people, and their staff is just as genuine. Any time I have a concern I call and they fit me in, and my teeth have never looked better. On top of that, they still ask about my older siblings; I can tell they really care about their patients, even past the time they are in braces. Very grateful for this team! 🫶🏼"
"There are no words to express how grateful I am for Dr. Mattingly. Honestly I had given up hope before I came to this office. After years and years of dental work, 2 previous rounds of braces as a child, Physical therapy for TMJ, mouth guards for sleeping, I was still in pain. Daily headaches and sleepless nights…even a broken tooth. I’ve seen multiple dentist that said surgery was my only route. I was referred to Dr. Mattingly by my new dentist after my other one retired and it might have been the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me. I was told I’d need a miracle and that’s exactly what I was given. Treatment started June 2022, back then I had an open bite, I couldn’t bite through pizza or sandwiches, a piece of lettuce on a sandwich was enemy #1. I had two teeth that touched, the rest were a mess. Flash forward to today, I can eat ANYTHING (is this why I’ve gained weight?) no problem and a smile that I’ve only dreamed about. I should be the poster child for Invisalign. But, all jokes aside, this is the absolute best group of orthodontist and the office staff are so kind. I should add that being able to do scans at home were amazing, so nice not to have to take as much time off work as I was expecting. If you’re an adult and you were questioning getting braces again, please let this be your sign to go for it."
"10/10 would recommend, my consultation with Dr. Howell & Alexis, the treatment coordinator was informative, honest and exciting. From there, I had an appointment today to get braces and the experience was the BEST! Cassie, the dental assistant was super sweet and really took care of me. Dr. Chris was efficient and very careful with the process of my treatment. Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics is the best ortho office in Louisville, hands down!"
"This place is great. Braces and Invisalign are two options you can do here. Friendly people in the office."
"Excellent experience with aligners for one child & now traditional braces for another. Very professional & friendly staff. Hours are convenient. Highly recommend both Dr. Mattingly & Dr. Howell!!!"
"My daughter went through the whole braces experience here, and I highly recommend this place!"
"My daughter just got her bottom braces today. She said the technicians were nice and helpful! Great job!"
"Best orthodontist office ever! The most sweetest people & care about their patients, if you’re looking to get braces or Invisalign this is the place to go! They make me feel welcome everytime :)"
"Both of my children received braces from Mattingly and Howell. All of the staff is very welcoming and friendly. Very professional work and comforting bed side manner."
"I completed the Invisalign system here and it was a great experience! I have never had braces, good teeth and alignment all my life then suddenly that changed in my 50’s. The staff is super friendly, scheduling easy and flexible, and the service was affordable. I loved that they had an “express” program for my needs and goals. I have recommended M&H to many others - my son ended up doing Invisalign before his Wedding!"
"We currently have our third child in braces and always have a positive experience!"
"Great place for braces and any other teeth needs, a welcoming staff and great people. Great environment for getting teeth work done."
"I was told I needed to get braces or invisalign by my dentist then referred here because my brother comes here for braces. I, on the other hand, chose to get invisalign and was told that I would use them for over a year. I just got them taken off and I could not be happier. They made this long process so smooth with their use of technology and wonderful communication with clients. I will always refer family and friends to Mattingly and Howell Orthodontics."
"From our initial consultation to the day our daughter’s braces came off, our experience with the staff has been excellent. Our treatment plan went exactly as they presented, over 2 years of appointments and every one was prompt, efficient, and on time!!! Staff is super friendly and takes pride in a great experience for their patients. I would recommend them to anyone looking for an orthodontist!"
"Great experience and great results. Everyone was always so friendly and helpful. My son's teeth look perfect and he got his braces right when they said he would. We couldn't be happier."
"My son came out if his braces today (my daughter 4 years ago), both received their orthodontic care by Drs Mattingly and Howell, I recommend them without reservation.Open and honest in all interactions, friendly and informative staff.This is a practice that provides exceptional care."
"Dr. Mattingly and his team will forever hold a special place in my heart. They completed my first round of braces as a teenager for cosmetic/functional purposes. I returned years later after being diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea. I had decided to undergo double jaw surgery with hopes of opening my airway and knew who I wanted to complete the orthodontic portion of this process. I was nervous about the journey ahead but confident about placing my trust in the hands of the Mattingly/Howell team. Dr Mattingly took the time to visit me in the hospital the evening my surgery was completed. I’ll never forget the excitement I felt to see a familiar face. This kind gesture truly represents his character. He cares about his patients as if they are family. The Mattingly/Howell team always greets you with a smile and I’m really going to miss catching up with them every month. This journey has changed my life in countless ways. I can breathe better and have the energy to live the life my sleep disorder had once stolen from me. For those patients who have treatment plans involving jaw surgery, I promise the end results are worth every anxious thought you may encounter. I blogged my personal story on Instagram (search Amandas_jawjourney) if you need any tips on preparing for recovery. My surgery recovery and braces process could not have gone any smoother. I’m beyond grateful for the care I’ve received from this amazing team over the years."
"I can’t say enough good things about Mattingly & Howell!! From my initial consultation to my deband everyone was AWESOME! They have become my friends over the past 16 months and I will truly miss seeing them on a regular basis. However, I don’t miss the braces, but LOVE the results! At my age I never thought I would have straight teeth again. Thanks to Mattingly & Howell, I do!"
"The most talented, professional, accommodating, efficient, effective, passionate orthodontists and staff! I would HIGHLY recommend them, and them only to ANYONE needing orthodontic care. I had braces and orthodontic treatment as a child and then again as an adult. I also had a very complicated case. They really are all about smiles from the first time you walk in any of their practices to the celebratory, milestone day you get your braces off. They absolutely make anyone from a young child to a seasoned adult feel right and home and completely confident that they are with you 100% and they will see you through to your goals. I actually miss going in there to see all the people from the receptionists to the assistants to the doctors. CHOOSE MATTINGLY & HOWELL. They do amazing work and make it a wonderful experience. Love these people :)"
"Words can't describe how amazing these people are. I've been going through braces and retainers here for the past 2 years and the staff is practically my second family! Unlike many dental office workers, these guys communicate and make you feel good there. If you or a family member needs braces, I would 10/10 recommend these guys."
"Today I just got my braces off. It was a bittersweet moment for me as I left. Even though I'm happy my braces are off but I won't get to see my M&H family once a month anymore. The staff here are fantastic!!! Never had a bad experience here. My 3 yr old daughter even loved coming to my appointments because everyone treated her awesomely!! Very professional and outstanding work here! Id recommend this place to anyone and everyone."
"They are wonderful at Mattingly and Howell. Excellent and friendly service. They make sure it is done right. I recommend this place to anyone who needs braces!"
"I have two daughters in braces right now, every time we are in the staff is ALWAYS personable and polite. Both DR. Howell and Dr. Mattingly are informational, caring, and genuine. I have received after hours calls on weekends and holidays to check on the girls after they have received different appliances during their stages of orthodontic work. I feel like Mattingly and Howell's entire staff goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care to my family. I am so glad we chose them for our families orthodontic needs!"
"I finished my two years of braces in December 2011 and the results have been wonderful. I was a little nervous getting braces at first since I was 34 at the time but knew I wanted to get my under bite corrected and braces were recommended by my dentist. From my first consultation until the time I got my braces off, both Dr. Mattingly and Dr. Howell and the staff were nothing less than amazing. Each visit to the office I always received a warm welcome and they made the experience as pleasant as possible. I followed the doctor's orders about what not to each, about flossing, and keeping up with regular dental care. I had pictures taken before I got the braces on and when I got them off and I was amazed with the results. I wear my retainer every night and still have the same wonderful smile I did when I got my braces off (I have received lots of compliments on my smile). I would definitely recommend Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics to anyone looking to improve their smile!"
"They have a very friendly staff and are always available to answer questions and help anyway they can. I recommend them to anyone searching for Orthodontic treatment. Their friendly atmosphere makes you feel right at home. They look out for your best interest. Dr. Mattingly had the same concerns I did about getting braces with my line of work; I am the face of my dealership so it is important I look my best. He found ways to make my dental work, work best for me. He did some research and was able to get me Invisalign, which we both thought, and I have been told my whole life I could not get. I am a few months into my treatment and I could not be happier.. Finally getting the smile I have always wanted and I have Doctors that go out of their way to accommodate my needs."
"We have our first kid in braces and so far I have been really impressed with the practice. Everything from the facility to the scheduling system. Everyone is super nice and smart and I know for sure that my second kid will go here in about a year when it is time.I would recommend this practice to anyone without a question and I am hard to please."
"My daughter has just completed her two years with braces with Mattingly & Howell. From the first time we walked into their office to the last appointment the experience was awesome. The staff was very welcoming. Drs. Mattingly & Howell are very personable and get to know you and your kids as a person. They some how make going to the dentist fun for the kids. My wife and I are gearing up for my younger daughter to start the process next year. We know exactly what were in for and knowing that will make the experience very pleasant."
"We are now currently on our 4th set of braces in our family, yikes!I cannot say enough about the amazing staff at Mattingly and Howell! From the first phone call inquiring about our first child's braces to now, we have had nothing but the utmost respect and praise for every single person on the staff! What a warm and inviting environment! It feels a bit like home!The smiles in our family are a bit bigger after seeing the great results we have had at Mattingly and Howell! Would not go anywhere else!"
"With 4 kids in braces, we have spent some time at Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics over the past few years! Everyone was friendly and polite, every single visit. One of the best things was that the wait was never very long. They are very good about getting patients in for their appointments very quickly. And now, our kids have beautiful, straight teeth. I would highly recommend this practice! Sheila Mays"
"My daughter was referred to Dr. Mattingly after having extensive dental work done all before the age of 9! Dr. Mattingly has monitored her closely for the last 18 months and saved her from undue additional work (and her parents undue expense). The office staff is so kind, sweet & funny! We are still another 18 months away from braces but know we will be in great hands!"
"I am very sad to say my experience with Drs Mattingly & Howell is coming to an end. My oldest child who is now 21 had braces through them and my youngest child just got his braces off today. The drs and staff that work there are always friendly and helpful and you can call on them anytime. When my youngest son had an ortho emergency, Dr. Howell came to the Stony Brook location from his Bardstown home on a Friday night and worked with him for well over an hour. I will never forget my experience with this office and will truly miss the drs and staff at this location."
"Mattingly & Howell Orthodontics Psc has provided orthodontic care for two of my four sons. I could not be more pleased with our experiences. My second son expects to have his braces removed in just a few months, and my third son just had his braces placed on his teeth. Every person we have encountered has gone above and beyond to ensure that our experiences are as pleasant as possible. Drs. Mattingly and Howell are always fun for my kids to "visit." I would absolutely recommend this practice to any friend or family member in need of orthodontic care. Luckily my oldest son did not need braces but if it is determined that my youngest son requires them, we will definitely continue being treated by this wonderful group of healthcare practitioners."
"My son has been a patient of this group for 9 years. He had his first set of braces at age 6 then a permanent retainer and his final set put on last year. They took a terrified 6 year old and have worked with him throughout the last 9 years to ensure he had a positive experience at EVERY appointment. Easy to schedule, very informative and every person on the staff makes you and your child feel relaxed and important. They are in my opinion the only choice if you or your child is in need of orthodontics."
