Meet the Doctor

Dr. Kolodziej was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and earned his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Pittsburgh. He remained in Pittsburgh to attend the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1996. After receiving his D.M.D., he elected to pursue advanced education in general dentistry and served as a general practice resident at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Pittsburgh. After completing his G.P.R. he was accepted as a graduate resident in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. His orthodontic research was in the field of craniofacial growth and the manuscript from that work was published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. Prior to practicing in the Cleveland area, Dr. Kolodziej was in the private practice of orthodontics with offices in Johnstown and Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Currently, Dr. Kolodziej is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is also an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists, and the Ohio Dental Association. He periodically lectures at various venues and has presented continuing education courses for the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine since 2005. He is also grateful to be a participating provider for Dental Options, a program designed to facilitate necessary dental care for underprivileged individuals.

In addition to conventional orthodontic treatment, Dr. Kolodziej offers treatment using the Invisalign® appliance system, and is certified as an Invisalign® orthodontist. As an alternative to stainless steel braces, gold and ceramic appliances are offered as well. Other orthodontic services such as treatments combined with orthognathic surgery (“jaw surgery”) are offered when indicated. Early treatment (“Phase 1”) is provided, but only in those cases where early interception is needed to prevent complications. Whenever possible, treatment is deferred until most of the permanent teeth are erupted.

The doctor is often asked how to pronounce his name. For those who might be curious, it is pronounced “Ko-Ló-Gee,” which is a Polish word meaning “maker of wheels.” He enjoys singing, Steelers football games, and weekends at Put-In-Bay. He has been proud to call himself a Clevelander since November of 2000.

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