Meet Dr. Featheringham

Meet Dr. Dale Anne Featheringham, DDS, MS, MBA

Experienced. Accomplished. Personally Invested in Every Smile.

Dr. Dale Anne Featheringham is a private-practice orthodontist in Medina, Ohio, dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults throughout Medina County and the surrounding communities.

A true Buckeye through and through, Dr. Featheringham has built her career around orthodontics, continuing education, professional leadership, and—most importantly—her patients. With more than 25 years of experience as an orthodontist, she brings an extensive depth of knowledge and experience to every smile she treats.

An Ohio State Education

Dr. Featheringham earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1997. She remained at Ohio State to complete her orthodontic residency, earning her Master of Science in Orthodontics in 2000.

Her commitment to education continued beyond clinical training. In 2005, she earned her Master of Business Administration from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

This combination of advanced orthodontic training and business education has given Dr. Featheringham a unique perspective on both patient care and practice leadership.

A Career Built in Northeast Ohio

Dr. Featheringham began her orthodontic career in Medina, Ohio, where she worked as an associate for several years. She opened her own practice in Mansfield in 2006 and expanded to Wooster in 2010.

She later joined forces with two fellow orthodontists to form Trio Orthodontics, an eight-location group practice that was eventually acquired by Smile Doctors in 2017.

After years of experience in private practice, group practice, and professional leadership, Dr. Featheringham is thrilled to return to Medina County and build a practice of her own once again.

She is passionate about serving the community she knows and loves and working alongside the talented dental professionals throughout Medina and the surrounding areas.

A Leader in Orthodontics

Dr. Featheringham's commitment to orthodontics extends well beyond her own practice. Throughout her career, she has taken an active leadership role in organized dentistry and orthodontics at the local, state, regional, and national levels.

She is a past president of both the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists and the Ohio Association of Orthodontists and previously served as a Trustee-at-Large for the American Association of Orthodontists. She has also served as Chair of the AAO Council on Government Affairs and as Chair of the GLAO delegation to the AAO House of Delegates.

In recognition of her contributions to the orthodontic profession, Dr. Featheringham received the 2024 Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes members who have demonstrated exemplary service to the organization and the orthodontic profession.

She currently serves as Ohio Director to the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists and continues to be actively involved in advocacy efforts on behalf of orthodontists and their patients.

In 2026, Dr. Featheringham was elected Speaker of the American Association of Orthodontists House of Delegates for 2027–2030, one of the highest leadership positions within the organization.

More Than an Orthodontist

When she's not thinking about teeth, Dr. Featheringham describes herself as a “volunteer-aholic.”

Giving back to her profession and community is an important part of who she is. She has volunteered with professional organizations including the American Association of Orthodontists, Ohio Association of Orthodontists, Ohio State Dental Alumni Association, and Ohio State Orthodontic Alumni Association, as well as charitable organizations focused on children and their well-being.

Her commitment to service reflects the same philosophy she brings to her practice: investing in people, building relationships, and making a positive difference.

Bringing Experience Home to Medina

After decades of experience in orthodontics and professional leadership, Dr. Featheringham is excited to be back in Medina County and serving the community where her orthodontic career began.

She believes orthodontic care should be personalized to each patient—not simply a one-size-fits-all treatment plan. Her goal is to create an experience where patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout their orthodontic journey.

Whether you're considering braces, clear aligners, or simply want to explore your options, Dr. Featheringham and her team are here to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Professional Credentials & Leadership

Education

• Doctor of Dental Surgery — The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, 1997
  
• Master of Science in Orthodontics — The Ohio State University, 2000
  
• Master of Business Administration — The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, 2005

Professional Leadership

• Speaker-Elect, American Association of Orthodontists House of Delegates, 2027–2030
  
• Ohio Director, Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists
  
• Past President, Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists
  
• Past President, Ohio Association of Orthodontists
  
• Former Trustee-at-Large, American Association of Orthodontists
  
• Former Chair, AAO Council on Government Affairs
  Former Chair, GLAO Delegation to the AAO House of Delegates

Recognition

• 2024 Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists Distinguished Service Award
  

Dr. Dale Anne Featheringham is the owner of Upbeat Orthodontics in Medina, Ohio, where she provides personalized orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults throughout Medina County and surrounding communities. With more than 25 years of experience as an orthodontist, Dr. Featheringham has developed a career centered on orthodontic care, education, professional leadership, and service. Her extensive connection to The Ohio State University has shaped both her clinical education and professional development, while her experience in private practice and organized orthodontics has given her a broad perspective on the profession.

Education

Dr. Featheringham's academic background began at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1997. Following dental school, she remained at Ohio State to complete the Ohio State Orthodontic Residency Program. She completed her orthodontic residency in 2000 and earned her Master of Science in Orthodontics. This advanced education provided the specialized orthodontic training that became the foundation of her professional career.

Her education at Ohio State continued beyond her clinical and orthodontic training. In 2005, Dr. Featheringham completed a Master of Business Administration through The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. Her MBA education complemented her clinical background by providing additional knowledge in business and leadership. This combination of orthodontic and business education has supported her work both as an orthodontist and as the owner of her own practice.

Dr. Featheringham has also remained connected to dental education through her work as a part-time faculty teacher at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. Her role as an educator gives her an opportunity to contribute to dental education while maintaining her connection to the university where she completed her own professional training.

Professional Experience

Dr. Featheringham began her orthodontic career in Medina, Ohio, working as an associate for several years. She later opened her own practice in Mansfield in 2006 and expanded to Wooster in 2010. These experiences allowed her to build her career in orthodontics while serving patients in Northeast Ohio.

She eventually joined with two fellow orthodontists to form Trio Orthodontics, an eight-location group practice. The group was later acquired by Smile Doctors in 2017. Her experience in both private practice and group practice has contributed to the professional perspective she brings to her current role as the owner of Upbeat Orthodontics.

After years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Featheringham returned to Medina County to establish Upbeat Orthodontics. The practice provides orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults and offers treatment options including braces and clear aligners. Dr. Featheringham emphasizes personalized care and believes orthodontic treatment should be tailored to each patient's individual needs rather than approached as a one-size-fits-all process.

Professional Leadership

In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Featheringham has been actively involved in organized orthodontics at the local, state, regional, and national levels. Her professional leadership includes serving as past president of both the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists and the Ohio Association of Orthodontists. She also previously served as a Trustee-at-Large for the American Association of Orthodontists and as Chair of the AAO Council on Government Affairs.

Her involvement has continued through the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists, where she serves as Ohio Director. She has also served as Chair of the GLAO delegation to the American Association of Orthodontists House of Delegates. These roles reflect her continued participation in professional organizations and advocacy efforts involving orthodontists and their patients.

Dr. Featheringham's professional contributions were recognized in 2024 when she received the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes service to the organization and the orthodontic profession. In 2026, she was elected Speaker of the American Association of Orthodontists House of Delegates for the 2027–2030 term, further expanding her leadership responsibilities within organized orthodontics.

Commitment to Patients

At Upbeat Orthodontics, Dr. Featheringham focuses on providing personalized orthodontic care for patients at different stages of life. The practice serves children, teens, and adults, with treatment options that include traditional braces, clear braces, and clear aligners. Her approach is based on recognizing that each patient has individual orthodontic needs and goals.

The practice describes its approach as combining clinical excellence with personal attention. Dr. Featheringham's goal is to create an orthodontic experience in which patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout treatment. Upbeat Orthodontics also offers free consultations, same-day emergency services, and no-interest financing options.

Her patient-centered approach is supported by her continued involvement in education and professional orthodontic organizations. By maintaining connections with both dental education and the broader orthodontic profession, Dr. Featheringham continues to participate in the field beyond her day-to-day work in the practice.

Community and Professional Service

Service is another important part of Dr. Featheringham's professional background. The Upbeat Orthodontics website describes her as a “volunteer-aholic” and notes her involvement with professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, Ohio Association of Orthodontists, Ohio State Dental Alumni Association, and Ohio State Orthodontic Alumni Association. She has also volunteered with charitable organizations focused on children and their well-being.

Her professional service reflects her long-standing connection to orthodontics and to the Ohio communities where she has practiced. Returning to Medina County has allowed Dr. Featheringham to continue serving the community where her orthodontic career began while operating Upbeat Orthodontics and contributing to the profession through education, leadership, and advocacy.

Continuing Her Work at Upbeat Orthodontics

Today, Dr. Featheringham combines her education, orthodontic experience, business background, teaching role, and professional leadership as the owner of Upbeat Orthodontics. Her career includes more than two decades of orthodontic experience, multiple leadership positions within professional organizations, and an ongoing connection to dental education at The Ohio State University.

Through Upbeat Orthodontics, she continues to provide orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults in Medina and surrounding communities. Her focus on individualized treatment and personal attention reflects the practice's goal of helping patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their orthodontic journey.

Start Your Orthodontic Journey With Dr. Dale Anne Featheringham

If you are considering orthodontic treatment for yourself or your child, Upbeat Orthodontics offers free consultations to help you learn more about your options. Contact Dr. Dale Anne Featheringham and the Upbeat Orthodontics team in Medina, Ohio, to schedule a consultation and begin discussing a personalized approach to your orthodontic care.