Dr. Bryan A. Lockhart DDS

Dr. Bryan Lockhart is a distinguished Board Certified orthodontist renowned for his expertise and leadership in the field. With a commitment to excellence, he operates two esteemed orthodontic practices in Charlotte, NC alongside his orthodontic partner and spouse, Dr. Lauren Rennick Lockhart. Hailing from Decatur, GA, Dr. Lockhart pursued his dental education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he honed his skills and knowledge. His dedication to advancing his professional development led Dr. Lockhart to complete a rigorous one-year General Practice Residency at Montefiore Medical Center, followed by the attainment of his Certificate in Orthodontics from Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, FL. Eager to deepen his expertise, he pursued further specialized training at Jacobi Medical Center in New York, undertaking an Orthodontic/Orthognathic Surgical Fellowship that has enriched his practice. Dr. Lockhart is a pioneering force in modern orthodontics, proficient in both custom fixed appliances and cutting-edge clear aligner technology. Notably, he is the visionary behind Dualine, an innovative clear aligner brand that he has developed in-house and frequently shares insights on through lectures. His inventive spirit has also led to the creation of groundbreaking orthodontic solutions, including LockOn—a patented device designed to facilitate orthognathic surgery for patients undergoing clear aligner therapy or surgery-first orthognathic surgery—and CAStrack, a proprietary software utilized to manage and monitor in-house aligner patients and digital workflows. Passionate about the transformative potential of digital orthodontics, Dr. Lockhart is a sought-after speaker on national and international stages, where he shares his expertise on a wide range of topics including In-House Aligners, Remote Monitoring, clear aligners (Angel Aligners), and LightForce Custom Fixed Appliances. Committed to advancing the profession, he maintains active memberships in organizations such as the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), Southern Association of Orthodontists (SAO), and North Carolina Association of Orthodontists (NCAO), where he serves as a distinguished member of the executive board.