Meet Dr. Andrew LaPray

For Dr. Andrew LaPray, orthodontics has always been about more than straight teeth.

Andrew's grandfather practiced dentistry for nearly 30 years and left him with a philosophy he has carried into his own career: “They were more than just my patients; they were my friends.” That idea stuck with him—and today, it shapes the kind of orthodontist he strives to be.

After completing his orthodontic training, Andrew spent three years practicing in Central Washington, where he had the privilege of caring for thousands of patients and families. What he valued most wasn't simply creating great smiles, but the relationships built along the way—getting to know people beyond their smiles, celebrating their milestones, and helping them grow in confidence.

With deep roots in Utah—including years spent here growing up and attending college—Andrew and his family have settled in southern Utah to put down roots of their own and build LaPray Orthodontics.

Andrew believes exceptional orthodontic care should be both highly personalized and clinically excellent. No two patients are exactly alike, and their treatment shouldn't be either. Whether a case is straightforward or complex, he takes the time to understand the whole person, thoughtfully plan the details, and use the right tools and techniques to create a result built to last. The goal isn't simply to finish treatment with straight teeth. It's to do the right treatment, for the right person, for the right reasons.

He wants every patient who walks through the doors of LaPray Orthodontics to feel known, cared for, and genuinely valued.

That's the heart behind Lift Others.

Because a great smile can change the way someone looks—but great orthodontic care can change the way someone feels.