Dr. Jason Charnley

DDS, MS

“Being an orthodontist is an incredibly rewarding profession. A smile is often the first thing people notice when meeting someone, and I love helping our patients gain confidence in their smile. I also feel fortunate to be an orthodontist in such close-knit communities. It is a lot of fun to get to know the families of our practice and watch our patients develop into strong, confident young men and women.

Orthodontics is more than just straightening teeth. At Lakeshore Orthodontics, we use a face-first approach to treatment. This means we evaluate the skeletal structure in addition to the alignment of the teeth. By starting with a jaw structure analysis, we can establish the ideal facial harmony for each patient. I also enjoy educating patients on why we chose a specific type of treatment.”

Dr. Jason Charnley earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in health sciences from Kalamazoo College in 2002. He went on to pursue dentistry at the University of Michigan and earned his Master of Science degree from the same institution.

He opened his practice in 2009 and has been creating confident smiles ever since.

Dr. Charnley is passionate about fostering personal relationships with his patients and their families. He’s committed to educating them over the course of their treatment and equipping each patient with lasting knowledge about orthodontic care.

Dr. Charnley is a board-certified orthodontist and is proud to be affiliated with the AAO, ABO, ADA, GLAO, MAO, MDA, and the Muskegon District Dental Society.

Dr. Charnley is married to his college sweetheart, Erin, who is a dentist. Together, they have two sons, Carter and Cole, and one daughter, Livia. When he’s not moving teeth, he enjoys golfing and downhill skiing with his family.

In Their Own Words:
Patient Reviews

“Lakeshore Orthodontics has been absolutely phenomenal! Three of my daughters have gotten their braces here, and my youngest just got hers off this week. Every single visit has been a great experience, thanks to the incredible team. If you’re looking for an orthodontic office that truly cares about their patients and makes the process enjoyable, I highly recommend Lakeshore Orthodontics”

Jessie V.

“This was my first experience with Invisalign. The hygienist & doctor were excellent, making sure I understand the procedure and answering my questions. They took extra time adjusting the aligners. As a senior patient, I was a little hesitant. Now I’m looking forward to my new smile!”

Martha R.

“I’ve been down this path of orthodontic treatment before, having visited a different clinic prior to discovering Lakeshore Orthodontics. Given my less-than-ideal experience at the previous place, I had high hopes for my new journey. From the friendly staff to the skilled doctors, everyone has exceeded my expectations. I’m really thankful that I took the recommendations to heart.”

Carmen K.

“I have had a wonderful experience here! I love how detailed the providers are and how they will go above and beyond to make sure you get the results you want. Both my son and I have been very happy with our treatment and the kind, friendly, and helpful staff. Highly recommend!”

Amber J.