Holden, MA Orthodontist

Get to Know
Dr. Davis Witt

Holden orthodontist Doctor Davis Witt smiling

Dr. Witt has been in private practice for over 25 years, and during that time, he has literally helped thousands of patients of all ages. His straightforward and friendly approach takes the stress out of the orthodontic process, and his extensive skills and experience ensure that his patients achieve the Healthy Beautiful Smiles they deserve. Before you meet our Holden orthodontist in person, you can learn a little more about Dr. Witt below.

My Story

Why Did You Want
to Become an Orthodontist?

Outside view of Witt Orthodontics P C office building

At the early age of thirteen years old, Dr. Witt’s interest in the field of orthodontics was ignited. Following a series of orthodontic treatments, he was amazed by the results. Not only was his smile completely transformed, but also a newfound sense of confidence emerged. The ability to provide the same feeling to patients daily represents one of the most rewarding aspects of his job.

Education

Where Did You Study Orthodontics?

Dr. Witt was born and raised in Winchendon, Massachusetts. He graduated from Cushing Academy. He began his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University for two years, transferred, and then graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst with a Bachelor of Science (BS). Dr. Witt spent the next four years at the University of Connecticut’s School of Dental Medicine, where he received a Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD). Subsequently, he was accepted into the University of Washington Seattle’s highly competitive Orthodontics program. There he was awarded a Certificate in Orthodontics and Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD).

Outside view of University of Connecticut Health building
Teaching Experience

Where Do You Teach Orthodontics?

Dr. Witt is proud to share his experience and expertise with the dental students at UConn, where he has been teaching for several years. Because of this, he had the honor of placing the doctoral hood on his daughter, Dr. Julia Witt, who graduated from the UConn School of Dental Medicine and plans to follow in her dad’s footsteps by going on to receive her specialty training in orthodontics and continue the tradition of excellence he has established.

Doctor Witt placing doctoral hood on his daughter at her graduation
My Passion

Outside of the Orthodontic
Office, What Do You
Like to Do?

Doctor Witt and his wife Doctor Witt and his family

In Dr. Witt’s final year at the University of Connecticut’s School of Dental Medicine, he met Susan. Dr. Witt and Susan have now been happily married for over 31 years. They have nine children together ranging from 13 to 29 years old. Three of their children aspire to pursue careers in the field of dentistry.

Dr. Witt has volunteered for over 29 years as a part-time faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Witt enjoys traveling with his family to destinations like Hawaii, Florida, and Maine. His favorite hobbies include kayaking, snorkeling, skiing, playing tennis, and participating in competitive family games of cornhole.