Tropical Orthodontics has been named a 2026 Consumer Choice Award recipient, extending an unbroken streak that began in 2017 and now spans ten consecutive years. The Mississauga-based practice announced the recognition on October 10, 2026, describing it as a reflection of a decade of clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and trust among families across Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area.
The Consumer Choice Award is one of Canada's most respected business recognition programs, honoring organizations that consistently deliver outstanding service and customer satisfaction. For Tropical Orthodontics, earning the distinction every year from 2017 through 2026 represents a sustained commitment to quality that few practices achieve. The milestone matters not only as a marketing accolade but as an independent signal to patients choosing among providers in a crowded orthodontic market. For consumers, it offers a validated measure of reliability; for the industry, it highlights the value of long-term patient relationships and continuous innovation.
Led by Dr. Joel Schacher, Tropical Orthodontics has become one of the most recognized orthodontic practices in Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. Dr. Schacher, a Certified Orthodontist and founder, has more than 40 years of experience helping thousands of children, teens, and adults achieve healthier, more confident smiles. A graduate of the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, he completed orthodontic specialty training at the Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, New York. His career includes founding and presiding over the Ontario Damon Study Club, teaching orthodontics to dental residents at Hamilton General Hospital, and serving as a guest lecturer for graduate orthodontic residents.
"Receiving the Consumer Choice Award for ten consecutive years, from 2017 through 2026, is an incredible honour," Schacher said. "This recognition reflects the trust our patients and families place in us every day. We remain committed to delivering exceptional orthodontic care, embracing innovation, and helping every patient achieve a healthy, confident smile."
The practice's approach combines modern technology with a patient-first philosophy, offering customized treatment plans focused on long-term oral health and exceptional outcomes. Patients from Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Milton, Etobicoke, and across the Greater Toronto Area seek care there for its commitment to clinical excellence and innovative solutions. Services include Invisalign and clear aligners, Pitts 21 braces, Damon braces, adult and teen orthodontics, bite correction, non-extraction orthodontics, and smile enhancement and teeth alignment treatment.
Tropical Orthodontics has built a reputation for reducing the need for unnecessary tooth extractions and invasive procedures, using advanced systems that support efficient tooth movement and improved comfort. That focus on non-extraction and minimally invasive care aligns with a broader shift in orthodontics toward preserving natural dentition whenever possible, a development that can benefit patients through shorter recovery times and fewer procedures.
As the practice marks ten years of consecutive Consumer Choice Awards, the recognition serves as a benchmark for both current and prospective patients evaluating orthodontic providers. It also underscores how sustained patient satisfaction can translate into durable business success in a competitive healthcare sector. The team says it remains focused on the future and on maintaining the standard of care, innovation, and patient experience that has defined the practice for more than a decade.
