MEET THE DOCTORS
Dr. Bill Gierie
Dr. Bill Gierie is passionate about orthodontics.
He believes his life was changed forever when he received the gift of straight teeth. Fascinated by the process and the amazing results, he was drawn to the profession. "I don’t feel like I’ve worked a day in my adult life because I love what I do," says Dr. Gierie.
His love of orthodontics has led him to share his knowledge with others. As part of the Invisalign® Speakers Bureau, Dr. Gierie is a sought-after speaker and lectures internationally, teaching other orthodontists how to use the Invisalign system and sharing his latest innovations. As an associate adjunct professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of North Carolina he shares his passion with young orthodontists in training.
Dr. Gierie is a past member of Align Technology’s North American Ortho Advisory Board (Ortho NAAB) and the Invisalign Global Scientific Advisory Board and was one of only 7 members in the world to serve on this board, whose mission is to provide feedback on product direction and development.
Dr. Gierie is a member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, the North Carolina Dental Society and the Wilmington Tri-County Dental Society (where he served as a past president). When not practicing orthodontics or lecturing, Dr. Gierie enjoys reading, computers, chess, cooking, boating, paddleboarding, cycling, running and being outdoors whenever possible.
Dr. Gierie has a daughter and two sons.
Dr. Gregory Richardson
Dr. Richardson is a native of Fayetteville, NC, and grew up in Raleigh. He earned his undergraduate and dental degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following dental school, Dr. Richardson remained at UNC to complete a three-year orthodontic residency and earned a master’s degree in orthodontics in 1991.
Dr. Richardson is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the North Carolina Association of Orthodontists, the Southern Association of Orthodontists, and the Wilmington Tri-County Dental Society. He is a past president of the Wilmington Tri-County Dental Society, the North Carolina Association of Orthodontists, and the UNC Alumni Association. Dr. Richardson is a certified Invisalign® Preferred Provider.
Dr. Richardson's practice philosophy is to provide the highest quality of orthodontic care in a friendly, fun environment.
In his free time, Dr. Richardson enjoys family time with his wife Ann, and their three daughters, including surfing, stand up paddle boarding, working in the yard, and a little fishing.
Dr. Steven Hancock
Dr. Steven Hancock is a native of Davidson, NC. He attended East Carolina University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering. While working in quality control, Dr. Hancock managed a team that assessed and optimized pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Dr. Hancock later discovered his passion for dentistry. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina, where he graduated in the top of his class with the highest distinction for service to his community. He was also inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Dental honors society and earned fellowships and awards for professionalism and ethics. Dr. Hancock remained at UNC to continue his specialty education in orthodontics.
Dr. Hancock has moved to Wilmington with his wife Katie, their 16-month-old son Bennett, and their adorable golden retriever Wheeler. When not in the office, Dr. Hancock can be found on the golf course, enjoying time with his family, and cheering on his favorite sports teams (ECU and UNC).
From Dr. Gierie: “I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Dr. Steven Hancock and his family over the last 3 and 1/2 years and he’s impressed me from early on, not only in his grasp of orthodontics but also his easy manner with patients and attention to detail which is so important to me. I couldn’t be more thrilled to have him join our practice.”
Dr. Joe Jamison
Dr. Jamison has been creating phenomenal smiles in Wilmington for over 44 years. Born in Waco, Texas, he graduated from high school in Charlotte, North Carolina. He continued his education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Relations. He then continued his education at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, and at the University of Iowa, where he received a Master of Science degree in Orthodontics. A board-certified orthodontist and published author, he is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, North Carolina Association of Orthodontists, North Carolina Dental Society, and the Cape Fear Dental Study Club.
When he is not practicing orthodontics, Dr. Jamison enjoys time with his family, playing tennis, working out, visiting the beach, and attending First Presbyterian Church. Dr. Jamison is married to the former Barbara Bear of Wilmington. They have two grown children and 4 grandchildren.
