Meet Your Queen City Orthodontics Expert in Liberty Township or Hamilton, OH
Dr. Nicole Crasto, DDS, MS.
Traditional & Advanced Liberty Township and Hamilton, OH Orthodontics: Dr. Nicole Crasto
It is our pleasure to introduce Dr. Nicole Crasto, a board-certified orthodontist committed to delivering the best in orthodontic care. Originally from Wauseon, a small rural town outside of Toledo, OH, Dr. Crasto now provides compassionate, modern treatment to families across Liberty Township and Hamilton.
She married her college sweetheart, Jared, and they share their home with a French bulldog named Luna. She believes a patient’s needs always come first, and building relationships with patients remains the most rewarding part of what she does.
- Board-Certified Orthodontist
- Over a decade of experience
- Specialist in braces, clear aligners, and early intervention
- Passionate about interdisciplinary care and treatment planning
- Known for patient-centered, gentle, and honest communication
- Proficient in CBCT, 3D scanning, and digital treatment planning
- Cares for patients of all ages, from kids to adults
Dr. Crasto is a warm, genuine, and compassionate orthodontist who deeply cares about her patients and their treatment outcomes. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Dayton and completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at The Ohio State University, graduating near the top of her class.
She began her career as a general dentist in Pittsburgh, PA, where her interest in transformative orthodontic results grew. This passion led her to specialize in orthodontics through Seton Hill University’s Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency Program.
After practicing in Arizona, she returned to Ohio to be closer to family. Now, patients in Liberty Township and Hamilton benefit from her advanced training, empathetic care, and cutting-edge techniques. Whether it’s traditional braces, Invisalign, early intervention, or complex orthodontic cases, Dr. Crasto delivers confident smiles across all ages.
- Bachelor of Science – University of Dayton
- Doctor of Dental Surgery – The Ohio State University
- Master of Science in Orthodontics – Seton Hill University
- Certificate in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics – Seton Hill University
- Dr. Crasto has completed extensive clinical training in self-ligating bracket systems, Invisalign, digital treatment planning, and early orthodontic intervention.
Dr. Crasto is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics – a distinction that reflects the highest level of clinical excellence. She presented finished cases to the Board to earn this honor and continues to uphold its rigorous standards.
She also completed the renowned Pitts Orthodontic Masters Continuum – an elite program completed by fewer than 300 orthodontists globally – demonstrating her ongoing commitment to lifelong learning and patient care.
Dr. Crasto has completed multiple advanced courses, including:
- Aligner Intensive Fellowship
- Invisalign Clear Aligner Advanced Residency
- AAFE TMJ, Headache & Orofacial Pain Therapy
- AAFE Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Fillers
- Pitts Orthodontic Masters Educational Continuum
- Diode Laser Excellence Certification
- Spear Education: The Practice of Excellence
These trainings allow her to offer modern, results-driven orthodontic solutions with patient comfort and aesthetics in mind.
- College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
- American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- Arizona State Orthodontic Association
- Pennsylvania Dental Association
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Association for Dental Research
- Association of Women Dentists
- Ohio Dental Association Advocacy Academy
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE)
Dr. Crasto believes in giving back. Her community involvement includes:
- Mission of Mercy
- Salvation Army Back-to-School Events
- Catholic Charities Free Health Care Center
- Honduras Mission Trip
- Give Kids a Smile
- Remote Area Dental Service – Ohio Project
- Ohio Project Mobile Dental Child Services
- St. Vincent De Paul Society
- Habitat for Humanity
When not creating confident smiles, Dr. Crasto enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and volunteering. She brings the same compassion she shows in the clinic to every part of her life.
Meet Dr. Charles Manilla, Founding Orthodontist of Manilla Orthodontics
Dr. Charles Manilla, founder of Manilla Orthodontics, had been providing quality orthodontic care to patients in Butler County and the greater Cincinnati area since 1982. After 40 years of the rewarding experience of treating patients, Dr. Charles Manilla is now retired, a well-deserved milestone. He cherished the opportunity to build relationships with his patients and their families over the years. Treating first and second generations—and occasionally even a third—has been a significant accomplishment for Dr. Manilla. Reflecting on the countless joyful smiles his team has helped create fills him with immense pride!
Dr. Manilla has been a cornerstone of orthodontics in our community for 40 years, and he has now entrusted his legacy to Dr. Crasto at Queen City Orthodontics. The two doctors collaborated closely to ensure a smooth transition of both the practice and patient care. As Queen City Orthodontics begins this new chapter, they remain committed to honoring their established roots.
A native of Huntington, West Virginia, Dr. Manilla received his undergraduate degree in biology from West Virginia University and his doctorate of dental surgery from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. He continued his dental studies to complete a specialty certification in pediatric dentistry from Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Charles Manilla then pursued a second specialty in orthodontics, earning a master’s degree in orthodontia from the University of Detroit School of Dentistry, where he was awarded an academic fellowship. He also has served as an instructor in pediatric dentistry at Case Western Reserve’s Dental School.
As an orthodontist, Dr. Manilla offers a unique dual background. With his advanced level of training, he is both a specialist in orthodontics and a specialist in pediatric dentistry. In addition to being a certified provider of Invisalign.
Dr. Manilla and his wife, Holly, have been married for over 30 years. They love spending as much time as possible with their two grown children who are in New York and Chicago. Dr. Manilla has another talent that also produces as many smiles. Dr. Manilla is a talented magician! He often performed magic tricks for his patients. Dr. Manilla also performed his magic at the West Chester Community Foundation Dough Raiser, which supports quality of life activities and events for the local community.
Trusted Liberty Township and Hamilton Orthodontics
Dr. Nicole Crasto is highly skilled in understanding the growth and development of both children and adults. She’s particularly keen on the myofunctional habits which can impact a child’s smile and growth from as early as seven years old. At this age, we can evaluate if there are any habitual interferences, abnormal facial growth and development of the teeth. She warmly urges parents to book an appointment and bring their little ones for a free initial consultation when they turn seven. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get expert advice from a doctor at this crucial stage of their development.
We encourage early orthodontic treatments, like braces or other appliances for children if it’s absolutely essential for their dental health or for psychosocial reasons. However, often there’s no need for early treatment at all. Sometimes, just a referral to an ENT specialist or stopping certain oral habits can make a huge difference in a child’s growth and development.
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