Meet Dr. Doug

Dr. Douglas Laliberte (Dr. Doug) is passionate about his work and feels truly fortunate to be anorthodontist. He values the opportunity to meet so many interesting and unique people. Dr.Doug enjoys the hands-on aspect of orthodontics and thrives on the challenges it presents. Each patient is a unique puzzle, and he believes it’s not only important to find the right solution but to ensure it fits seamlessly into their life.

Dr. Doug’s love for Midcoast Maine runs deep. Growing up in Maine, he developed a strong connection to the beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities, and the wonderful community. He is proud to create beautiful smiles and lasting relationships with his patients and their families. We look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

Dr. Doug grew up in Winslow, Maine, in a supportive family that encouraged him to be actively involved in the community. He began working in dentistry as a teenager, assisting in his father’s
practice, and has been part of the dental field ever since. Dr. Doug attended Colby College in Waterville, ME, graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Policy.
He then continued his education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, earning his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.). Graduating Summa Cum Laude, he was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) national dental honor society and was awarded the prestigious ADA Foundation Scholarship, two OKU Scholarships, and two awards for ethics and professionalism, among others.

After completing dental school in 2009, Dr. Doug practiced dentistry in his hometown of Waterville, ME, at the Community Dental Center, where he served uninsured and under-insured patients in a public health setting. After a year, he returned to Tufts University for a residency in orthodontics, completing his program in 2012.

Dr. Doug is deeply committed to continuing education, traveling across the country and internationally to attend advanced courses. His focus is on using efficient treatments and modern mechanics that improve his patients’ experience, while providing ideal functional and cosmetic outcomes. In 2013, Dr. Doug was honored by his peers, being elected President of the Midcoast Dental Society, a position he held for 12 years. His commitment to excellence is further reflected in his decision to become Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics in 2017, an honor achieved by only 30% of orthodontists at the time.

Dr. Doug's love for Maine and the outdoors has been a constant throughout his life. He hasalways been passionate about athletics and community service. As a child, he cherished family trips to Sugarloaf, where he learned to ski and went on to become a Maine State Alpine Ski Champion in Giant Slalom during his senior year of high school. He continues this tradition with his sons, reigniting his passion for the sport.

Dr. Doug and his wife, Dr. Rebecca Laliberte, DMD, live in Rockport with their two sons, Wyatt and Owen. The family shares a love for the outdoors, enjoying skiing, hiking, photography, maple sugaring, fishing, and cruising in their red 1952 Ford F-1. Keep your eye out for him around town and in the local parades.

Dr. Doug’s commitment to the community is evident through his compassionate approach to serving those in need. He actively supports many local and international nonprofits, including a mission trip to Honduras, where he provided dental care to underserved communities. Dr. Doug takes great pride in giving back to the community. Granite Coast Orthodontics frequently donates to local auctions and sponsors numerous school teams and programs. Additionally, Dr. Doug and his dedicated staff visit local schools every year with their Dental Health Outreach Program, educating children from Pre-K to 5th grade about the importance of good oral hygiene.

Most recently, Dr. Doug helped found a new dental assistant training program at the Mid Coast School of Technology (MCST). in 2025, he gave the program to the MCST. In its inception he helped to orchestrate and schedule a dozen dentists to teach lectures in it as well as donating supplies and his time and passion. Dr. Doug has great enthusiasm for lecturing and looks forward to giving talks on orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics to these eager students. Dr. Doug feels this will both, support career focused students to join the profession, and also provide better access to courses and opportunities like becoming a Certified Dental Assistant, and possibly Expanded Function dental assistants. We look forward to seeing you in our practice and throughout the community!