Dr. Patrick L. Swonke, DDS
Orthodontist
8687 Louetta Rd Suite 250 Spring TX, 77379About
Dr. Patrick Swonke practices Orthodontics in Spring, TX. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment includes metal wires that are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into desired positions. Being advanced in the field, Dr. Swonke may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Swonke must recognize various characteristics of a malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.
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Get to know General and Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Patrick L. Swonke, who serves patients in Spring, Texas.
Located in Spring, Texas, Swonke Family Dentistry was founded in 1988 by general and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Swonke. The dental practice has been committed to bringing patients the most exceptional general, cosmetic, and orthodontic care and customer service for more than three decades and counting. “We truly care and do our best to meet our patients’ expectations and to provide our dental care in the most comfortable manner and caring environment possible.” as stated by Dr. Swonke.
In 1986, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry in Houston, Texas. He then went on to complete his training at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Las Vegas, Nevada.
On the subject of his many professional achievements, Dr. Swonke was recognized as “America’s Top Dentists” per the Consumers’ Research Council of America in 2011, awarded the Patients’ Choice Award in 2012, as well as named “America’s Top Dentists” in 2014. He was also recognized by the United States Olympic Committee for supporting America’s Olympic athletes and for honoring the spirit of sports competition that energizes the Nation’s Olympic efforts.
Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. As a general & cosmetic dentist, Dr. Swonke has the skills necessary to complete an array of procedures that are simple or complex in nature.
On a more personal note, he lives in Spring, Texas with his wife, Tracie, and their three boys, Grant, Brett, and Terran. In his spare time, even though it is limited, Dr. Swonke enjoys traveling, watching movies, and playing the drums. In fact, he used to be a percussionist-drummer.
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