Dr. Allen H. Moffitt D.M.D.
Orthodontist
1302 Johnson Blvd Murray KY, 42071About
Dr. Allen Moffitt practices Orthodontics in Murray, KY. 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. Moffitt may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Moffitt 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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Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Radiographic and periodontal requirements of the American Board of Orthodontics: a modification in the case display requirements for adult and periodontally involved adolescent and preadolescent patients.
- Long-term bonded retention after closure of maxillary midline diastema.
- An interview with Roberto Lima Filho.
- Comment on the transfer of patients' records.
- Eruption and function of maxillary third molars after extraction of second molars.
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