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Dr. Gerald Dodd Brister D.D.S., Orthodontist
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Dr. Gerald Dodd Brister D.D.S.

Orthodontist

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3007 Greenfield Rd Pearl MS, 39208
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Dr. Gerald Brister practices Orthodontics in Pearl, MS. 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. Brister may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Brister 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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Dr. Gerald Dodd Brister D.D.S.'s Practice location

Dr. Gerald Brister, DDS

3007 Greenfield Rd -
Pearl, MS 39208
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Dr. Gerald Dodd Brister D.D.S. has a rating of 1 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Orthodontist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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