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Dr. Ruth Ross Edmonds DDS, MDS

Orthodontist

1704 Charlotte Ave Suite 100 Nashville TN, 37203
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Dr. Ruth Edmonds practices Orthodontics in Nashville, TN. 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. Edmonds may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Edmonds 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.

Education and Training

Vanderbilt University Bachelors of Science in Psychology

University of Tennesse Health Science Center Orthodontics

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

Awards

  • Appeared on the Emmy awarded TV show, "The Doctors"  The Doctors 
  • Appointed to the Dean's Advisory Committee, Meharry Medical College  Meharry Medical College 
  • Distinguished Dentist Award Parent Magazine "Top Doc"  Parent Magazine 
  • Interfaith Dental Clinic- Dentist of Distinction  Interfaith Dental Clinic 

Treatments

  • Traditional Braces
  • Clear Braces
  • Ceramic Braces
  • Invisalign

Professional Memberships

  • Member American Association of Orthodontists  2000 
  • Member Southern Association of Orthodontists  2000 
  • Member Nashville Dental Society  2000 
  • Member Tennessee Dental Association  2000 
  • Member Capitol City Dental Society  2000 

Publications

  • American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial OrthopedicsGrowth of the anterior dental arch in black American children: A longitudinal study from 3 to 18 yea2000

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1704 Charlotte Ave Suite 100 -
Nashville, TN 37203
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