Dr. Robert F Garrison DMD
Orthodontist
502 N Lake Dr Lexington SC, 29072About
Dr. Robert Garrison practices Orthodontics in Lexington, SC. 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. Garrison may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Garrison 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- Acute poisoning from use of isopropyl alcohol in tepid sponging.
- Myocarditis of unknown etiology (Fieldler's?) treated with ACTH; report of a case in a 7-year-old boy with improvement.
- Congenital tracheo-esophageal fistula; nasogastric polyethylene tube in lieu of gastrostomy; case report.
- Pyloric stenosis in one of identical twins.
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