Dr. Joseph Albert Stofko D.M.D.
Orthodontist
5351 William Flynn Hwy Gibsonia PA, 15044Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Joseph Stofko practices Orthodontics in Gibsonia, PA. 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. Stofko may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Stofko 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
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine D.M.D. 1994
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bite Adjustment
- Cosmetic Oral Evaluation
- Dental Braces
- Clear Braces
- Fixed Orthodontic Correction
- Invisalign Teen®
- Invisalign®
- Metal Braces
- In-house Clear Removeable Aligners
- Expanders
- Non-surgical Bite Correction
- Non-surgical Orthodontic Procedures
- Orthodontic Aligners
- Orthodontic Procedures
- Removable Appliances
- Retainer Therapy
- Retainers
- Spacers For Braces
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member Pennsylvania Dental Association
- Professional Member American Association of Orthodontists
- Professional Member Western Pennsylvania Society of Orthodontists
- Professional Member Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists
- Professional Member American Dental Association
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