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Dr. Michael J Riger DMD, Orthodontist
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Dr. Michael J Riger DMD

Orthodontist

2324 W Joppa Rd Suite 430 Lutherville Timonium MD, 21093

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Dr. Michael Riger practices Orthodontics in Lutherville Timonium, MD. 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. Riger may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Riger 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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Professional Memberships

  • Member Maryland State Dental Association 

Dr. Michael J Riger DMD's Practice location

Michael Riger

2324 W Joppa Rd Suite 430 -
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
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UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND ST JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTERl

7601 OSLER DRIVE TOWSON MD 21204

Head southeast on West Joppa Road 392 ft
Turn right onto Bosley Avenue (MD 45 Bypass) 3458 ft
Continue onto MD 45 Bypass 2918 ft
Turn right onto Sister Pierre Drive 1683 ft
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GREATER BALTIMORE MEDICAL CENTERl

6701 NORTH CHARLES STREET BALTIMORE MD 21204

Head southeast on West Joppa Road 392 ft
Turn right onto Bosley Avenue (MD 45 Bypass) 2191 ft
Turn right onto West Towsontown Boulevard 1.1 mi
Go straight onto Charles Street (MD 139) 734 ft
Turn left onto GBMC Drive 1625 ft
Turn left 56 ft
Turn right 266 ft
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MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITALl

5601 LOCH RAVEN BOULEVARD BALTIMORE MD 21239

Head southeast on West Joppa Road 392 ft
Turn right onto Bosley Avenue (MD 45 Bypass) 3458 ft
Continue onto MD 45 Bypass 2.1 mi
Turn left onto East Northern Parkway 769 ft
Turn right onto Clearspring Road 221 ft
Turn left onto East Belvedere Avenue 1.1 mi
Turn right onto Loch Raven Boulevard (MD 542) 672 ft
Turn left onto Lochner Road 256 ft
Make a slight left 213 ft
Turn right onto Emergency 129 ft
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