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Dr. Steven Kunihiro D.D.S.
Orthodontist
915 Trancas St Napa CA, 94558About
Dr. Steven Kunihiro practices Orthodontics in Napa, CA. 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. Kunihiro may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Kunihiro 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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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mary C. Cooke D.D.S., M.S.3392 Solano Ave. Napa CA 94558
- Dr. Jerry Stanley Redd D.D.S.1620 VALLE VISTA AVE STE 200 VALLEJO CA 94589
- Dr. Lani Chun D.D.S., M.S.D.140 ADMIRAL CALLAGHAN LN VALLEJO CA 94591
- Dr. Willard Emery Zurcher DDS1900 Pennsylvania Ave Fairfield CA 94533
- Kenneth Frederick Freer DDS15 Rotary Way Vallejo CA 94591
- Niousha Saghafi1411 Oliver Rd. Fairfield CA 94534
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SUTTER SOLANO MEDICAL CENTERl
300 HOSPITAL DR VALLEJO CA 94589