Michael F. Rudolph, DDS

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Get to know Orthodontist Dr. Michael F. Rudolph, who serves patients in Ossining, New York.

Dr. Rudolph is an orthodontist who is currently serving patients’ dental needs at Westchester Creative Orthodontics in Ossining, New York. On a daily basis, he recognizes various characteristics of malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, defines the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and designs a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.

After earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the New York University School of Medicine, Dr. Rudolf went on to complete his orthodontics training at Columbia University in New York City, New York in 1974. 

In addition to being a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, he has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, which is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal covering orthodontic research.

Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws. As an orthodontist, Dr. Rudolph is responsible for identifying problems with the positioning of a patient’s teeth and with their oral development. He utilizes the most advanced procedures and equipment available to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful smile.

With years of experience, Dr. Rudolph attributes his success to his passion for helping people through his skills, both mechanically and biologically based.

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