Mark B. Lahaye D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
100 Pecan St Thibodaux LA, 70301About
Dr. Mark Lahaye practices Orthodontics in Thibodaux, LA. 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. Lahaye may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Lahaye 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
Auburn University, Auburn, AL Bachelor of Science 1997
LSU School of Dentistry DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) 2002
Provider Details
Awards
- Baldridge Scholarship Recipient LSU School of Dentistry
Treatments
- Braces
- Braces & Appliances
- Braces & Invisalign
- Braces & Orthodontics
- Invisalign
- Invisalign & Invisalign Teen
- Invisalign & Orthodontics
- Invisalign (clear Aligners)
- Invisalign (clear Removable Aligners - Braces)
- Soft Tissue Laser
- Soft Tissue Laser Dentistry
- Clear Braces
- Clear Braces / Invisalign
- Clear Braces For Adults
- Retainers
- Retainers And Mouth Guards
- Retainers/aligners
Professional Memberships
- President Bayou District Dental Association
- President Louisiana Association of Orthodontists
- President/Board Member Baylor Orthodontic Alumni Association
- Member American Dental Association
- Member Louisiana Dental Association
- Member Southern Association of Orthodontists
- Founding Member Cutting Edge Orthodontists Study Club
- Advisory Board Member Unitek Training Academy 2017
Publications
- American Journal of OrthodonticsOrthodontic Treatment Changes of chin position in Class II, Division I malocclusions2006
Experience & Accolades
- Counselor1990 - 1996Camp Longhorn
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