Dr. W. Todd Bivins D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
220 Mount Pleasant Rd Suite 200 Chesapeake VA, 23322About
Dr. W. Bivins practices Orthodontics in Chesapeake, VA. 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. Bivins may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Bivins 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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