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Dr. Varner Leroy Leggitt D.D.S.
Orthodontist
11092 Anderson Street Loma Linda CA, 92354About
Dr. Varner Leggitt practices Orthodontics in Loma Linda, 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. Leggitt may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Leggitt 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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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- A comparison of synovial fluid pressure after immediate versus gradual mandibular advancement in the miniature pig.
- Common orthodontic appliances cause artifacts that degrade the diagnostic quality
- Influence of common orthodontic appliances on the diagnostic quality of cranial magnetic resonance images.
- Periodontal health of anterior teeth with two types of fixed retainers.
- The effect of changes in primary attending doctor coverage frequency on orthodontic treatment time and results.
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LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTERl
11234 ANDERSON ST LOMA LINDA CA 92354REDLANDS COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
350 TERRACINA BLVD REDLANDS CA 92373