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Dr. Michael Stephan Apton DDS
Orthodontist
2500 Nesconset Hwy Bldg 6b Stony Brook NY, 11790About
Dr. Michael Apton practices Orthodontics in Stony Brook, NY. 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. Apton may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Apton 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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