Dr. Richard Sims Tompkins DMD
Orthodontist
5250 Clemson Ave Columbia SC, 29206Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Richard Tompkins practices Orthodontics in Columbia, SC. 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. Tompkins may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Tompkins 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
Temple University, School of Dentistry M.S. in Orthodontics 1988
Clemson University BS Microbiology 1982
Provider Details
Treatments
- Metal Braces
- Ceramic Braces
- Invisalign
- X-ray
- Crowding
- Open Bite
- Space Maintainers
- Underbite
- Overbite
- Aligners
- Cross- Bite
- Conventional Orthodontic Treatment
Professional Memberships
- Board Certified Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics
- Professional Member American Association of Orthodontists
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