Hussam Al Fakir, Orthodontist
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Hussam Al Fakir

Orthodontist

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Dr. Hussam Al Fakir practices Orthodontics in Unknown City, Unknown State. 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. Al Fakir may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Al Fakir 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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Get to know Orthodontist Dr. Hussam Al Fakir, who serves the population of Canda, Ontario.

Fellowship Orthodontist Dr. Hussam Al Fakir currently practices with Village Orthodontics, with nearly a decade of experience in his field. Dr. Al Fakir’s philosophy in life is to be a part of and to be a reason for other people's success and happiness.

Village Orthodontics is comprised of nine practice locations which all specialize in orthodontic solutions for children and adults. They provide their patients with A professional environment; Clear and simple communication explaining the importance of orthodontics and the treatment options available; Expert orthodontists and a team that is not only committed to the best outcome for your treatment plan, but genuinely love what they do; and The latest technology to properly diagnose and recommend the best treatment plan personally catered to you.

Dr. Al Fakir holds a Masters Degree in Orthodontics from the University of Alberta. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. In addition, he has a diploma of Health Service Administration from Dalhousie University, which helped strengthen his understanding of the importance of patient care and high-quality performance. Dr. Al Fakir’s educational background combined with his experience helped him in dealing with patients and people of various ages. His clinical training paid special attention to the utmost current theories of facial and smile aesthetics and interceptive treatment.

He achieved his Fellowship in Orthodontics by the Royal College of Dentists in Canada and is a proud member of the Canadian Association of Orthodontists, Canadian Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontics, Alberta Dental Association and the Alberta Society of Orthodontics. Additionally, he is on the Board of Directors for the Union of Medical Relief Organizations Canada. He also serves as a clinical instructor in the Department of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Alberta.

Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws. An orthodontist is an expert who diagnoses and treats overbites, occlusions, misaligned teeth and jaws, and overcrowded mouths. If left untreated, all of these problems can grow worse over time.

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