Dr. Lamont Ray Gholston DMD
Orthodontist
928 E Broadway Louisville KY, 40204Rating
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Dr. Lamont Gholston practices Orthodontics in Louisville, KY. 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. Gholston may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Gholston 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- Applying an evaluation model to a dental public health program.
- Endodontic considerations in the design of acid-etched anterior splints for patients with reduced periodontal support.
- An endodontic-orthodontic technique for esthetic stabilization of externally resorbed teeth.
- Orthodontic external root resorption--endodontic considerations.
- Reliability of an intraoral camera: utility for clinical dentistry and research.
- Bilateral transposition of maxillary canines and lateral incisors: a rare condition.
- Archwire auxiliary for patients with posterior bridges.
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