
Dr. Dharmini Pathmanathan DMD, PHD
Orthodontist
15160 Nw Laidlaw Rd Portland OR, 97229About
Dr. Dharmini Pathmanathan practices Orthodontics in Portland, OR. 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. Pathmanathan may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Pathmanathan 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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