
Dr. Karlene-anne Hill D.D.S.
Orthodontist
12316 New Hampshire Ave Silver Spring MD, 20904About
Dr. Karlene-anne Hill practices Orthodontics in Silver Spring, MD. 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. Hill may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Hill 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
Howard University College of Dentistry D.D.S. 1995
University of the West Indies, Kingston B.S. 1989
Harvard University Masters of Medical Sciences
Provider Details
Treatments
- Orthodontic Treatment
- Crowding Of The Teeth
- Open Bite - Front Teeth Don't Touch
- Deep Overbite - Lower Front Teeth Bite Into Palate
- Missing Lateral Incisors
- Underbite - Lower Front Teeth In Front Of Upper Teeth
- Spacing Of Teeth
- Overjet - Protruding Front Teeth
- Non-braces Treatment
- Mouthguards
- Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Traditional Metal Braces
- Self-ligating Braces
- Clear (ceramic) Braces
- Clear Aligners
- Elastics (rubber Bands)
- Palatal Expander
- Retainers
- Separators Or Spacers
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American Association of Orthodontists
- Professional Member American Dental Association
- Professional Member Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists
- Professional Member Maryland State Dental Association
- Professional Member Southern Maryland Dental Society
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