Dr. Deborah Elizabeth Priestap, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1194897603
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About This Provider
Dr. Deborah Priestap is a board-certified orthodontist with over 20 years of experience straightening smiles and correcting bite problems in Milford, Michigan. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Ohio State University and went on to complete a Master's degree in Orthodontics at the University of Detroit. As an adjunct professor at the University of Detroit Mercy since 2000, Dr. Priestap is passionate about teaching and learning from the next generation of orthodontists—she believes that working with residents helps her become an even better doctor. She is currently accepting new patients and would be happy to help you achieve the healthy, confident smile you deserve.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), Ohio State University College of Dentistry, 1983
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Orthodontics, University of Detroit, 1986
Board Certifications
- Board-certified orthodontist (American Board of Orthodontics)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 11/14/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) - Examiner
- American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- Michigan Board of Dentistry (member)
- Michigan Association of Orthodontists (past president)
- Council of Michigan Dental Specialties (past vice president and past director)
Awards & Recognition
- O.B. Vaughan Special Recognition Award (American Board of Orthodontics, 2017)
Beyond the Office
Adjunct Professor of Graduate Orthodontics, University of Detroit Mercy (since 2000)
Adjunct Professor of Graduate Orthodontics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry (1999-2015)
Member of Michigan Board of Dentistry
Past President of Michigan Association of Orthodontists
ABO Board Examiner
Located in Milford, Michigan
Maintained a private orthodontic practice for 23 years
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