Dr. Edward V. Shagam, D.D.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1740209832
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About This Provider
Dr. Edward Shagam is an orthodontist in Medford, NJ, with over 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He specializes in challenging cases, including severe crowding and impacted teeth, and has a special gift for working with patients who have physical or emotional disabilities. Dr. Shagam believes that a dental practice should feel welcoming and personal, not rushed, and he focuses on building real relationships with his patients to help them feel calm and comfortable. Beyond his dental work, Dr. Shagam has had an exciting career advising zoos across the country on caring for exotic animals like tigers and elephants. He is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to meeting you!
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing, Albany State University, 1970
- Doctor of Dental Surgery, Howard University College of Dentistry, Washington, DC, 1972
- Orthodontic Certificate, Temple University College of Dentistry, Philadelphia
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 07/19/2006
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Beyond the Office
Zoological dental consultant for numerous zoos across the country
Worked at Bronx Zoo
Worked at Miami Metro Zoo
On-call consultant for Ringling Brothers Circus
Dental consultant for the Gorilla Foundation
Pro bono exotic animal dental cases
Has worked with exotic animals including tigers, elephants, bears, pumas, and polar bears
Previously worked in television production, business administration, and marketing
Was road manager for the 1970s rock band Sha Na Na
Specialized in police K-9 handling (Search and Recovery)
Graduated from Disney University in 1997 for professional development
Uses Arnold Schwarzenegger voice impressions on after-hours phone messages
Office painted in bright colors (reds and purples) with organic citrus orange peel scent sprayed twice daily
Offers complimentary video games in office
Proud of treating three generations of the same family simultaneously
Has lifelong love of animals
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