Dr. Lainie M Shapiro, D.D.S., M.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1205923877
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(248) 360-7878About This Provider
Dr. Lainie Shapiro is an experienced orthodontist with 20 years of practice in Commerce Township, Michigan, and board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics. She earned all her degrees from the University of Michigan, including her Doctor of Dental Surgery and Master of Science, and has taught orthodontic residents at her alma mater. Dr. Shapiro treats children, teens, and adults using modern technology including clear braces, silver braces, and the Damon System. She decided to pursue orthodontics after wearing braces herself during high school and continues to stay active in the orthodontic community through her involvement with the Michigan Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Shapiro is now accepting new patients and looks forward to helping you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- University of Michigan - B.S. in Bio-Psychology, graduated with distinction
- University of Michigan - Master of Science (MS)
- University of Michigan - Orthodontic Residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- University of Michigan - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 10/06/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- State-of-the-art braces
- Silver braces
- Clear/tooth-colored braces
- Damon System
- Computerized office
Professional Memberships
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society
- Michigan Association of Orthodontists (former Director)
Awards & Recognition
- Class Honors for all four years of college
- Eleanor Bushee Senior Student Dental Award
Beyond the Office
Taught part-time as Adjunct Clinical Lecturer in the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Michigan
Taught graduate-level courses to orthodontic and pediatric dentistry residents
Born in Washington, DC; lived in Gaithersburg, Maryland and Buffalo, New York before moving to Grand Rapids, Michigan
Decided to become an orthodontist after having braces and working at a dental office during high school
Married to Michael Shapiro, a local endodontist (root canal specialist), in Calgary, Alberta in 2000
Mother of two children
Owns an overly friendly cocker spaniel
Currently resides in Farmington Hills, Michigan
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