Dr. Wakeshi Lanise Benson, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1760675227
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Dr. Wakeshi Benson is a board-certified orthodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients in Chester, VA achieve healthy, confident smiles. She offers a full range of braces options—including clear ceramic braces, traditional metal braces, and Invisalign—plus specialized treatment for teens and adults. Dr. Benson's passion for patient-centered care comes from her own experience with braces in junior high school, which inspired her to become an orthodontist. She is fluent in English and Spanish, and she's currently accepting new patients at her practice.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Wayne State University-detroit Medical Center & John Dingell VamcResidency Hospital, 2001
- Michigan State University (graduated with honor)
- Fellow- Academy Of Dentistry International2009
- University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor (DDS)
- Specialty Residency in Orthodontics, Howard University College of Dentistry, Washington DC (Chief Resident)
- University Of Michigan / School Of DentistryMedical School, 2000
- Michigan State UniversityUndergraduate School, 1996
- General Practice Residency in Dentistry, John D. Dingell Veterans Administration Medical Center
- Howard University School Of Dentistry /orthodontic ResidencyResidency Hospital, 2008
- Diplomate, American Board Of Orthodontics2010
- Traverse City Migrant Dental ProgramInternship Hospital, 1998
Board Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics (2010–present)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 08/19/2007
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Southern Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Virginia Dental Association
- Richmond Dental Society
- National Dental Association
- Peter B. Ramsey Dental Society
- Old Dominion Dental Society
- Academy of General Dentists
- College of Diplomates, American Board of Orthodontics
- Academy of Dentistry International (Fellow)
Awards & Recognition
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics (2010–present)
- Orthodontic Department Award (Howard University)
- Postdoctoral Research Award (Howard University)
- Postdoctoral Award in Biomechanics (Howard University)
- Detroit District Society 2005 New Dentist Award
- Recent Alumni Award (Michigan State University College of Natural Science)
- Youngest President of the Detroit District Dental Society (Central Branch) in 2004
Beyond the Office
Traverse City Migrant Worker Program
Colgate Bright Smiles Bright Future
Marshall Becker Dental Clinic
Native of Battle Creek, Michigan
Had orthodontic treatment in junior high school, which inspired her career choice
Married with three children
Resides in the Richmond, Virginia area
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