Dr. John Saunders Clark, D.D.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1699864520
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About This Provider
Dr. John Clark is an orthodontist in Gulfport, MS, with over 20 years of experience creating beautiful, long-lasting smiles. He specializes in advanced treatments like Invisalign® aligners, clear braces, and non-surgical options for jaw and sleep apnea concerns. Dr. Clark is a native of Gulfport who brings both cutting-edge training from UCLA and a deep commitment to serving his community. He holds multiple patents in orthodontics and has been recognized as a speaker at major national conferences. Dr. Clark is accepting new patients and believes that great orthodontics combines science with artistry to create smiles that look great as you age.
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Education & Training
- University of the South (Sewanee) - graduated cum laude (1972)
- Louisiana State University School of Dentistry - DDS (1976)
- University of California at Los Angeles - Certificate in Orthodontics (1980)
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 10/11/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign® Aligners
- SmileShare® clear aligners
- Clear braces
- Self-ligating braces
- Series 2000 Appliances
- Sleep apnea oral devices
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
- World Federation of Orthodontists (Fellow)
- American Association of Functional Orthodontics
- American Orthodontic Society
Awards & Recognition
- 10 U.S. patents in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics
- More than 20 foreign patents
- Featured speaker at AAO meeting 1999 (San Diego) and 2006 (Las Vegas)
- International recognition as world leader and pioneer in dentofacial orthopedics
Beyond the Office
Past president of Fifth District Dental Association
Past president of Greater Gulfport Dental Society
Delegate for Mississippi to House of Delegates for American Association of Orthodontists
MPAC Committee member for Mississippi Dental Association
Civilian consultant to Keesler Air Force Base for TMJ Disorders
Memorial Hospital Sleep Disorders team for obstructive sleep apnea
Guest lecturer at Peking University in Beijing, China
International presentations in Spain, Bolivia, Ukraine, Russia, Manila, Finland, Malaysia, and Toronto
Native of Gulfport, MS - graduated Gulfport East High School in 1968
Combines influences from UCLA studies with down-home dedication and service to his native Gulfport
Pioneer in developing dentofacial orthopedics as a substitute for orthognathic surgery
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