Meet Your Lakewood Orthodontist, Dr. Heather Desh
Dr. Heather Desh is a board-certified orthodontist serving patients of all ages in the Lakewood area. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BA in pre-dental medicine before moving on to one of only two Ivy League dental schools to complete her education.
At the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Desh was involved in research and received awards for her work on evaluating the masseter muscle metabolism in TMJ disorders. She proudly graduated in the top five percent of her class.
After graduating from dental school, Dr. Desh attended Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry for her orthodontics residency training. Dr. Desh is a proud member of many organizations, including:
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honors Society
- Harbor Dental Society
- American Board of Orthodontics
- California Dental Association
- Long Beach Chamber of Commerce
- Long Beach Executives Association
What’s the HD difference?
At HD Orthodontics, we’re intent on transforming more than just your smile. We want to help you transform your life! A straighter, healthier smile can boost your self-esteem and help you greet the world with confidence. Dr. Desh watched her own smile transform through orthodontic treatment, and from that, realized what a positive impact orthodontic care can have on a person’s life. She is proud to dedicate her career to helping Lakewood patients experience the power of a beautiful smile.