David Sarver
About David Sarver
David Sarver serves as the Clinical Director and Chairman of the Clinical Advisory Board at Orthodontic Partners in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He holds advanced degrees in dentistry and orthodontics, is a published author, and has delivered over 400 professional presentations globally.
Work at Orthodontic Partners
David Sarver currently serves as the Clinical Director and Chairman of the Clinical Advisory Board at Orthodontic Partners. He has held this position since 2020, contributing his expertise to the organization based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this role, he oversees clinical practices and provides guidance on orthodontic procedures and patient care.
Education and Expertise
David Sarver completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Pre-Dentistry at Auburn University from 1973 to 1975. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry between 1973 and 1977. Following this, he pursued an Orthodontics Residency Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, obtaining a Master of Science (MS) from 1977 to 1979. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his clinical and academic endeavors.
Professional Memberships
David Sarver is an active member of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists. He is also a Fellow in both the International and American Colleges of Dentists, as well as the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. These memberships reflect his commitment to the orthodontic profession and ongoing professional development.
Publications and Contributions
David Sarver has authored and co-authored several significant texts in the field of orthodontics. He wrote 'Esthetic Orthodontics and Orthognathic Surgery' and 'Dentofacial Esthetics: From Macro to Micro'. Additionally, he co-authored the surgical text 'Contemporary Treatment of Dentofacial Deformity' and contributed to the 4th, 5th, and 6th editions of 'Contemporary Orthodontics'. His publications serve as valuable resources for practitioners and students in orthodontics.
Speaking Engagements and Teaching Roles
David Sarver has delivered over 400 professional presentations across various regions including the United States, Europe, Australia, and the Middle and Far East. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Orthodontics at both the University of North Carolina and the University of Alabama at Birmingham, sharing his knowledge and experience with future orthodontists.