Education and Academic Achievements - Peter Buschang graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Texas at Austin in 1976. - He received his bachelor's degree in physical anthropology. - In 1978, he obtained his master's degree in primate anatomy. - In 1980, he completed his PhD in physical anthropology. - He spent three years as a NIDCR postdoctoral fellow at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.
Research Interests and Publications - Buschang's research interests focus on craniofacial growth. - He studies developmental adaptations to orthodontic and surgical treatments. - He also investigates oral-motor function. - He has published over 256 scientific papers. - Buschang has given more than 130 invited lectures and workshops. - Buschang has authored the textbook 'Recognizing and Correcting Developing Malocclusions: A Problem-Oriented Approach to Orthodontics.'
Awards and Positions - Buschang received the Earle E. and Wilma Shepard Award. - He is an honorary member of the American Association of Orthodontists. - Buschang is an honorary member of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontics. - Since 1989, he has been the Director of Orthodontic Research at Baylor College of Dentistry. - He is currently a Regents Professor at Baylor College of Dentistry. - Buschang has an endowed professorship in orthodontics named after him at Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry. - He has written a textbook titled 'Clinical Research Methodology and Design for Dentists: Practical Guidelines and Applications.'
References and Publications - Peter H. Buschang's profile can be found on bcd.tamhsc.edu. - An interview with Peter H. Buschang was published in the Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics. - His profile is available on ResearchGate. - The book 'Recognizing and Correcting Developing Malocclusions: A Problem-Oriented Approach to Orthodontics' was published by Wiley-Blackwell in 2016.
Contributions to Orthodontics - Buschang has made significant contributions to the field of orthodontics through his research and publications. - Buschang's work has advanced our understanding of craniofacial growth and orthodontic treatments. - He has been a Regents Professor at Baylor College of Dentistry since 2012.