Dr. Joseph L Wasson

Dr. Wasson has taken hundreds of hours of continuing education courses
and has advanced training in Dentofacial Orthopedics, TMJ and Surgical
Orthodontics. He has used his experience and training to influence up-and-coming
dentists and orthodontists:
Instructor, Department of Orthodontics, University of Tennessee Memphis,
College of Dentistry, Memphis, TN, 1964-68; Instructor, Department of
Orthodontics, St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO, 1968-69; Assistant
Professor, Department of Orthodontics, University of Tennessee Memphis,
College of Dentistry, Memphis, TN, 1968-79; Associate Professor, Department
of Orthodontics, University of Tennessee Memphis, College of Dentistry,
Memphis, TN, 1979-1987; Professor, Department of Orthodontics, University
of Tennessee Memphis, College of Dentistry, 1987-present; Contributing
Author, Clark’s Clinical Dentistry textbook and other textbook
publications; Also served as a research advisor for numerous Master
of Science theses and was involved in …clinical research projects for
the University of Tennessee Memphis Department of Orthodontics.
Respected in his professional community.
“Professional activities offer great forums to share and exchange
information. I’m honored that my fellow colleagues have recognized
my work and have asked me to speak at several meetings and presentations.
All this experience, however, really benefits my patients most. After
all, they’re the reason we’re researching and discussing
new and better ways to solve orthodontic problems.”
Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics, 1981; Author, Published in
numerous dental and orthodontic journals, including the Journal of Clinical
Orthodontics; Member, American, Southern, Tennessee and Memphis Associations
of Orthodontists; American and Tennessee Dental Associations; College
of Diplomates, American Board of Orthodontics; American Society of Dentistry
for Children; International Academy of Gnathology; Southeastern Gnathological
Research Group; Memphis Dental Society; Memphis Dental Legion; The Foundation
for Advanced Continuing Education; Past President, Memphis Dental Legion,
1974, served as secretary/treasurer, 1973; Past President, Memphis Association
of Orthodontists, 1987, served as secretary/treasurer, 1986
Dr. Wasson has also made numerous presentations to dental and orthodontic
professional study groups and societies in the U.S. and abroad. These
presentations include meetings of the American Dental Association, the
American Association of Orthodontists, the International Academy of
Gnathology and the Puerto Rican Society of Orthodontists.
Serving his country through his profession.
“Orthodontics has played a part in just about every aspect of
my life. And the military was no exception.”
Captain, U.S. Army Dental Corps, 1962-64
“When you read this resume, you’ll find a lot of information
about me that I hope will make you feel very confident about your child’s
care. But I also want you to know me on a personal level. When I’m
not practicing orthodontics, I enjoy spending time with my family. And
whenever possible, I hunt, fish and stay fit by staying active.”
Dr. Wasson's published articles