"I love orthodontics. I love doing what I do. I love working with the patients and interacting with them!"
- Dr. Anthony Paventy

Dr. Paventy is passionate about orthodontics. He truly enjoys his job, working with his team, and most of all, spending time with his patients. Dr. Paventy's philosophy is to provide the absolute best orthodontic care in a positive environment. He enjoys the diversity that each patient brings to the practice, and he looks forward to helping his patients create spectacular smiles!

Education

Dr. Paventy began his career as an orthodontist by completing a rigorous orthodontic education. He believes that a good education is essential for any orthodontist, and he takes great pride in his achievements as a student.

Brigham Young University

• Bachelor of Science degree in Neurosciences

University of Nevada Las Vegas

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree
• Graduated with high honors

University of Oklahoma

• Master's of Science degree
• Specialty residency and certificate in orthodontics
• Graduate teaching assistant in the department of orthodontics

Continuing Education

In order to maintain a high level of expertise, Dr. Paventy regularly participates in continuing education. In fact, he is so dedicated to being an orthodontist that he takes more than double the required amount of continuing education each year.

In 2009, Dr. Paventy was awarded the Charley Schultz award from the AAO for his research done while he was a resident. The award was given to the most outstanding clinical research done by a resident worldwide. He is now a Diplomat for the American Board of Orthodontics. This is an honor achieved by very few orthodontists in their lifetime. He is also a part of the Spear Study Club and has had his research published.

Professional Memberships and Affiliations

Dr. Paventy is a member of several prestigious orthodontic and dental organizations that provide him with opportunities for continuing education. He is a member of the:

• American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
• Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO)
• Southern Willamette Dental Society
• American Dental Association (ADA)
• Oregon Dental Association
• Oregon State Society of Orthodontists
• Southern Willamette Dental Society  - Vice President and past Secretary
• Diplomat for the American Board of Orthodontics
• Spear Study Club

Professional Memberships Links

American Association of Orthodontists

On this site, you can learn about orthodontists-specialists in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. The correction of tooth and jaw alignment results in a healthy, attractive smile that's good for life.

www.braces.org

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American Dental Association (ADA)

The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science and professional advancement.

www.ada.org

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American Board of Orthodontics® (ABO)

The mission of The American Board of Orthodontics is to establish and maintain the highest standards of clinical excellence in orthodontics.

www.braces.org

Outside of the practice…

Dr. Paventy is originally from Spokane, Washington, and he has lived in Corvallis since 2008. Dr. Paventy loves his family, and spending time with them. He and his wife Angie have three children, Luciana, Pierce and Madalena.  Dr. Paventy is a sports fan, and he used to play Lacrosse in college. He enjoys all sports, including college sports, exercising, and spending time outdoors.