John F Buzzatto

John F Buzzatto is a Clinical Assistant Professor (part-time) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, concurrently serving on faculty at Temple School of Medicine and staff at Allegheny General Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. His expertise spans orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics with a focus on clinical practice supervision and biomechanics.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Pittsburgh (1973)
• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine (1978)

Dr. Buzzatto’s professional activities include leadership roles in multiple orthodontic associations: President of the Western Pennsylvania Society of Orthodontists, Pennsylvania Association of Orthodontists, Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists, and American Association of Orthodontists. He maintains a private orthodontic practice in Allison Park and Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, and holds Board Certification from the American Board of Orthodontics.

His clinical interests emphasize mixed dentition therapy, informed consent processes, and advocacy for orthodontic standards through professional organizations such as the World Federation of Orthodontists and College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics.