Tanya Al-Talib
Professor-in-Residence for Orthodontics
Biography
Dr. Al-Talib is a board certified orthodontist who provides services to patients at the UNLV Faculty Dental Practice. She provides personalized orthodontic care to give patients straight teeth and a healthy smile that they deserve. She offers a thorough evaluation, diagnosis, and custom treatment planning for all alignment and bite concerns.
Dr. Al-Talib utilizes the most modern treatment options available today, including:
- Traditional metal braces
- Clear braces
- Clear aligners (such as Invisalign and other aligner systems)
She also works closely with each patient's general dentist and other specialists to position their teeth ideally for any complex restorative or surgical treatments that they may need.
Expertise in Sleep Health
In addition to orthodontics, Dr. Al-Talib is an expert in managing sleep breathing disorders, holding a prestigious Diplomate status from the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. As a diplomate, she offers great care and dental management options for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, including Oral Appliance Therapy. Dr. Al-Talib collaborates closely with each patient's medical healthcare provider and coordinates care and follow-up for their sleep-related breathing disorder.
Degrees
- Dental Sleep Medicine: American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Mastery Program
- Certificate in Orthodontics: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, School of Dentistry
- MS: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, School of Dentistry
- Certificate of Advanced Education General Dentistry: Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry
- DDS: Louisiana State University, School of Dentistry