Roseburg Dentist Named President Of International Association For Orthodontics

ROSEBURG, Ore. — A Roseburg dental professional has been named to a top international leadership role in the field of orthodontics.

Dr. William “Lee” Willis has been appointed president of the International Association for Orthodontics for the 2026–2027 term. The appointment places a Roseburg-based practitioner in a leadership role with an organization that includes dental and orthodontic professionals from around the world.

Willis graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1996. Several years later, he began further study in orthodontics, where his work expanded into temporomandibular disorder, commonly known as TMD.

Today, Willis practices in Roseburg, with a focus on TMD dentistry and orthodontics. He also has a special interest in reverse extraction orthodontics and has written numerous articles while lecturing nationally and internationally on TMD-related topics.

In addition to his upcoming role as president of the International Association for Orthodontics, Willis has spent the past eight years serving on the International Board of Orthodontics as one of its board examiners. He has also previously served as president of both the International Board of Orthodontics and the IAO Pacific Northwest Section.

For Roseburg, the appointment is a notable recognition. While national and international leadership roles are often associated with larger metro areas, Willis’ selection highlights professional work being done from Douglas County on a much wider stage.

The International Association for Orthodontics congratulated Willis on the appointment and wished him a successful term marked by leadership, innovation and continued excellence in orthodontics.