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At La Jolla Village Orthodontics, board-certified expertise meets a warm, boutique approach to care. We create personalized treatment plans for children, teens, and adults, with a focus on beautiful results and an experience that feels comfortable from start to finish.
Orthodontic care
made personal
No two smiles are exactly alike, and we think orthodontic care should reflect that. At La Jolla Village Orthodontics, we take the time to get to know you, understand your goals, and create a treatment plan that fits seemlessly into your lifestyle. From Invisalign and braces to early orthodontic treatment, you’ll receive attentive, individualized care from a team that wants every visit to feel easy and genuinely personal.
"The first time I met Dr. Wong, I didn't really want to get my braces. And after the first few days, I got pretty comfortable with them. My first impression is how she was really kind."
"The first time I met Dr. Wong, I didn't really want to get my braces. And after the first few days, I got pretty comfortable with them. My first impression is how she was really kind."
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Meet the doctors behind your smile
Board-certified orthodontists putting your smile first
At La Jolla Village Orthodontics, your smile is in the hands of Dr. Katherine Wong and Dr. Paul Upatham, two board-certified orthodontists who believe great treatment starts with listening.
Together, they combine advanced orthodontic training with a thoughtful, individualized approach to care. Whether they’re treating a child’s developing smile or helping an adult finally make the change they’ve been considering, they take the time to explain every step, answer every question, and create results designed to look and feel like you.
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Tailored orthodontic services
Invisalign
Straighten your smile with a clear, removable treatment designed to fit comfortably into everyday life. Invisalign offers teens and adults a discreet approach to orthodontic treatment without traditional brackets and wires.
Braces
A trusted and highly precise orthodontic solution, braces give our doctors exceptional control over tooth movement and can address everything from straightforward alignment to more complex bite concerns.
Early Interceptive Treatment
An early orthodontic evaluation gives us an opportunity to monitor your child’s growth and determine whether treatment could help guide developing teeth and jaws in a healthier direction.
Real smiles,
real results
Explore our before and after gallery to see how orthodontic treatment has helped patients achieve healthier, more confident smiles.
Your first consultationis complimentary
Wondering whether orthodontic treatment is right for you or your child? Your complimentary consultation is a chance to meet our team, explore your options, and get personalized recommendations from one of our board-certified orthodontists.
What makes La Jolla Village Orthodontics different?
Exceptional orthodontics is about more than straightening teeth. It’s about feeling known, comfortable, and confident in the people caring for your smile.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Board-certified expertise
Dr. Wong and Dr. Upatham are board-certified orthodontists who bring extensive training, experience, and attention to detail to every treatment plan.
Invisalign Diamond Providers
As Invisalign Diamond Providers, our doctors have extensive experience using clear aligner treatment to create precise, thoughtfully planned results.
A boutique approach
Our La Jolla office offers a more intimate orthodontic experience where relationships matter. Expect attentive appointments, familiar faces, and a team that takes the time to know you by name.
Personalized treatment plans
There is no one-size-fits-all smile. We consider your needs, goals, lifestyle, and long-term oral health to create a plan that feels completely your own.
