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# Berkeley Orthodontics

Drs. Kasrovi, Kim, Ung and Hoang | East Bay | South Berkeley | North Berkeley

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- [Blog](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/blog/)
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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/) - Berkeley Orthodontics provides expert orthodontic care, braces, and Invisalign for patients throughout Berkeley, Orinda, and Emeryville. Schedule your consultation today.
- [What is Invisalign?](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/invisalign/) - Achieve a straighter smile with Invisalign at Berkeley Orthodontics. Serving Berkeley, Orinda, and Emeryville with customized clear aligner treatment for all ages.
- [What are Braces?](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/braces/) - Get expert braces treatment at Berkeley Orthodontics. We offer personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults in Berkeley, Emeryville, and Orinda.
- [Contact](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/contact/) - Berkeley Orthodontics
- [Choosing An Orthodontist](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/choosing-an-orthodontist/) - It is important to find the right orthodontist for your needs and comfort. The quality of your smile and bite is at stake, not to mention the quality of your experience over the course of your treatment. Here are some factors you may want to consider as you research orthodontists. For more information, the American
- [Accessibility Statement](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/accessibility-statement/) - Berkeley Orthodontics Accessibility Statement Berkeley Orthodontics is committed to facilitating the accessibility and usability of its website, berkeleyorthodontics.com, for everyone. Berkeley Orthodontics aims to comply with all applicable standards, including the World Wide Web Consortium’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 up to Level AA (WCAG 2.0 AA). Berkeley Orthodontics is proud of the efforts that
- [We Serve Our Community](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/teaching-and-community-service/) - Orthodontics is so much more than straightening crooked teeth. Orthodontists are dentists with special training in the treatment of bite abnormalities, and many of our doctors are experts in craniofacial anomalies. This expertise makes them able to help patients who suffer from severe jaw and facial structure problems. Berkeley Orthodontics doctors follow a strong tradition
- [New Patient FAQs](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/new-patient-faqs/) - Q: What is orthodontics? Q: What is orthodontics? Q: What is orthodontics? Q: What are the benefits of orthodontic treatment? Q: At what age should orthodontic treatment occur? Q: What is a malocclusion? Q: What are some early warning signs of a bite problem? Q: Will braces hurt? Q: What can I eat with braces?
- [Referral From Friends and Family](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/referrals/referral-form-for-friends-and-family/) - Thank you for referring your friends and family to Berkeley Orthodontics! To us, the greatest possible compliment is a referral. We appreciate your trust and look forward to taking great care of all your referrals. Submit your referral using the online form below or click here to print our Friends and Family Referral Form and
- [Referral From Dental Professionals](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/referral-form-for-dental-professionals/) - Thank you for referring your patients to Berkeley Orthodontics! We appreciate your trust and look forward to taking great care of your patients. Submit your referral using the online form below or click here to print our Dental Professionals Referral Form and fill it out by hand.
- [Meet the Berkeley Orthodontics Clinical & Administrative Staff](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/meet-our-staff/) - Elba Spruill Financial Coordinator/Business Manager Elba is a graduate of San Francisco City College and Heald Business College. She has been in the orthodontic profession since 1980; most of these years have been with Berkeley & Orinda Orthodontics. When not at work, you will find her enjoying long walks around the San Francisco Bay and
- [Meet Our Doctors](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/meet-our-doctors/) - Dr. Kasrovi Dr. Ung Dr. Hoang Dr. Ting Dr. Hollander Dr. Apurva Kulkarni Dr. Paul Kasrovi Dr. Paul Kasrovi completed his doctoral and postdoctoral education at UCSF, receiving both a specialty certificate in Orthodontics and a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology. Dr. Kasrovi is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. Before
- [COVID-19 Guidelines](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/covid-19/guidelines/) - COVID-19 Guidelines Dear Berkeley & Orinda Orthodontics Family, You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example: ● We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as
- [COVID-19](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/covid-19/)
- [Before and After](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/before-and-after/) - Orthodontic treatment can create amazing changes. Below are some before and after photos of patients treated in our office. They were treated with either Braces or Invisalign. We hope this gives you a better understanding of what orthodontic treatment can do for you. Click on any of the images below to view the correpsonding full
- [North Berkeley](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/north-berkeley/) - Visit Our Three Locations For your convenience, your appointments may be scheduled at any of our three offices located in South Berkeley, North Berkeley and Orinda. South Berkeley: 2640 Telegraph Ave, Suite 201, Berkeley, CA. 94704 Tel: 510-849-2434 North Berkeley: 910 Ensenada Avenue, Berkeley, CA. 94707 Tel: 510-528-1511 Orinda: 96 Davis Road, Suite 1, Orinda,
- [Visit Our Three Locations](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/see-our-offices/) - For your convenience, your appointments may be scheduled at any of our three offices located in South Berkeley, North Berkeley and Orinda. South Berkeley: 2640 Telegraph Ave, Suite 201, Berkeley, CA. 94704 Tel: 510-849-2434 North Berkeley: 910 Ensenada Avenue, Berkeley, CA. 94707 Tel: 510-528-1511 Orinda: 96 Davis Road, Suite 1, Orinda, CA. 94563 Tel: 925-253-4900
- [Visit Our Three Locations](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/south-berkeley/) - For your convenience, your appointments may be scheduled at any of our three offices located in South Berkeley, North Berkeley and Orinda. South Berkeley: 2640 Telegraph Ave, Suite 201, Berkeley, CA. 94704 Tel: 510-849-2434 North Berkeley: 910 Ensenada Avenue, Berkeley, CA. 94707 Tel: 510-528-1511 Orinda: 96 Davis Road, Suite 1, Orinda, CA. 94563 Tel: 925-253-4900
- [Visit Our Three Locations](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/orinda/) - For your convenience, your appointments may be scheduled at any of our three offices located in South Berkeley, North Berkeley and Orinda. South Berkeley: 2640 Telegraph Ave, Suite 201, Berkeley, CA. 94704 Tel: 510-849-2434 North Berkeley: 910 Ensenada Avenue, Berkeley, CA. 94707 Tel: 510-528-1511 Orinda: 96 Davis Road, Suite 1, Orinda, CA. 94563 Tel: 925-253-4900
- [Forms](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/forms/) - New Patient Forms - Electronically review and submit here. Adult Registration (over 18) Patient Registration - http://tinyurl.com/BOOPatientForm COVID-19 Patient Screening - https://form.jotform.com/201440902457146 Informed Consent - https://hipaa.jotform.com/201440688722152 HIPAA Privacy Practices - https://form.jotform.com/201440672102137 Orthodontic Insurance Form - https://form.jotform.com/201455140911141 Child Registration (under 18) Patient Registration - http://tinyurl.com/BOOChildPatientForm COVID-19 Patient Screening - https://form.jotform.com/201440902457146 Informed Consent - https://hipaa.jotform.com/201440688722152 HIPAA Privacy
- [Patient Incentive Program](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/patient-incentive-program/)
- [Fifa World Cup 2018 Summer Contest](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/fifa-world-cup-2018-summer-contest/) - It's World Cup time and the start of the Berkeley and Orinda Orthodontics 2018 World Cup Bracket Challenge! This is your opportunity to join in on all of the World Cup fun and enter to win some awesome prizes. Rules of engagement are simple. There are 4 rounds, and 4 chances to win! Be sure
- [Summer Contests](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/summer-contests/) - FIFA World Cup 2018 Summer Contest Summer Postcard Contest Read More FIFA World Cup 2014 Summer Contest Read More
- [Schedule a Complimentary Consultation](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/schedule-a-consultation/) - Use the form below or contact us at one of our three locations to schedule a free consultation. It’s an easy way to find out if Berkeley Orthodontics is right for you, and there is no obligation.
- [Appointments](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/appointments/) - In order for your treatment to stay on schedule, your appliances must be monitored every few weeks. Sometimes major changes are required in the appliance, requiring a long appointment; sometimes all that is needed is a nudge here and there, requiring a relatively short appointment. Your time is valuable. That’s why we have carefully crafted
- [Orthodontic Devices: Wear & Care](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/orthodontic-devices-wear-and-care/) - For best treatment results, take care of your devices and wear them correctly! Fixed Upper Expander A fixed, soldered expansion device. Removable Upper Expander A removable, hard plastic device with an expansion screw. Lower Expander A fixed wire expansion device. Splint Headgear A removable, plastic, and wire device attached to cloth straps with elastic rubberbands
- [AcceleDent](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/acceledent/) - Get your beautiful, healthy smile…faster! Do you want to improve the look of your smile, but don’t want to spend years in braces or aligners? With AcceleDent®, you can speed your tooth movement by up to 50%! Using this fast, safe, and easy-to-use hands-free device, you’ll be finished with your orthodontic treatment and achieve your
- [Our History](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/our-history/) - Berkeley Orthodontics was established by Dr. Gerald Nelson (currently the Chairman of the Department of Orthodontics at UCSF) in 1968 in a very small office across the street from Alta Bates Hospital in South Berkeley. When Dr. Michael Meyer, who is also a Clinical Professor at UCSF, joined him in 1972, they decided to treat
- [Thank you](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/thank-you/) - Thanks for contacting us, we will reply to you as soon as ...
- [Treatment FAQs](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/treatment-faqs/) - Braces - Invisalign Braces New patients typically have many questions. Below are some questions specific to braces. Find more frequently asked questions about treatment and orthodontics here. Q: Do braces hurt? Q: Will I still be able to play sports? Q: Will braces interfere with playing musical instruments? Q: Will I need to do anything
- [What to Expect](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/what-to-expect/) - Your First Visit We are always pleased to meet new patients! It is our great privilege to help improve the health and beauty of you or your child’s smile. Our goal is for you to feel welcome and comfortable at all times. When you make your first visit, our treatment coordinator will greet you. She
- [Early Treatment](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/early-treatment/) - It’s never too late to get orthodontic treatment. However, considering growth and development of the jaws and timing and status of tooth eruption, the most opportune time to initiate treatment must be determined by an orthodontist. Permanent teeth normally come in at about age 6 or 7. Just as your child’s first visit to the
- [Retainer Wear and Care](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/wear-and-care/) - At Berkeley Orthodontics, we will find the right retainer option for you. Here are the available retainer appliances.Click the image to see wear and care instructions. Removable Hawley Retainers A removable, hard plastic and wire retention device. Click image to see wear & care instructions Transparent Retainer A removable, all-plastic clear retention device. Click image
- [About](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/about/)
- [Referrals](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/referrals/)
- [Existing Patients](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/)
- [New Patients](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/)
- [Treatment](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/)
- [Adult Treatment](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/adult-treatment/) - It is never too late to get orthodontic treatment to improve the health of your teeth and the appearance of your smile! Many Berkeley Orthodontics patients are adults. Our approach to adult orthodontic treatment is similar to adolescent treatment, but there are some important differences. Adult faces have reached their final size and shape. Growth
- [Emergencies](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/emergencies/) - Sometimes, braces come loose. If this happens to you and you’re having pain as a result, we want to see you right away. Otherwise, we schedule emergency repair visits between 9:00am and 2:00pm. If you call outside of our office hours, our voicemail will direct you to the “on call” doctor. If you are having
- [Progress and Final X-Rays](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/progress-and-final-x-rays/) - Progress X-Rays It is important that the roots be aligned in the correct position to ensure the best bone support. In some cases, we will schedule a progress x-ray to evaluate the position of the roots of the teeth, health of the root structures and bone surrounding the teeth, and appearance of the jaw joint.
- [X-Rays at Berkeley Orthodontics](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/x-rays/) - At Berkeley Orthodontics, we take digital X-rays in our offices instead of sending our patients to an outside imaging center. Not only is this more convenient for our patients, the quality control is better. We generally require X-rays of the teeth and surrounding structures at the beginning, middle, and end of treatment. Is It Safe
- [Healthy Habits for a Healthy Smile](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/healthy-habits/) - Understanding the part you play Did you know that you play a very important role in the speed and success of your orthodontic treatment? Think of it as a partnership between you, the orthodontist, and the assistants. Everyone has a job to do! The orthodontist and staff determine the problem, recommend the treatment, make a
- [Food Choices During Treatment](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/existing-patients/food-choices/) - Foods To Avoid While Wearing Braces A healthy diet means a healthy body, healthy teeth, and better orthodontic treatment results! You can usually use common sense about food that can affect your orthodontic appliances and the health of your teeth. Hard, crunchy foods can damage brackets or wires, which can actually move your teeth in
- [Resolving Thumb or Finger Sucking](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/thumb-sucking/) - It is easy to understand how comforting a sucking habit can be to a child. With gentle supervision, it is normally very easy to help a child quit the habit before any damage is done. However, persistent thumb or finger sucking beyond a certain age can cause significant tooth misalignment or jaw deformation. The degree
- [Payments & Insurance](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/new-patients/payments-insurance/) - We don’t want financial considerations to be an obstacle to orthodontic treatment. The total cost of treatment can vary widely, depending on the severity of the problem. Whatever your treatment need, we deliver the finest care for the best possible value. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Payments We offer a
- [Factors That Impact Orthodontic Treatment](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/other-factors/) - Your treatment plan may be influenced by several factors. Growth of the face Growth of the face is of critical importance to the orthodontist. It is a constant subject of study and analysis. Orthodontists try their best to evaluate the individual growing pattern of each young patient in order to plan treatment accordingly. Methods of
- [Colors and Design](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/colors-and-design/) - Under Construction
- [Retainers](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/retainers/) - Did you know that getting your braces off is not the end of treatment? There is still more to do! “Retention” is the phase of treatment after your teeth are beautifully aligned and your orthodontist has removed your braces. It is the phase where the newly perfect position of your teeth must be retained. Why
- [AcceleDent Aura](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/acceledent-aura/) - What is AcceleDent Aura? If the thought of speeding up orthodontic treatment has ever crossed your mind, then we have good news for you. AcceleDent Aura is a remarkable new technology that has been clinically proven to speed up treatment by up to 50%. The AcceleDent Aura handpiece releases a safe and effective light force
- [Invisalign Teen ®](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/treatment/invisalign-teen/) - For teens who prefer not to wear braces, Invisalign® may be an excellent option. Invisalign Teen® works the same way as Invisalign (new clear aligners are used about every two weeks), but there are two important differences. First, Invisalign Teen aligners have Blue Dot Wear Indicators on them so parents and the doctors at Berkeley
- [We Take Pride in Our Profession](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/professional-affiliations/) - We are passionate about orthodontics. In addition to our teaching mission, our doctors are active participants and leaders in many professional organizations in dentistry and orthodontics. We all believe that through active participation in organized dentistry and orthodontics we can ensure the health of our specialty, which in turn will benefit the current and future
- [The Berkeley Orthodontics Difference](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/the-berkeley-orthodontics-difference/) - Berkeley Orthodontics is distinguished by four core merits: Quality Of Our Doctors All of our doctors are graduates of premier orthodontic residency programs in the USA, and several are Clinical Professors at the Division of Orthodontics in the School of Dentistry at the University of California at San Francisco. Not only do they consistently expand
- [Contact Us](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/contact-2/)
- [FIFA World Cup 2014 Summer Contest](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/fifa-world-cup-2014-summer-contest/) - Our Round 1 Winner: Lauren McGill! Our Round 2 Winner: Lucie Bill! Our Round 3 Winner: Arman Aksu! Our Round 4 Winner: Matthew Lewis!
- [Summer Postcard Contest](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/summer-postcard-contest/) - Congratulations to our Winners, Darya and Kasra Massih! We hope you enjoy your brand new Nintendo 3DS XL!
- [Severe Crowding, Recession, Canted Upper Teeth](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/severe-crowding-recession-canted-upper-teeth/) - 44 year old male: Diagnosis: Severe upper & lower crowding Deep bite Canted upper teeth Several areas of gum recession Treatment: Extraction of 2 upper bicuspids and lower left central incisor Full fixed appliances 28 months
- [Deep Bite, Midline Discrepancy](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/deep-bite-midline-discrepancy/) - 14 year old male: Diagnosis: Deep overbite Excessive overjet Midline asymmetry Treatment: Extraction of 4 bicuspids Full fixed appliances 22 months of treatment
- [Impaction & Multiple Missing Teeth](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/impaction-and-multiple-missing-teeth/) - 12 year old female: Diagnosis: Missing upper right lateral incisor & lower right cuspid Horizontally impacted lower left cuspid Peg shaped upper left lateral incisor Treatment: Extraction of impacted lower left cuspid, and peg shaped upper left lateral incisor Upper cuspids substituted as laterals Full fixed appliances 20 months
- [Surgical Orthodontic Correction of an Underbite](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/surgical-orthodontic-correction-of-an-underbite/) - 42 year old male: Diagnosis: Skeletal underbite Retruded upper jaw, protruded lower jaw Full arch crossbite Lower arch crowding Treatment: Non-Extraction Full fixed appliances Double jaw surgery 20 months
- [Deep Impinging Bite, Midline Asymmetry](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/deep-impinging-bite-midline-asymmetry/) - 14 year old male: Diagnosis: Deep bite Midline discrepancy End to end cupsids and molars on the right sider Treatment: Non-Extraction Asymmetric right molar distalization Full fixed appliances 20 months
- [Cross Bite and Open Bite](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/cross-bite-and-open-bite/) - 30 year old male: Diagnosis: Upper and lower crowding Narrow upper & lowerarch forms Open bite Treatment: Invisalign Non-Extraction 27 months
- [Arch Collapse Due to Multiple Missing Teeth](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/arch-collapse-due-to-multiple-missing-teeth/) - 44 year old female: Diagnosis: Upper and lower arch collapse due to missing teeth Retrusive angulation of upper & lower front teeth Severe collision and wear of front teeth Treatment: Combination of Invisalign and braces Creating space for placement of an implant in the lower arch 28 months
- [Deep Bite with Palatal Impingement](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/deep-bite-with-palatal-impingement/) - 13 year old female: Diagnosis: Deep bite Palatal impingement Excessive overjet Upper spacing Treatment: Non-Extraction Full fixed appliances Growth modification 20 months of treatment
- [Narrow Upper Jaw, Ectopic Canines](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/narrow-upper-jaw-ectopic-canines/) - 14 year old female: Diagnosis: Narrow upper jaw Cross bite Lateral open bite Ectopic upper canines Treatment: Non-Extraction Expansion of upper jaw Full fixed appliances 18 months
- [Severe Crowding](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/severe-crowding/) - 13 year old female: Diagnosis: Severe upper & lower crowding Impacted upper cuspids Upper lateral incisors in Crossbite Treatment: Extraction of upper & lower first bicuspids Full fixed appliances 22 months
- [Cross Bite, Missing Teeth, Crowding](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/cross-bite-missing-teeth-crowding/) - 32 year old female: Diagnosis: Previously lost upper first molars Severe lower arch crowding Midline discrepancy Narrow upper arch form Treatment: Extraction of lower right first bicuspid Substitution of upper second molars for first molars Full fixed appliances 23 months
- [Edge to Edge Bite, Missing Tooth, Midline Discrepancy](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/edge-to-edge-bite-missing-tooth-midline-discrepancy/) - 45 year old female: Diagnosis: Missing upper left second bicuspid Lower arch crowding Edge to edge bite Treatment: Extraction of upper & lower right second bicuspids Full fixed appliances 21 months
- [Open Bite Due to Thumb Habit](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/open-bite-due-to-thumb-habit/) - 8 year old female: Diagnosis: Thumb sucking Tongue thrust Open bite Interceptive Treatment: Habit modification Thumb guard Partial fixed appliances 15 months
- [Underbite](https://www.berkeleyorthodontics.com/underbite/) - 36 year old male: Diagnosis: Underbite Severe crowding Excessive overjet Midline asymmetry Posterior crossbite Treatment: Extraction of 4 bicuspids Full fixed appliances 27 months

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