Dr. Alan Tan is an orthodontist in Woodland, California, with over 20 years of experience straightening smiles and correcting bites for children, teens, and adults. He completed his dental degree at Tufts University and specialized in orthodontics through advanced training, earning membership in prestigious organizations like the American Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Tan uses the latest technology, including Invisalign® and the Damon® system, to give his patients beautiful results while keeping communication and kindness at the heart of his practice. He's deeply involved in his community through the Smiles for Kids program, which provides free braces to children who need them, and he creates custom sports guards for local school athletes. Dr. Tan is currently accepting new patients and invites you to visit his award-winning office in Woodland to start your journey to a healthier, more confident smile.

Specialties

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OrthodonticsPrimary
Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

Tufts University, Post-graduate Orthodontic Residency (1992)
University Of California At BerkeleyUndergraduate School, 1986
Tufts University School Of Dental MedicineMedical School, 1990
UC Berkeley, Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry (1986)
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, DDS (1990)

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 11/17/2006

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsDentofacial orthopedicsTreatment for children, teens and adultsSmile improvementBite correction

Technology & Equipment

Damon® system
Invisalign®
Esthetic Clarity braces
Digital imaging
Advanced computer graphics
iTero3D intraoral scanner

Professional Memberships

Sacramento District Dental Society
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
California Association of Orthodontists
American Association of Orthodontists

Awards & Recognition

Award-winning renovated Craftsman-style office (moved to present location in 2002)

Beyond the Office

Smiles for Kids program (pro bono cases)

Sports guards for local school sports teams

Supports 4-H and FFA

Sponsor of Yolo County CASA

Board of Directors member for Yolo County CASA (5 years)

Speaks at local career days

Fundraising at elementary school carnivals and festivals

Born in Pennsylvania, raised in Sunnyvale, California

Had a childhood interest in animals and science with friend Arnold

Spent college sabbatical in Colorado skiing, working, and volunteering at Aspen Valley Hospital

Graduated from UC Berkeley with honors (Go Bears!)

Graduated in top of his class from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1990

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