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Dr. Hongsheng Sam Tong, DDS, PHD

Orthodontics

NPI: 1528120797

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Contact Information

Address

11705 SLATE AVE STE 150
Riverside, CA 92505

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Fax

(951) 689-8025

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

Chinese, English, Spanish

Insurance Accepted

Medi-cal DentalMost major insurances (preferred providers)

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(560 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Hongsheng Tong is a board-certified orthodontist with 20 years of experience helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles in Riverside, CA. He earned both his DDS and PhD from the University of Southern California and has taught there for two decades while also speaking at orthodontic conferences around the world. Dr. Tong offers a full range of treatment options, including traditional braces, clear braces, clear aligners, and InBrace (an innovative behind-the-teeth treatment he helped develop), plus the latest digital technology for personalized care. He is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, accepts Medi-Cal Dental and most major insurance plans, and welcomes new patients. With over 10,000 cases treated, Dr. Tong has earned a reputation for expertise that brings patients from across Southern California seeking his specialized care.

Specialties

  • 1
    OrthodonticsPrimary

    Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

  • University of Southern California (DDS)
  • University of Southern California (PhD)

Board Certifications

  • Board-certified Orthodontist

Credential: DDS, PHD

NPI registered: 12/14/2006

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Areas of Focus

Traditional BracesClear BracesClear AlignersPhase I Functional TherapyRemovable RetainersFixed RetainersAirway Expansion DevicesNight GuardsInSmile Brace

Technology & Equipment

  • InBrace (behind-the-teeth orthodontic treatment - invented/co-founded by Dr. Tong)
  • Digital technology for custom appliance fabrication
  • InSmile Brace

Beyond the Office

Faculty at University of Southern California for 20 years

Extensive lecturer at professional conferences worldwide

Treated over 10,000 cases

Patients travel from faraway places such as San Diego, Bakersfield, and San Francisco for his expertise

Conducted extensive research with many peer-reviewed journal publications in the US and abroad

Original inventor and co-founder of InBrace technology

Collaborated with engineers at USC on digital technology innovations

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