Dr. Kalfred Gs Chun, DDS, MS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1174653844
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Dr. Kalfred Chun is a board-certified orthodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients of all ages achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in Santa Maria. He earned his dental degree and a master's degree from UCLA and completed specialized orthodontic training at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Chun offers a full range of treatment options, including traditional braces, invisible lingual braces, and clear aligners, so patients can choose what works best for them. He believes that a confident smile transforms not just how people look, but how they feel about themselves in every part of their lives. Dr. Chun is actively involved in his community through youth sports support and charitable initiatives, and he's currently accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University of California, Los Angeles - Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS)
- University of California, Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology and minor in Biomedical Research
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Orthodontic Residency and Master of Science in Dentistry (MS)
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics - Diplomate
Credential: DDS, MS
NPI registered: 03/06/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Modern and current treatment modalities
- INBRACE lingual braces
- Invisalign clear aligners
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Central Coast Dental Society
Awards & Recognition
- Graduated with honors from UCLA dental school
- Inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
Beyond the Office
Smile For A Cause initiative - donates portion of treatment fees to local charities
Partnership with 17 Strong since 2018 - commits to donate Victory Trip yearly
Supports youth sports
Supports local schools
Supports youth activities
Participated in two dental cultural exchange programs (Japan and Italy)
Volunteered on two dental mission trips
Lectured at several national conferences on pre-dental student engagement, leadership, and orthodontic research
Published three scientific articles including in American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Mentors pre-dental students
Married to Misha, whose family has lived in Arroyo Grande for five generations
Has two daughters and a son
Has a Maltipoo named Theo
Loves cooking and BBQing
Believes all food tastes better in a tortilla
Enjoys binge-watching superhero and sci-fi series/movies
Avid UCLA and Lakers fan
Enjoys local hikes and beaches on the Central Coast
Golfs at Cypress Ridge and Monarch Dunes
Spends time with family on scooters and bikes
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