Dr. Sanjay Kuruvadi, DDS - ORTHODONTIST
OrthodonticsNPI: 1942340633
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Dr. Sanjay Kuruvadi is an orthodontist serving National City with 19 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. A graduate of Howard University with specialized training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, Dr. Kuruvadi was recognized as the youngest licensed orthodontist in the country at age 23. He offers a full range of treatments including traditional braces, clear aligners like Invisalign, ceramic brackets, and advanced options like palatal expanders and temporary anchorage devices. Dr. Kuruvadi believes that straightening your teeth is about more than appearance—it's about your overall health and quality of life—so he creates personalized treatment plans and takes time to educate patients on caring for their new smiles. He is actively involved in his community, sponsoring children's activities and supporting charitable causes both locally and internationally.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Howard UniversityUndergraduate School, 1995
- Howard University - DDS with residency in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics (1995)
Credential: DDS - ORTHODONTIST
NPI registered: 02/08/2007
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- San Diego County Dental Society
- San Diego Academy of Orthodontists
Awards & Recognition
- Youngest licensed and certified orthodontist in the country at age 23
- Scholarships and prizes including awards from the governor and the President
Beyond the Office
Sponsors 20-25 children annually for sports and school activities
Donates to charities in India supporting underprivileged children and orphanages
Involved with several nonprofits
Animal activist and contributor to PETA
Born in India, moved to Canada at age 7, then Mexico, then settled in the US
Father is a double Ph.D. in plant breeding and plant genetics
Mother was a teacher
Has lived in San Diego for 23 years with wife and two children
Has visited more than 25 countries
Brother and sister-in-law are also dentists
Lifelong vegetarian and animal activist
Attracted to orthodontics because it allows him to tap into artistic passions
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