Dr. Stas Grandi is a board-certified orthodontist with 15 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in Sonora, CA. He specializes in everything from clear aligners and routine braces to complex cases like jaw surgery treatment and TMJ issues, and he has special training in working with children and treating difficult situations like cleft palate. Dr. Grandi stays on the cutting edge of orthodontics through advanced technology and ongoing education, and he's deeply committed to his community—volunteering at a free clinic in Los Angeles and mentoring the next generation of orthodontists. His warm, patient-centered approach means your orthodontic journey is about more than just straightening teeth; it's about creating a smile that's uniquely yours. He is accepting new patients and looks forward to meeting you.

Specialties

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OrthodonticsPrimary
Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

University of Colorado, Specialty Certification in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
Duke University School of Medicine, Nasoalveolar Molding
University of Miami, Bachelor of Science
Children's Hospital Los Angeles/University of Southern California, Specialty Certification in Craniofacial Orthodontics
University of Colorado, Master of Science in Orthodontics (MSD)
Nova Southeastern University, Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthodontics, Board Certification in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics, Diplomate Status

Credential: D.M.D., M.S.D.

NPI registered: 11/07/2011

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Areas of Focus

Clear aligner treatment (Invisalign)Routine teeth straighteningInterceptive treatment for growing patientsComplex bite correctionCorrective jaw surgery treatmentTMJ treatmentSleep apnea treatmentNasoalveolar molding for cleft lip & palateDistraction osteogenesis for jaw deformitiesGrowth disorders of the jawsBite deformities from trauma or cancerBone graft preparation and stabilizationBite preparation for crowns or implantsRare craniofacial anomalies (Treacher Collins Syndrome, Pierre Robin Sequence, Craniosynostosis, Hemifacial Microsomia)Gummy smilesSmile refinement

Technology & Equipment

Advanced imaging technologies for diagnostics

Professional Memberships

American Association of Orthodontists
American Board of Orthodontics
College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
American Cleft Palate & Craniofacial Association

Beyond the Office

Free philanthropic clinic in Los Angeles treating complex orthodontic cases (cleft lip & palate, trauma, cancer)

Research team member at Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Mentors next generation of specialists at University of Southern California on facial growth, jaw surgery, and advanced orthodontic treatments

From small-town South Dakota

Declared plans to become orthodontist in local newspaper as teenager; keeps the yellowing newspaper clipping on his refrigerator

Served as United States Naval Officer and globe-trotted across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East

Only orthodontic specialist in the Sierras region

Developed new diagnostic techniques using advanced imaging technologies

Pronounced 'st-ah-sh' (the š adds a smooth 'sh' sound)

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