Dr. Thao Nguyen, DDS, MSD
OrthodonticsNPI: 1598949331
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Dr. Thao Nguyen is a board-certified orthodontist in Irvine with 19 years of experience straightening smiles and building confidence in patients of all ages. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UCLA and her Master of Science in Craniofacial Biology from USC, where she also received the Harry L. Dougherty Award for Clinical Excellence. Dr. Nguyen scored in the top five percent of orthodontists nationwide on her board certification exam and currently teaches as clinical faculty at USC's Graduate Orthodontics program. She offers the latest treatment options including clear aligners, clear brackets, and lingual braces, and is passionate about giving each patient the focused attention they deserve. Dr. Nguyen is accepting new patients and loves helping people achieve the beautiful, confident smiles that can open doors in life.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Certificate in Orthodontics, University of Southern California
- Bachelor of Science in Biology with minor in Business Management, University of California, Irvine (cum laude, Regent's scholarship)
- Master of Science in Craniofacial Biology, University of Southern California
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of California, Los Angeles
Board Certifications
- Board-certified Orthodontist (scored in top five percent of examinees nationwide)
Credential: DDS, MSD
NPI registered: 12/27/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Clear Aligners
- Chic™ clear brackets
- Lingual braces
- State-of-the-art technology
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Board of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
Awards & Recognition
- Harry L. Dougherty Award for Clinical Excellence (upon graduation from USC)
Beyond the Office
Clinical faculty at USC Graduate Orthodontics department
One of the youngest clinical faculty in the department
Grew up in Garden Grove, California
Was valedictorian of her high school
Had braces as an adolescent, which inspired her career choice
Enjoys swimming, playing tennis, snowboarding, and hiking
Enjoys traveling and eating
Close to family and friends
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