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Your Trusted Orthodontist in Chula Vista, CA
Orthodontics Unlimited By Dr. Kuruvadi & Associates has been dedicated to transforming smiles and enhancing lives through expert orthodontic care since 1995. Our practice combines over 25 years of clinical excellence with a patient-centered approach, offering state-of-the-art treatments tailored to children, teens, and adults. Led by board-certified orthodontists Dr. Sanjay Kuruvadi, Dr. Geoff Kopecky, Dr. Torin Chenard, and Dr. Suhasini Sharma, we prioritize personalized treatment plans that address individual needs while fostering confidence and oral health. Our team utilizes advanced technologies such as Invisalign clear aligners, Clarity ceramic brackets, and dentofacial orthopedics to deliver precise, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing results. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel valued, informed, and empowered throughout their orthodontic journey.With two convenient locations in Chula Vista and El Cajon, we serve communities across San Diego County, emphasizing education, transparency, and lifelong smile maintenance. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our thousands of hours of continuing education, membership in prestigious professional organizations, and a track record of patient testimonials praising our compassionate care and transformative outcomes. We believe orthodontic treatment should be an enjoyable experience that positively impacts both physical appearance and emotional well-being, and we strive to make every visit memorable for the right reasons.
Services
Traditional Metal Braces
Invisalign Treatment
Dentofacial Orthopedics
Palatal Expander
Surgical Orthodontics
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of combined experience in orthodontic specialization.
- Our team includes board-certified orthodontists with international training.
- We utilize advanced technologies like Invisalign and Clarity ceramic brackets.
- We provide personalized treatment plans for patients of all ages.
- We maintain a patient-centered approach with transparent communication.
Associations and certifications
- Invisalign
What people say
Exceptional service
Quality results
Friendly staff
Personalized care
Transformative outcomes
Services
Traditional Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces use high-quality brackets and wires to gradually align teeth and correct bite issues. This proven method effectively treats severe crowding, spacing, and jaw misalignment. Patients receive regular adjustments to ensure optimal tooth movement, with treatment typically lasting 18-36 months depending on complexity.
Invisalign Treatment
Invisalign clear aligners offer a discreet alternative to traditional braces using custom-made, removable trays. This technology gradually shifts teeth into proper position while allowing normal eating and oral hygiene routines. Treatment averages 9-18 months with bi-weekly aligner changes and six-week checkups.
Dentofacial Orthopedics
Dentofacial orthopedics addresses jaw growth and development issues in children and adolescents. Specialized appliances guide facial structure formation to create proper bite relationships. Early intervention often prevents more complex surgical needs later in life while improving breathing and speech patterns.
Palatal Expander
Palatal expanders widen the upper jaw to correct crossbites and create space for crowded teeth. This orthopedic appliance is most effective in growing patients, typically ages 7-15. Daily micro-adjustments stimulate new bone growth, with treatment duration averaging 3-6 months followed by retention.
Surgical Orthodontics
Surgical orthodontics combines braces with jaw surgery to correct severe skeletal discrepancies. This comprehensive treatment addresses functional issues like difficulty chewing, speech impediments, and sleep apnea while improving facial aesthetics. Pre-surgical orthodontics prepares teeth for optimal positioning before and after surgical repositioning.
People
Dr. Sanjay Kuruvadi
Orthodontist
Dr. Kuruvadi, a board-certified orthodontist since 1995, brings international expertise to Orthodontics Unlimited By Dr. Kuruvadi & Associates. He graduated as the youngest licensed orthodontist in the country and maintains active memberships in six professional organizations. His practice combines artistic vision with technical precision to deliver transformative smile makeovers.
Dr. Geoff Kopecky
Orthodontist
Dr. Kopecky specializes in creating personalized treatment plans that balance clinical excellence with patient comfort. With extensive experience in both traditional and cutting-edge orthodontic techniques, he focuses on delivering efficient, aesthetically pleasing results while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for patients of all ages.
Dr. Torin Chenard
Orthodontist
Dr. Chenard combines technical expertise with a compassionate approach to orthodontic care. He emphasizes patient education and preventive strategies to ensure long-lasting results. His treatment philosophy centers on creating functional, beautiful smiles that enhance overall facial harmony and self-confidence.
Dr. Suhasini Sharma
Orthodontist
Dr. Sharma brings a meticulous attention to detail and patient-centered care to her orthodontic practice. She specializes in developing comprehensive treatment plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term oral health. Her approach emphasizes clear communication and personalized attention throughout the treatment process.
Questions
What orthodontic services do you offer?
We provide traditional metal braces, Invisalign clear aligners, dentofacial orthopedics, palatal expanders, surgical orthodontics, and specialized appliances for all ages.
Do you treat both children and adults?
Yes, our orthodontists create customized treatment plans for patients of all ages, from early intervention in children to comprehensive care for teens and adults.
What is the emergency care process?
For urgent issues, call our Chula Vista or El Cajon offices during business hours. For after-hours emergencies causing extreme pain, use our paging system at (619) 294-1646.
How long do treatments typically last?
Treatment duration varies by case complexity: Invisalign averages 9-15 months, traditional braces 18-36 months, with early orthodontic intervention often requiring 12-24 months.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer flexible financing plans. Our financial coordinator works with families to create affordable payment schedules for orthodontic treatment.
Are virtual consultations available?
While we prefer in-person initial consultations for comprehensive evaluation, we offer virtual follow-up appointments for minor adjustments and progress checks.
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Reviews (5)
Andrea Korgees
Jun 15, 2022
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I have been receiving Ortho care from Dr. K for about 2 years. From my experience Dr. K is very knowledgeable in the field. He is truly amazing. From the beginning laying out my treatment plan, he explained everything to me very thoroughly and what he would eventually do to fix the structure of my teeth. He has been working with me and providing me with the best point of care. He is very professional, experienced and amazing overall as a person and as a specialist. Dr. K has provided care not only for me but for my family as well.
And we all have received the best point of care from him and are very satisfied with his amazing work. Thank you Dr. K for making my dreams a reality with miniature invasion and a lot of hard work, dedication and patience.
And we all have received the best point of care from him and are very satisfied with his amazing work. Thank you Dr. K for making my dreams a reality with miniature invasion and a lot of hard work, dedication and patience.
Pat Alosachie
Mar 09, 2022
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Dr. Kuruvadi took care of both my daughter around 15 years ago, and my son these last few years, and we could not have been happier. Dr. Kuruvadi is a true expert in orthodontics, he has incredible knowledge and is very informative regarding the treatment plan. He is very respectful, answers all questions with patience and thoroughness, has a great personal connection with every patient, and always has the patients best interest at heart.
All of the staff at the office is extremely kind and helpful, you can really tell how everyone there loves what they do and cares about the patients. I strongly recommend everyone considers Dr. Kuruvadi for their orthodontic treatment, we are so glad we found an orthodontist that really cares for his patients and has incredible expertise.
All of the staff at the office is extremely kind and helpful, you can really tell how everyone there loves what they do and cares about the patients. I strongly recommend everyone considers Dr. Kuruvadi for their orthodontic treatment, we are so glad we found an orthodontist that really cares for his patients and has incredible expertise.
Sandy Basaka
Feb 15, 2022
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I love coming to Orthodontist Unlimited. They welcoming staff and orthodontists. They make sure to explain everything to me before going through with the process. They're all very cool people to talk to and I've made lots of bonds with the staff here. They're also amazing at their job! My teeth look amazing! I've always been self conscious about my teeth, they were able to help make me smile even brighter. I always smile in photos now
Kali Tran
Jun 06, 2021
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Im so happy with the results that Dr. Kuruvadi and the staff were able to provide me with. they were so helpful with answering my questions, and really care for their patients. All my siblings have gotten braces from them with excellent results and i highly recommend this place. its always a welcoming and clean environment
Iman Ahmed
Apr 05, 2021
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Dr. Kuruvadi and the staff did an amazing job at straightening my teeth, the results are literally perfect and the work could not be any better, I actually don't have anything bad to say at all. Everyone that helped me was always helpful and clear in describing how to care for my braces and retainer, and I rarely ever sat in the waiting room more than two minutes before my appointments. Dr. Kuruvadi is doing amazing work and is always trying his best to perfect his results, very successfully! I love these guys and will always be grateful for their work.
