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Your Trusted Orthodontist in Cupertino, CA
Cupertino Ortho Care has earned a distinguished reputation in the Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Saratoga communities for delivering gentle, science-driven orthodontic care. Founded on principles of evidence-based treatment, we specialize in personalized orthodontic solutions tailored to individual patient needs. Our practice combines advanced technologies like Invisalign and self-ligating braces with a patient-centered approach, ensuring optimal outcomes.With over a decade of clinical expertise, Dr. Sophia Bulucea leads our team in creating healthy, aesthetically pleasing smiles through comprehensive evaluations and customized treatment plans. We prioritize patient comfort and education, offering flexible scheduling and extended hours to accommodate busy lifestyles while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Services
Invisalign
Braces
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Adult Orthodontics
Surgical Orthodontics
Gingival Contouring
Invisalign Teen
TADs
Self-Ligating Braces
Orthognathic Surgery
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of specialized orthodontic experience with evidence-based treatment plans.
- Our practice utilizes advanced technologies including Invisalign and self-ligating bracket systems.
- We provide personalized care considering individual patient preferences and aesthetic goals.
- Flexible scheduling accommodates busy lifestyles with extended office hours available.
- Our team maintains active memberships in the American Dental Association and American Association of Orthodontics.
Services
Invisalign
Invisalign treatment uses custom-made, virtually invisible aligners to straighten teeth without traditional braces. This system employs SmartTrack material for improved tooth movement control and comfort. Patients benefit from removable aligners that allow normal eating and oral hygiene routines while achieving desired results through weekly aligner changes.
Braces
We offer multiple brace options including metal, ceramic, and self-ligating systems. These fixed appliances use brackets and archwires to gradually move teeth into proper alignment. Treatment duration typically ranges from one to three years depending on case complexity and patient compliance with recommended care protocols.
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Early intervention for children aged 7-9 addresses jaw growth issues and bite problems. This phase creates space for permanent teeth eruption, corrects crossbites, and guides dental development to potentially reduce future treatment needs. Treatment may involve palatal expanders or partial braces.
Surgical Orthodontics
For severe jaw discrepancies, surgical orthodontics combines orthodontic treatment with jaw repositioning surgery. This approach corrects functional issues like improper bites and facial imbalances by realigning the jaws through collaboration with oral surgeons, followed by braces for final tooth positioning.
Gingival Contouring
Laser-assisted gingival contouring improves smile aesthetics by reshaping gum tissue. This procedure addresses 'gummy smiles' by removing excess gum tissue to reveal more of the natural tooth structure, creating balanced proportions between teeth and gums for enhanced appearance.
People
Dr. Sophia Bulucea
Orthodontist
Dr. Bulucea has practiced orthodontics in Cupertino since 2003, combining evidence-based approaches with personalized care. She earned her orthodontic certification and Master's in Dental Sciences from Indiana-Purdue School of Dentistry. Her focus on patient-centered treatment considers individual aesthetics and values.
Ginny
Office Manager
With over 40 years of dental office management experience, Ginny oversees daily operations and patient care coordination. She ensures smooth practice management while maintaining accounts and personnel oversight, contributing to the practice's efficient patient-focused environment.
Hanh
Registered Dental Assistant
Hanh provides chairside support with 20+ years of experience in patient comfort and procedural assistance. She focuses on patient education and anxiety reduction during treatments, working closely with Dr. Bulucea to ensure efficient, high-quality care delivery.
Regina
Registered Dental Assistant
Regina brings 10+ years of orthodontic experience, specializing in patient comfort during procedures. She works directly with Dr. Bulucea to implement treatment plans while maintaining the practice's commitment to excellence in orthodontic outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Jessica
Receptionist
Jessica manages patient communications and insurance coordination with extensive dental industry experience. Her background includes dental assisting and teaching, ensuring comprehensive patient support from initial contact through treatment completion.
Questions
What orthodontic services do you offer for adults?
We provide comprehensive adult orthodontic treatments including Invisalign, clear braces, ceramic braces, and surgical orthodontics to address jaw alignment issues.
Do you treat children and what is the recommended age for initial evaluation?
Yes, we recommend children receive an orthodontic evaluation by age seven to address potential jaw growth issues and ensure proper permanent tooth eruption.
What technology do you use for treatment planning?
We utilize iTero digital scanning systems for precise 3D imaging and treatment planning, along with SmartTrack material for Invisalign aligners.
Are emergency orthodontic services available?
We provide guidance for orthodontic emergencies and offer prompt appointments to address urgent concerns with braces or aligners.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, dental insurance plans, and offer flexible payment arrangements to accommodate various financial situations.
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