Breeze Orthodontics is a 10-chair orthodontic office in the heart of West Torrance, CA, owned by ABO board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Rita Chuang. Were just 1/2 a mile away from the Del Amo Mall and 1.6 miles from the Redondo Beach Pier.
Dr. Rita Chuang won the 2018 Lucy Hobbs Woman to Watch Award, The Incisal Edge 40 under 40 Award, and Los Angeles Magazines July 2019 Top Dentist Award. She was the youngest orthodontist to become board-certified in 2011 and obtained ABO board-certification during her residency!
Dr. Rita, our chief Torrance Orthodontist, is passionate about improving smiles and empowering lives. She enjoys delivering personalized care to create stunning smiles. She is a Board-Certified Orthodontist and served as the Clinical Director at UPenn. She is an expert in cutting-edge orthodontic techniques like lingual braces and Invisalign andserves on the board of the American Association of Orthodontics and West Los Angeles Dental Society.
Dr. Rita's mission is to serve patients of all ages with great orthodontic care to obtain a smile they will love for a lifetime! The first thing you notice about Dr. Rita is her enthusiastic personality. She will make you feel right at home, and when you meet her, its as if youve known her forever.
Dr. Rita trained at prestigious Ivy-league universities like Cornell University, UPenn, as well as our local favorite, USC, and has receivednumerous awardsfor her contributions. She stays current with the latest cutting-edge orthodontic technology to improve the overall health of her patients and bring them a confident, healthy smiles that they are proud of. We cannot wait for you to meet herwe know you will love her as much as we do! Come discover your new smile with us in Torrance!
We're concerned about the overall health of our patients, including their sleep health. Many people suffer needlessly from dangerous sleep disruptive disorders that keep them from getting enough oxygen at night. The risk of a heart attack is 23 times more likely than average with a sleep disorder, and 92% of stroke victims live unknowingly with sleep apnea before having a stroke. Our training allows us to offer you education and treatment surrounding sleep health most simply and cost-effectively possible.
Estimates suggest that more than twelve million Americans have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Most cases are still undiagnosed, contributing to diabetes, high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and traffic accidents related to drowsy driving. Dentistry serves a vital role in treating this silent epidemic. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends oral appliances as primary therapy for the treatment of mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and for patients with severe sleep apnea who can't tolerate CPAP treatment.
OSA is a breathing disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep due to a blockage in the airway. Obstructions occur when throat muscles, the tongue, tonsils, or the soft palate relax and cover the airway, preventing breathing. The obstruction results in a severe drop in blood oxygen levels throughout the night.
OSA is typically diagnosed using a sleep study. During a sleep study, a sleep physician monitors brain activity and body system functions while a patient rests overnight at a sleep lab. The specialist evaluates the data collected to diagnose sleep disorders and recommend treatment. If prescribed by the sleep doctor, a dentist trained in sleep medicine works with them to treat obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy. In some cases, a home sleep study may also be possible instead of reporting to a sleep lab.
Treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea may involve surgery, CPAP or BiPAP machines, or oral appliance therapy. Oral appliances provide the least invasive option and are often a good choice for treatment of mild to moderate OSA. A carefully calibrated appliance like a CPAP or BiPAP can comfortably help hold the jaw in a precise position throughout the night.
For ultimate camouflage, tray or aligner systems offer a modern straightening method. A series of clear plastic trays are made using 3D digital models of your teeth. Medical-grade plastic without wires, metal, springs, or rubber bands gently move your teeth into place. Continuous pressure on specific teeth with each aligner means less discomfort and, in many cases, shortened treatment times. Your provider dispenses several sets of aligners at a time, allowing you to change to a new tray at home every two weeks.
Removable trays can be set aside for short periods allowing for normal eating and cleaning. Enjoying an apple without the intrusion of brackets and wires works well for many patients. And the smooth plastic surface offers a comfort level to the tongue and cheeks unequaled by other forms of straightening.
Committing to consistent wear, at least 22 hours each day, helps ensure the success of your treatment. While clear aligners work extremely well for adults, a responsible teen can be a suitable candidate too.
While aligner treatment works for 90% of straightening cases, some tooth movements may not be possible. Todays orthodontics offer more choices than ever. Dr. Rita Chuang can help you discover the path to a straighter smile.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 256 reviews
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a year ago
Incredibly communicative and supportive, Rita and her staff really make you feel you are in the best hands. If you're transferring your care from another orthodontist they will help you every step of the way to ensure you know what is going on with your teeth. Cannot recommend enough.
Karen Cuni
2 years ago
My son is 2/3 of the way through expansion with a rapid palate expander and I am so so pleased with the process and Dr Rita. She knows a lot about airway focused expansion which is extremely important to me, and her office manager Katy is easy to work with. Highly recommend this office!
Yaena Chun
2 years ago
Friendly staff. However, Dr. Rita didn't take into consideration the condition of my teeth and drilled the most sensitive one the most when removing my bonded retainer. She didn't remove enough of the glue during the first appointment so we scheduled a second. However, Dr. Rita went on to drill one of the teeth that had enough glue removed. It already had cavities and was sensitive but she exacerbated it even further because she was in a rush and not paying attention to the tooth's state. Now the tooth is sensitive without heat or cold because Dr. Rita agitated it. I'm almost positive that she drilled away some of my actual tooth (the enamel or maybe even some of the dentin), even if she claims to have removed the glue "carefully".
James Rossfeld
2 years ago
Doing Invisaligns with Dr. Rita and extremely happy with the progress so far. The team is attentive and always rooting for your success along the way. I don't regret working with them.
Christian Serrano
2 years ago
Dr. Rita and her team have gone the extra mile for me. Super grateful!!
Aziz Family
2 years ago
The staff is friendly and helpful! The facility is clean and inviting.
Grace Lee
2 years ago
Everyone was so kind and helpful from making an appointment to the experience itself. In Torrance, none of the other orthodontics are as comfortable and honest. I felt so much care put into the work by everyone.
vivi
2 years ago
Dr. Rita and her staff run a very professional and welcoming office. Her caring and down to earth demeanor has encouraged my boys to be more mindful and proud to practice good oral care. My oldest will start phase 2 shortly and we are glad to have Dr. Rita. Happy smiles all around! :)
Aisha Bernabe
2 years ago
Breeze Orthodontics provided an excellent experience. From the professional and polite staff, to the expertise of Dr Rita, this was my far our families best Orthodontist experience. We can't wait to continue our future appointments with Breeze.
Abbey Seeley
2 years ago
I am blown away by the level of kindness and professionalism that I received from Breeze Orthodontics. From my first phone call to my last interaction, I feel that Rita and her team validated and empathized with me regarding my situation, were thoughtful in their explanations and thoroughly answered all of my questions. I spent two hours with them at my initial appointment and in that time, I feel I was able to get a deeper, better understanding of my oral health and dilemma, in other words, they taught me a lot!! I believe her name is Leslie, or Lisa but she's who I spoke with the majority of the time, and she was absolutely delightful! Kathleen is who took my initial phone call and she honestly made my day . She was so sweet and was the first person to ever tell me anything along the lines of "I'm so sorry for your situation!" which felt nice... They all just seem like very kind, genuine people and considering I've had some bad dentist experiences lately it makes such a HUGE DIFFERENCE. 10/10 would recommend!! They also have the most unique little building with an interesting layout and plenty of room for parking. *I have not gotten any actual work done by this business (I committed to Invisalign and am waiting for the trays) so I can't yet speak to their outcomes, but I have full confidence in Dr. Rita and her team to do a great job with my teeth as they have given me no reason to doubt them and all the reasons to trust them. Thanks Dr. Rita and everyone else at Breeze Orthodontics!
Krystal
2 years ago
My brother and I have gotten our braces and retainers from Breeze. The staff here are all very easygoing and professional. It's really easy to schedule an appointment and the atmosphere here is also great. Overall, I would definitely recommend.
Rico Cometa
2 years ago
Dr. Rita and her staff has been very friendly, accommodating and thoughtful. Dr. Rita is very knowledgeable in her craft. After she examined me for a few minutes she already know what problems I have with my teeth and how she would help me correct it. Dr. Rita makes me feel she could fix everything because thats how smart and knowledgeable she is. The staff and Dr. Rita are very hospitable and cheerful every time we come to the clinic. We always have a big smile every time we leave the clinic. I highly recommend them! Thank you to the staff and especially Dr. Rita for the great work you do!
E Yu
2 years ago
Dr. Rita was very informative and helpful with the braces process! I would recommend Dr Rita for any of my Ortho needs.
Grecia Alvarado
2 years ago
From my very first appointment I knew that I could expect the best treatment. Dr.Rita and her team are very knowledgeable and excited to help you, and they pay attention to every concern that you have. I was reached out to shortly after my first appointment asking if I had any questions - they truly care about you! The office is beautifully decorated and you are attended to very quickly. I can't wait to begin my journey with Invisalign!
Jeanette Saiz
2 years ago
Very happy with my choice to be treated at Breeze Orthodontics! Awesome team and love Dr. Rita! So happy I am on my journey with Breeze Team!
Rebecca Perry
2 years ago
Staff is very friendly and informative
Hector M
2 years ago
I had such a great experience With Dr Rita and her staff is very caring and wonderful. Great ambiance and overall great orthodontic service.
Ferris Harvey
2 years ago
Professional staff, timely service and superb customer service
justin sears
2 years ago
On arrival I was a bit skeptical, but upon entering the practice I was greeted by the front desk and taken care of immediately. This was my first time going to Breeze and filling the new patient forms online were quick and easy. I was able to meet Dr. Rita for the first time, who came in to see what she was up against. She is as nice, as she is smart. She gave me a thorough check up for any concerns she might have had right there on the spot. I was nervous, since my teeth and smile meant a lot, however, I was able to have a thorough discussion with one of her staff members, who gave me a full rundown, along with a few options to consider when working towards our end goal (getting my teeth back to where they should be). This was nice and made me feel a lot more comfortable, as I could tell the members were just as knowledgable about the procedures. Thank you Breeze Orthodontics, you've done very well I'd say!
Meredith Lopez
2 years ago
I went to Breeze Orthodontics having read positive reviews here on Google . Happy with the service my family has recieved so far , Dr. Rita and her staff are friendly , upbeat and knowledgeable. Glad we're here.
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