Dr. Dianne Chun has focused on providing outstanding orthodontic care for children and adults in Fremont for over 20 years. Beyond experience and clinical excellence, Dr. Chun is distinguished by her highly personalized service. From your very first visit and throughout your treatment, Dr. Chun takes the time to fully explain every detail and to assure that all of your questions are answered. She personally plans and implements every comprehensive orthodontic treatment. You are treated exclusively by Dr. Chun, and never handed off to an Associate orthodontist.
Dr. Chun is supported by her dedicated and compassionate long-term dental staff. She and her staff take a team approach to orthodontics in which you, Dr. Chun, and her staff work closely together to give you the best possible treatment results.
Dr. Chun has chosen to specialize solely in orthodontics. She completed her Post Doctorate Orthodontic training and concurrently earned a Masters of Science in Dentistry (M.S.D.) degree at the top ranked orthodontic program at the University of Washington, Seattle. She earned her dental degree (D.D.S.) at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where she was a Regents Scholar, received the Deans Honor Research Award as well as the American Association of Orthodontists Achievement Award. She was also inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.
Prior to UCSF, Dr. Chun completed her Bachelors of Science degree (B.S.) at the University of California, Davis. She graduated as a Regents Scholar with High Honors, and earned a lifetime membership in both the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She also received multiple Deans awards and was honored for her excellence as the campus Pre-Dental Peer Advisor.
Dr. Chun is an accomplished researcher. She has completed and published research on various dental and orthodontic topics, and has been a speaker and presenter at several dental and orthodontic conventions.
Dr. Chun, a native Californian, actively supports the local schools, youth sports teams, children theater groups, Girl Scouts, Tri-Cities businesses, and other community activities. Outside of her orthodontic practice, Dr. Chun enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, traveling, and cooking.
Dr. Jelson Yalung is thrilled to continue Dr. Chuns tradition of excellence in providing outstanding orthodontic care to children and adults of the Bay Area. Originally from Southern California, Dr. Jelson has over 10 years of orthodontic practice experience, having worked with some of the most well respected dental professionals in Los Angeles.
Dr. Jelson Yalung earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. While at UCLA, he also completed a General Practice Residency, providing advanced dental care to patients with severe medical problems in various hospitals throughout Los Angeles. Finding his passion in the specialty of Orthodontics, Dr. Jelson continued on to obtain his Master of Science and Certificate in Orthodontics at Loma Linda University. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction held by less than 35% of the profession, and one that recognizes the doctors pursuit of continued clinical excellence and proficiency.
Dr. Jelson is committed to providing personalized orthodontic care by helping every individual meet their specific orthodontic goals. He aims to provide the highest standard of treatment in a friendly environment, where you can work one on one with him to make sure you receive the very best treatment result for you.
Dr. Jelson is an active member of the following professional organizations: American Association of Orthodontists, American Board of Orthodontics, California Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He actively pursues continuing education to stay abreast of the latest developments in orthodontics.
Besides perfecting smiles, Dr. Jelson enjoys exploring new places, learning about different cultures, and outdoor adventures with his wife, who is from the Bay Area. He also enjoys swimming, biking, running, and has completed multiple Ironman distance triathlons. Dr. Jelson is passionate about being an active member of the community. He looks forward to meeting everyone and working with you!
Think of me as your Orthodontic Liaison. I am always available to answer any orthodontic questions and discuss any treatment concerns that you or your child may have. My goal is to make sure you fully understand your treatment, the procedures, and the orthodontic terminology.
Welcome to our office! Im Zussette, and I have been on Dr. Chuns team as Financial Coordinator for more than 14 years, so I can answer all of your financial questions about treatment costs, billing, payment, and everyones favorite insurance.
I serve as your orthodontic insurance ally. Insurance, claims and benefits can be confusing, so I am here to help simplify and coordinate these things. Ill gladly help you file your orthodontic insurance claims, and can also assist you in obtaining your flexible spending account (FSA) benefits.
My favorite part of my job is being able to help patients/parents claim insurance and flexible benefits, be it by processing claims, calling insurance & tracking payments or just providing information in order for you to get your benefits.
Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, traveling, and going on food adventures. Im excited to meet each and every one of you, and look forward to seeing the twinkle shine through the beautiful smile that we all created together.
I really like Fremont; it is where I grew up and still live. Im active in our community as a leader of a junior high youth group and a member of the Ohlone College choir. When Im not at work and not taking college classes, I enjoy hanging out with my family and friends.