Dr. Turley is a native Southern Californian having grown up in Los Angeles before moving to Whittier at the age of 13. He attended Whittier College and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Chemistry. He entered the UCLA School of Dentistry and upon graduation, he was awarded special recognition from the American Association of Orthodontists. His research on computerized prediction of wisdom tooth impaction brought him wide recognition. Following dental school he was accepted into a special post-doctoral training program at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he was dual trained in Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry. He was a resident at Childrens Orthopedic Hospital in Seattle, where he gained extensive experience in managing traumatic injuries, and working with chronically ill children.

Following his training in Seattle, Dr. Turley returned to Southern California where he wasrecruited to join the faculty of the UCLA School of Dentistry. He was awarded tenure and later appointed Chairman of the Orthodontic Department. He acquired extensive experience in treating adults and directed the training of orthodontics and oral surgery residents in the management of complex adult patients undergoing jaw surgery. He conducted pioneering research in several areas including the use of implants in orthodontics, and the correction of underbites in children.

Upon his retirement from teaching at UCLA he was recognized by the California State Assembly and California Senate. 'In honor of the twenty-four years of outstanding dedication to educating and mentoring the doctors who keep our community smiling as a Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics at the University of California, Los Angeles.'

His techniques are now routinely used by orthodontists throughout the world. Internationally renowned for his innovations in orthodontic care, Dr. Turley has lectured in over 30 states and 20 foreign countries. He has authored more than 60 articles in scientific journals. Past-President of the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, Dr. Turley is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Turley has been honored by the University of Michigan, Indiana University, University of California San Fransisco and the Connecticut Orthodontic Association. Having practiced orthodontics since 1979, Dr. Turley specializes in creating beautiful smiles for both children and adults through state-of-the art orthodontics.

Dr. Patrick Turley is married to Dr. Patricia Turley, a Pediatric Dentist and they have two sons Connor and Ryan. The Dr.s Turley play an active role in their church and community,donating services for fund raising activities, conducting dental screening exams at local schools, or speaking about proper tooth brushing, diet and home care to school children and their parents. They are financial supporters to many charities including: American Red Cross, Children's Hospital, City of Hope, Heal the Bay, Manhattan Beach Roundhouse Aquarium and St. Jude Research Hospital. Their free time is spent with their sons, often at the beach surfing or playing volleyball.

Having grown up in Southern California, Dr. Turley developed a love for the beach at an early age. Following in the footsteps of his older brothers who started surfing in the 1950s, Dr. Turley became an avid surfer in the 1960s, when he also began to play beach volleyball. He was a rated beach volleyball player for four decades. He and his partner won the California State Championship and then the National FOVA Championship in 1992. Dr. Turley also performs as the lead singer in Tom Thumb and the Hitchhikers, an oldies band that has played numerous events in the Southern California area for over 30 years.

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.

Pursuing orthodontic treatment is an investment in your future. When you choose to receive your orthodontic care at our office, you can be sure you are getting the best treatment in the business. Dr. Patrick Turley has been practicing for over 30 years and is internationally renowned in the orthodontic specialty and the Manhattan Beach, CA community.

As a former Professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry, Dr. Turley is abreast of all current developments in orthodontic treatment. He is a reviewer for several orthodontic journals and is often aware of innovations even before they are published.

Aside from the technical aspects of orthodontics, we recognize that it is equally important to build strong relationships with our patients and offer them a welcoming environment. We want our patients to feel at home when they are with us. We even offer a play area for the little ones.