Dentistry is about the people behind the smiles. Beingorthodontists is very rewarding because we areable to truly make a positive difference in ourpatients lives. Ourthorough knowledge of orthodontic care allows usto find the best solutions to correct our patients bites and provide beautiful and lasting smiles.

We believe that healthy smiles start with compassion,comfort, and having correct and clear information. Thats why we spend the time necessary to understand ourpatients expectations. We want each person to fully understand all aspects of how advanced orthodontic care will enhance not only his or her smile, but also lead to a correct bite that leadsto and sustains good health for hisor her future. We and ourstaffknow that an educated patient is a happy patient!

Our education and years of experience provide uswith the firm foundation to know how to best treateach patient in order for themtoachieve their desired result. We continue to build on that knowledge every day in thepractice with our knowledgeable staff and wonderful patients.

As a full professorat the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics(UCSF), I learn with and from the outstanding residents who aspire to become orthodontists as well. Teaching at UCSFallows me many opportunities to learn about the newest advancements being made in orthodontics. I can then share these state-of-the-art procedures with my patients.

In addition to practice and teaching commitments, both of us cherish and value our family, children, siblings and their significant others as well as spending time in the outdoors and traveling. We value a healthy and happy balance in our lives and want each of our patients and staff to be treated like family as well. Fosteringcaring and positive relationshipsbring a smile to our faceseveryday!

Dr. Navarro grew up hearing from her father, also an orthodontist, about the satisfaction he received from creating beautiful smiles in her hometown of Guadalajara, Mexico. Inspired by her father, she completed dental school in 2009, followed by an Orthodontics Certificate and a Master of Science Degree in Oral Biology in 2012, all at the University of Guadalajara.

Dr. Navarro fell in love with the Bay Area while completing an Orthodontics Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in 2013. Appointed as Adjunct Instructor at the UCSF Department of Orthodontics in 2014, Dr. Navarro subsequently chose to pursue full United States licensure, which required her to repeat her training for a second time in the United States. Toward that end, by 2020 she had completed a DDS, an orthodontics residency, and a Master of Science in Oral and Craniofacial Science, all at UCSF.

Dr. Navarro has won numerous awards and has completed several scientific projects and publications. During dental school at UCSF, Dr. Navarro was recipient of the Global Oral Health Fellowship and traveled to Peru to complete a study about malocclusion in an indigenous population in a remote island. She has published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and has conducted research on topics including progressive condylar resorption, airways, and malocclusion. She currently volunteers at La Clinica de la Raza in Oakland at the orthodontic night clinic. Even with her extensive academic and research experience, Dr. Navarros first true passion is creating beautiful smiles for her patients!

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.

Dr. Ellenikiotis' goal is to make all of your teeth work together and give you a beautiful smile for years to come. Thats why Dr. E's made healthy occlusion (proper bites) the foundation of his practice. His extensive studies in occlusion at Georgetown University and the Roth-Williams Gnathological Center have intensified his interest and knowledge in occlusion. Patients with healthy occlusion will be aesthetically satisfied, have good bite patterns, be less likely to develop periodontal disease, and greatly minimize wear patterns on their teeth. In addition, an ideal bite allows teeth to be in a healthy state of balance, providing long-term stability that can last a lifetime. Dr. E offers many treatment options, including expansion appliances, various surgical techniques, extraction alternatives, and limited orthodontic treatment.

Dr. E and our team have helped improve the smiles of more than 10,000 Saratoga and San Jose area residents, and we can do the same for you. Our doctors provide everything from the most progressive treatment philosophy to the latest bonding techniques and bite correction appliances.

To ensure you get the best care available, Dr. E and our team will conduct a comprehensive orthodontic examination of your teeth in order to develop the most effective treatment plan for you. We always take the time to explain your treatment options, answer your questions, and make sure youre comfortable with your care. The experienced, personalized orthodontic care we provide can help you achieve the smile of your dreams. Most of all, youll have fun in the process!