Dr. Mani Alikhanis dedication to treating all ages allows him to interact with a broad range of patients, all of whom have unique characteristics that need individual attention and care. By spending sufficient amount of time with his patients chairside, Dr. Alikhani assures them that they are receiving the best treatment possible, treating each one as he treats his own family. Additionally, Dr. Alikhani asks all of his patients to keep in touch after treatment so that he can continue observing their health in order to help them maintain the benefits they have achieved. Dr. Alikhani is always there to listen to his patients, helping to accommodate their treatment based on their needs and lifestyle and creating a relationship that is based on respect and trust. He studies new and tested orthodontic techniques to ensure his patients achieve results comfortably and efficiently.

For Dr. Alikhani, orthodontics is not a job, but an amazing crossroads of interaction between biology and physics. It is here that his knowledge of craniofacial biology, cell biology, molecular biology, biomechanics, and most importantly, growth and development, are the key factors for success. He spends much of his time studying and developing new treatment approaches in the laboratory and clinic. He is a founder and leads the Consortium for Translational Orthodontic Research (CTOR) (www.orthodonticscientist.org). Here, with the help of its residents, research fellows and faculties, doctors try to expand their knowledge in orthodontics to provide new modalities for daily treatment. Dr. Alikhanis team was the first in the United States to develop a technique for accelerated tooth movement, which is currently being manufactured by a company.

Dr. Thomas Lien is originally from Santa Monica, California where he received his Bachelor of Science degree from Univ. of California at Los Angeles. He received his Doctoral Dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry where he graduated with honors at the top of his class and was inducted into the national dental honor society. He continued his post-doctorate studies at New York University College of Dentistry where he completed a residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. During his residency, he was a clinical instructor in Invisalign and a seminar lecturer for the pre-doctoral students on the theory of Orthodontics, as well as the diagnosis and treatment planning of cases. Upon completing his residency, he was invited to teach at the NYU College of Dentistry post-graduate Orthodontic program as a Clinical Assistant Professor where he currently instructs residents on Invisalign treatment as well as traditional braces. He has a research interest in elevating patient management and improving orthodontic treatment implementation by assessing growth and skeletal maturation which has garnered clinical research awards.

Dr. Lien firmly believes that everyone deserves a healthy, beautiful smile. A balanced, gorgeous smile conveys confidence, attractiveness, and an overall sense of well-being that can enhance relationships both socially and professionally. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people, and the friendships that hes built with his patients and their families are one in a million. It has always been his focus to make each patient feel at-home when they come to the office for treatment and he always works hard to give all the patients the attention they deserve. Dr. Lien is dedicated to helping you achieve that dream smile and truly embodies our motto of creating beautiful smiles that changes lives!

By regularly participating in continuing education, Dr. Lien is able to stay current on the latest technology and orthodontic treatments. Truly believing that his patients deserve the best, he maintains current continuing education which allows him to provide them with more options and better results. Dr, Lien is also a member of several professional associations that provide him with opportunities for continuing education.

Your initial exam is completely complimentary. We believe in presenting your individualized treatment options in a way that is easy to understand so that you can make an informed decision. We will help you understand the benefits of orthodontics before starting the process, and we will never try to sell you on a treatment that you are not comfortable with. If a patient is not immediately ready for orthodontic treatment, Drs. Alikhani & Lien will continue to monitor growth and development at no charge included in this are orthodontic records & periodic x-rays during this observation period.

Creating beautiful smiles that change lives is not only our passion, but our pleasure! In our opinion, theres nothing more rewarding that seeing a smile transform into a work of art, and moreover, seeing a patients self-confidence skyrocket. We love what we do, and it shows when patients tell us how much they love the fun atmosphere at our practice.

Investing in a perfect smile is one of the few things where you can reap the benefits for a lifetime! Our Financial Coordinator will work with each patient to find the most affordable payment option to fit your specific financial needs, including flexible no interest payment plans. We accept most dental insurance plans and manage these claims for you, to help you maximize your benefits. We are proud to offer special discounts to family members of patients, teachers, and military personnel.

House of Orthodontia is renowned as providing the highest quality of care and orthodontic treatment. Please visit our Publications page to see all of the journal articles and publications on ground-breaking research and technology in delivering the most modern orthodontics to achieve that smile youve always dreamt of! We are recognized specialists in Accelerated Orthodontics that may significantly reduce the amount of overall treatment time or for difficult movements otherwise not possible with conventional methods. To date, the scientific findings Dr. Alikhani and his team generated have led to 7 U.S. patents, with the main focus of developing new modalities for safer and faster orthodontic treatment, expanding the boundaries of orthodontic correction, and growing bone in jaws. His patents have attracted companies to invest, and the device he invented that facilitates and accelerates orthodontic treatment has been commercialized and is gaining popularity in the global market for its efficiency, versatility and changing the current boundary of orthodontic treatment. Rest assured, Drs. Alikhani and Lien comprehensively provide an individualized treatment plan for each and every patient, and achieves absolutely fantastic results!

Our team is experienced at providing the highest standards in orthodontic care, and each member has a rich background in orthodontics. As a group we are always striving to better ourselves by taking advanced training courses and attending continuing education classes to make sure we are current with the latest technologies and standards. The team at House of Orthodontia believes that using their advanced skills, coupled with building strong relationships with our patients, will culminate in amazing results and a beautiful smile!

We are committed to improving and being active members of our community! Drs. Alikhani and Lien are large supporters and donors to local school districts, many local sports teams, various local charities and civic organizations. We cherish our sponsorships and our valued role as supporters of the community and helping them to achieve all their goals.

Our focus is on providing the highest quality of orthodontic treatment in a patient-centered, relaxing, and fun atmosphere. We want to help you along your journey of experiencing how rewarding and beneficial orthodontic care can be. Excellence in orthodontics along with personalized care is very important to us and we stop at nothing to provide our patients with this each day! When you are ready to experience what sets us apart from other orthodontic practices, contact our office to schedule your complimentary initial exam. Drs. Alikhani and Lien are dedicated to helping you so that you can find yourself prepared & confident to begin your journey to a beautiful smile! The House of Orthodontia looks forward to working with you, and to being a part of this wonderful, life changing experience.