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La Jolla Village Orthodontics
La Jolla Village Orthodontics is a family-friendly practice led by board-certified orthodontists Dr.
7575 Eads Ave STE 101, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
5.0(102 reviews)
About La Jolla Village Orthodontics
Kids look forward to visits here, thanks to an arcade game and chalk wall, while Dr. Wong and Dr. Upatham handle everything from expanders to complex Invisalign cases.
Reviews describe a practice built around younger patients, with an arcade game and chalk wall that make appointments something kids look forward to rather than dread. Dr. Wong and Dr. Upatham are noted for explaining treatment options and costs upfront and for patience with anxious or sensory-sensitive children. Several families mention having multiple kids in treatment at once, and the La Jolla Village location comes up often for its convenient parking and beach-adjacent setting. Results mentioned include corrected bites and noticeable improvement within a couple months of starting Invisalign.
Summary of 89 patient reviews, November 2016–July 2026, updated September 2026
La Jolla Village Orthodontics is a family-friendly practice led by board-certified orthodontists Dr.
Wong and Dr. Upatham. They offer comprehensive orthodontic treatment including Invisalign, traditional braces, clear braces, and early orthodontic treatment for children.
Treatments offered
Early TreatmentInvisalignLingual BracesSelf-Ligating BracesTraditional BracesSurgical OrthodonticsClear Braces
Who They Treat
La Jolla Village Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
La Jolla Village Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
3D Digital Scanning
Remote Monitoring
Digital Records
iTero/TRIOS
Dental Monitoring
Orthodontists at this office
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Wong
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Upatham
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Insurance accepted
2 plans listedDelta Dental PPOHumana
If your dental plan covers orthodontic treatment, you may qualify for Invisalign treatment. Contact insurance provider to determine extent of coverage.
What patients say
Latest review 3 months ago
What patients praise
- An arcade game and chalk wall in the office are mentioned repeatedly as things that make kids look forward to their appointments.
- Dr. Wong and Dr. Upatham are described as giving honest, no-pressure treatment recommendations with costs explained clearly before starting.
- The La Jolla Village location is noted for easy parking and accessibility, a detail that comes up more often than at typical practices.
Who it suits
- Families with several kids in treatment at once
- Anxious or sensory-sensitive children
- Adults considering Invisalign
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Wong · 33 reviews
- Dr. Upatham · 14 reviews
- Last 90 days
- 18 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 35 reviews
- averaging 4.9★
- Owner replies
- 23% of reviews
- Compared with San Diego
- Higher rated than 86%
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- Braces18
- Invisalign / clear aligners15
PraiseCriticism
- The orthodontist40
- Friendly staff33
- Great with kids26
- Treatment results15
- Gentle, comfortable care13
- Clear explanations12
- Scheduling & wait times11
- Office & technology9
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Recent reviews from Google
5.0
102 reviews
Nuala Mellett
a month ago
My daughter is getting Invisalign here, they’re very kind with her, it’s easy to make appointments and she’s progressing thorough the process well
Matt Gilmore
Edited 2 months ago
In the past six years La Jolla village orthodontics has been so kind and amazing helping my daughter and son feel comfortable in their smiles. We could do any of this without the help of the kind staff and amazing community. I recommend this office to anyone who wants quality care and amazing support
Lindsay R
2 months ago
Hands down the best Orthodontist! Clean, organized, friendly and communicative. On my second kid through this office and so happy with the staff and both of the Doctors. Highly recommend!!
Christine Stacey
2 months ago
Incredible care and knowledge:) My son is always a little anxious when in a dental chair and at his first visit he didn’t even ask to hold my hand and asked when we could return! A huge win!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does La Jolla Village Orthodontics offer?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, Self-Ligating Braces, Traditional Braces, Surgical Orthodontics, Clear Braces.
Does La Jolla Village Orthodontics accept dental insurance?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics accepts Delta Dental PPO, Humana.
Does La Jolla Village Orthodontics offer free consultations?
Yes, La Jolla Village Orthodontics offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (858) 459-3353 to schedule.
Is La Jolla Village Orthodontics accepting new patients?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics is currently welcoming new patients in San Diego, CA. Call (858) 459-3353 to schedule.
Where is La Jolla Village Orthodontics located?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics is located at 7575 Eads Ave STE 101, La Jolla. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16942562323767576668&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for La Jolla Village Orthodontics?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics office hours: Mon Closed–Closed, Tue 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Wed 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does La Jolla Village Orthodontics offer payment plans?
Yes, La Jolla Village Orthodontics offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at La Jolla Village Orthodontics?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics is staffed by Wong, Upatham. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) and board-certified.
What is the patient rating for La Jolla Village Orthodontics?
La Jolla Village Orthodontics has a 5-star rating based on 102 patient reviews on Google.
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Accessibility & Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Free Lot Parking
Free Street Parking
Paid Parking Available
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MonClosed
Tue9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
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