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Dr. Ivy · 

Dr. Ivy · 

Dr. Ivy · 

Dr. Ivy · 

Dr. Ivy · 

Dr. Ivy Vuong is a Board-Certified Orthodontist dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy smiles. She earned her bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and her dental doctorate from UCSF, where she was honored with the Pierre Fauchard Academy Award and the ASDA Award of Excellence for her leadership, volunteerism, and research. Dr. Ivy then moved to New York for her Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics specialty training at NYU and practiced orthodontics in Manhattan’s Upper West Side. Returning to Southern California, Dr. Ivy joined the Smiles team and collaborates closely with the Smiles team in crafting beautiful and healthy smiles for children and teenagers.

As a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association, Dr. Ivy is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care. She actively pursues continuing education to stay current with the latest technology and advancements in orthodontics.

Outside the office, Dr. Ivy enjoys pilates, hiking, and traveling. She strives to create positive, fun experiences for her patients through sharing adventures in both orthodontic endeavors and life.

Sometimes during early development, two growing teeth join together and form one larger tooth structure. This rare condition, called fusion, creates a visible line where both teeth developed together. On dental images and during exams, dentists can see this connection and determine how it may affect surrounding teeth. 🔬🦷✨

Because the fusion line often has an irregular shape, it can be harder for children to clean thoroughly. That small groove may trap plaque and food particles more easily than typical tooth surfaces. Early dental care helps monitor these areas, support proper hygiene habits, and guide eruption of nearby teeth as a child’s smile continues developing. 🌱😁

With careful monitoring and preventive care, most children with fused teeth grow up with healthy, balanced smiles. Pediatric dental visits allow families to understand what is happening and ensure every tooth develops comfortably and safely. 💛🪥

💬 Have you ever heard of fused teeth before? Or has your child had a unique dental development? Share your questions or experiences below — we love helping families learn about growing smiles! 👇😊

📲 Have questions about your child’s dental development? Contact our office for a gentle evaluation and guidance.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #FusedTeeth #KidsDentalHealth #GrowingSmiles #PediatricDentalCare #short

Sometimes during early development, two growing teeth join together and form one larger tooth structure. This rare condition, called fusion, creates a visible line where both teeth developed together. On dental images and during exams, dentists can see this connection and determine how it may affect surrounding teeth. 🔬🦷✨

Because the fusion line often has an irregular shape, it can be harder for children to clean thoroughly. That small groove may trap plaque and food particles more easily than typical tooth surfaces. Early dental care helps monitor these areas, support proper hygiene habits, and guide eruption of nearby teeth as a child’s smile continues developing. 🌱😁

With careful monitoring and preventive care, most children with fused teeth grow up with healthy, balanced smiles. Pediatric dental visits allow families to understand what is happening and ensure every tooth develops comfortably and safely. 💛🪥

💬 Have you ever heard of fused teeth before? Or has your child had a unique dental development? Share your questions or experiences below — we love helping families learn about growing smiles! 👇😊

📲 Have questions about your child’s dental development? Contact our office for a gentle evaluation and guidance.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #FusedTeeth #KidsDentalHealth #GrowingSmiles #PediatricDentalCare #short

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It may look simple when a child wiggles a loose tooth, yet something fascinating happens beneath gums long before that moment. As adult teeth begin forming under baby teeth, specialized cells gradually dissolve baby-tooth roots. On dental images (x-rays) this process can look almost magical, as if roots slowly melt away. 🔬🦷

Nature follows a precise timeline. As roots dissolve, baby teeth loosen and gently fall out, making space for adult teeth ready to emerge. This natural transition helps guide proper alignment while dental arches continue developing throughout childhood. 🌱😊 When everything progresses in harmony, each new tooth arrives exactly where it belongs in a growing smile.

💬 Did your child get excited when their first tooth became wiggly? Or were they nervous about it falling out? Share your favorite tooth-fairy moment with us below! 🧚‍♀️💫

📲 Have questions about loose teeth, eruption timing, or your child’s smile development? Our team is happy to help guide you through every stage of growing smiles.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for happy, growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #BabyTeeth #ToothDevelopment #GrowingSmiles #KidsOralHealth #short

It may look simple when a child wiggles a loose tooth, yet something fascinating happens beneath gums long before that moment. As adult teeth begin forming under baby teeth, specialized cells gradually dissolve baby-tooth roots. On dental images (x-rays) this process can look almost magical, as if roots slowly melt away. 🔬🦷

Nature follows a precise timeline. As roots dissolve, baby teeth loosen and gently fall out, making space for adult teeth ready to emerge. This natural transition helps guide proper alignment while dental arches continue developing throughout childhood. 🌱😊 When everything progresses in harmony, each new tooth arrives exactly where it belongs in a growing smile.

💬 Did your child get excited when their first tooth became wiggly? Or were they nervous about it falling out? Share your favorite tooth-fairy moment with us below! 🧚‍♀️💫

📲 Have questions about loose teeth, eruption timing, or your child’s smile development? Our team is happy to help guide you through every stage of growing smiles.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for happy, growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #BabyTeeth #ToothDevelopment #GrowingSmiles #KidsOralHealth #short

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Dr. Reem Kabbarah, founder of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, is often asked what truly guides the philosophy of the practice and the care provided to every child and family. 🌸

At the heart of the answer is a commitment to promoting health and well-being. In healthcare, many professionals become focused on solving problems and finding treatments. While those solutions matter, the deeper mission of pediatric dentistry centers on helping children experience the joy of a healthy smile from the very beginning. When children learn that caring for their teeth and mouth supports confidence, comfort, and overall wellness, they begin to see their smile as something valuable they can enjoy and protect throughout life. 😊✨

The goal at Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is to empower children and families with knowledge, encouragement, and compassionate care so every child can grow up understanding that enjoying a healthy smile is something they deserve from the start. 🪥🌈

💬 What does a healthy smile mean to you or your child? Share your thoughts with us below!

📲 Looking for a supportive dental home for your child? Contact our office to learn how we help kids grow up confident in their smiles.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #HealthyKidsSmiles #PediatricDentalCare #KidsOralHealth #SmileConfidence #short

Dr. Reem Kabbarah, founder of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, is often asked what truly guides the philosophy of the practice and the care provided to every child and family. 🌸

At the heart of the answer is a commitment to promoting health and well-being. In healthcare, many professionals become focused on solving problems and finding treatments. While those solutions matter, the deeper mission of pediatric dentistry centers on helping children experience the joy of a healthy smile from the very beginning. When children learn that caring for their teeth and mouth supports confidence, comfort, and overall wellness, they begin to see their smile as something valuable they can enjoy and protect throughout life. 😊✨

The goal at Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is to empower children and families with knowledge, encouragement, and compassionate care so every child can grow up understanding that enjoying a healthy smile is something they deserve from the start. 🪥🌈

💬 What does a healthy smile mean to you or your child? Share your thoughts with us below!

📲 Looking for a supportive dental home for your child? Contact our office to learn how we help kids grow up confident in their smiles.

Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837-6453
Email: info@smilesla.com

Address: 10582 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

🌸 Gentle care for growing smiles.

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #HealthyKidsSmiles #PediatricDentalCare #KidsOralHealth #SmileConfidence #short

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Dr. Reem, founder of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, shares a thoughtful perspective on treatment planning rooted in innovation, evidence based care, and whole child health.
Children’s smiles are constantly changing. Teeth erupt, spacing shifts, and facial development continues year after year. Pediatric dentistry is not focused on a single moment. It considers how each decision today will influence a child’s future smile and overall wellbeing.
At Smiles, treatment planning blends clinical experience with research and the values of each family. This partnership creates care that feels personal, intentional, and supportive at every stage.
With digital scanning and 3D visualization 🖥️✨, families can better understand what is happening as their child grows. This clarity builds trust 🤝 and helps parents feel more confident in the decisions they make for their child.
Dr. Reem’s philosophy centers on whole child health 🌱 where comfort, emotional experience, and long term wellness matter just as much as clinical outcomes. Because in the end, it is never just about dentistry. It is about the child.

🔗 Read the full blog here
https://smilesla.com/pediatric-dentistry-orthodontics/pediatric-dentist-core-treatment-planning-innovation-evidence-based-care-whole-child-health

💬 What matters most to you when making decisions about your child’s dental care

📞 Ready to support your child’s smile with gentle and thoughtful care
Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837 6453 ☎️
Email: info@smilesla.com 📧
Address: 10582 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles CA 90064 📍

🌼 Gentle care growing smiles with comfort and connection

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #EvidenceBasedCare #WholeChildHealth #DigitalDentistry #HealthySmiles

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Dr. Reem, founder of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, shares a thoughtful perspective on treatment planning rooted in innovation, evidence based care, and whole child health.
Children’s smiles are constantly changing. Teeth erupt, spacing shifts, and facial development continues year after year. Pediatric dentistry is not focused on a single moment. It considers how each decision today will influence a child’s future smile and overall wellbeing.
At Smiles, treatment planning blends clinical experience with research and the values of each family. This partnership creates care that feels personal, intentional, and supportive at every stage.
With digital scanning and 3D visualization 🖥️✨, families can better understand what is happening as their child grows. This clarity builds trust 🤝 and helps parents feel more confident in the decisions they make for their child.
Dr. Reem’s philosophy centers on whole child health 🌱 where comfort, emotional experience, and long term wellness matter just as much as clinical outcomes. Because in the end, it is never just about dentistry. It is about the child.

🔗 Read the full blog here
https://smilesla.com/pediatric-dentistry-orthodontics/pediatric-dentist-core-treatment-planning-innovation-evidence-based-care-whole-child-health

💬 What matters most to you when making decisions about your child’s dental care

📞 Ready to support your child’s smile with gentle and thoughtful care
Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Phone: (310) 837 6453 ☎️
Email: info@smilesla.com 📧
Address: 10582 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles CA 90064 📍

🌼 Gentle care growing smiles with comfort and connection

#SmilesPediatricDentistryandOrthodontics #kidsdentist #PediatricDentist #PediatricOrthodontist #WestLosAngeles #EvidenceBasedCare #WholeChildHealth #DigitalDentistry #HealthySmiles

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