“It’s such an exciting time to be part of a wonderful profession like orthodontics. With all the technological advances we continue to incorporate into our practice, this couldn’t be a better time to be an orthodontist or an orthodontic patient.”Experience & Leading Edge Technology
Over 35 years of clinical experience treating thousands of patients of all ages and all types of cases. Constant incorporation of state of the art technology: Invisalign, low friction, Damon Comfort Braces, thermally activated arch wires, low radiation computerized digital radiography, digital imaging systems, state of the art management systems, and much more. Top 3% of Invisalign orthodontists in the U.S.
National & International Lecturer, Author, Teacher, & Consultant
Recognized by prestigious dental associations as a gifted, distinguished mentor and lecturer, and an experienced, highly proficient orthodontic specialist, Dr. Tagawa currently serves as advisor and consultant to premiere general and specialty dental practices. He serves on the Board of Directors for the USC Dental Associates, and the USC Study Advisory Committee.
His recent lectures and articles include: Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, California Association of Orthodontists, U.S.C. School of Dentistry, Invisalign and Damon user groups, Invisalign Insights, Clinical Impressions, New Trends in Orthodontics, Orthodontic Products Report, Dental Products Report. Presentations of clinical and practice management information at major conferences in the U.S., Canada, France, and Japan. Mentor for the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the Orange County Dental Society. Former Assistant Clinical Professor at U.S.C. and Rancho Los Amigos Hospital. Recent research projects have been done in collaboration with U.S.C., U.C.L.A., and Baylor University.
Honored By The Dental Profession
Awarded the very first "U.S.C. Dean's Special Award" ever bestowed for an important research project.
Fellow of the prestigious International College of Dentistry - an honor reserved for only the top 3% in the profession. Fellowships in the American College of Dentistry, World Federation of Orthodontists, Academy of Dentistry International, Pierre Fauchard Academy, Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon national honor fraternity.
Dr. Tagawa is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists Foundation, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, California Association of Orthodontists, Orange County Dental Society & numerous other dental organizations, and is a past president of the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society.
A Man Committed To Create A Better World:
Beginning with his family and extending to his patients, office staff members, and community, giving and serving is a way of life for Dr. Tagawa. His community contributions have included: Sunday school teacher, Boy Scout Master, soccer and basketball coach, Optimist Club president, community supporter and philanthropist.
Orthodontist (Dentistry, Braces, Invisalign, Damon System) – Tagawa & Curtis Orthodontics - Brea, Northern (North) Orange County, California (CA) 92821 - We specialize in orthodontic treatment (teeth straightening) for the whole family including children, teens, and adults, offering Invisalign and Invisalign Teen invisible clear aligners and the Damon System comfort braces – Dr. Derick T. Tagawa, DDS, Dr. Richard M. Curtis, DDS, MS. Serving the cities of Brea, La Habra, Fullerton, Whittier, Yorba Linda, La Mirada, Diamond Bar, Placentia, Chino Hills, Anaheim Hills, Anaheim, Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights, Walnut, and Orange. Serving zip codes 92821, 92822, 92823, 90631, 90632, 90633, 92831, 92832, 92833, 92834, 92835, 92836, 92837, 92838, 90601, 90602, 90603, 90604, 90605, 90606, 90607, 90608, 90609, 90610, 92885, 92886, 92887, 90637, 90638, 90639, 91765, 92870, 92871, 91709, 92801, 92802, 92803, 92804, 92805, 92806, 92807, 92808, 92809, 92812, 92814, 92815, 92816, 92817, 92825, 92850, 92899, 91745, 91748, 91788, 91789, 91795, 92856, 92857, 92859, 92861, 92862, 92863, 92864, 92865, 92866, 92867, 92868, 92869
