Dr Yan Kalika delivers inspiring speech at the UCSF School of Dentistry 26th White Coat Ceremony
Dr. Yan Kalika emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking, a positive mindset, and adaptive mechanisms in overcoming obstacles, drawing parallels between chess and life. He shares his transformative experience at UCSF Dental Clinic, which inspired his career in dentistry. Despite initial challenges, including language barriers, he pursued higher education at UC Berkeley, Harvard, and UCSF Dental School. Dr. Kalika highlights his innovative work with Invisalign and his current role as CEO of Image Specialty Partners with 40 locations. He encourages students to embrace digital transformation in dentistry, foster meaningful relationships, and strive for professional excellence.
Can You Whiten Your Teeth With Braces?
Patients who visit Image Orthodontics want a straight, healthy smile. Many of them also want a white smile. Can you whiten your teeth with braces? Can you use whitening strips with braces?
Image Orthodontics Voted Best of the Best in Bay Area 2024
Image Orthodontics is very proud to have been voted as the top orthodontics office for San Francisco, Marin, and San Jose in July 2024! Best Bay Area Orthodontists Bay Area Parent Jul 30, 2024 These Orthodontists were voted the Bay Area’s 2024 Best of the Best by Bay Area Parent readers. San Francisco & Marin Gold: Image Orthodontics. […]
Dr Yan Kalika: Transforming Dental Care and Improving People’s Lives
Dr Yan Kalika, DMD, MS, is a certified specialist in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. For over 20 years, Dr. Kalika has been providing the most technologically advanced orthodontic care to thousands of patients. The Yan Kalika Dental Corporation is now recognized not only in California but also in neighboring states.
ClearCorrect: Anterior Bite Correction in Less Than 6 Months
Clearcorrect, A Straumann Group Brand https://vimeo.com/899656511 We have been treating patients with ClearCorrect clear aligner treatment for about 2 years, and our patients range in age from 13 to 85 years old. The combination of the newly released ClearPilot 7.0 software, which includes an active case upgrade along with several other features, and several additional […]
Smile Direct Club Closure
At Home Aligners vs. In-Person Orthodontics Treatment The Smile Direct Club Dilemma Smile Direct Club Closure left you stranded? The shutdown of Smile Direct Club (SDC) this last week has left many frustrated patients to feel stranded by this decision. Many patients were almost done with treatment and were just waiting for their final aligners […]
Why ClearCorrect® is an Excellent Option to Perfect Your Smile
Not being happy with the alignment of your teeth can lead to increased self-consciousness whenever you open your mouth. You find yourself constantly trying to avoid smiling so your teeth are hidden during interactions. Unfortunately, this can lead to others making wrong assumptions about you.
Why Adults Should Not Ignore Their Oral Health Needs
There’s more to oral health than just regular brushing and gargling mouthwash. Neglecting your oral health can significantly affect your overall health and quality of life. Your oral health is just as important as all other aspects of your well-being, and it’s what makes you smile. Here is why you need to pay more attention […]
Invisalign Care Tips: The First Week
Invisalign Care Tips: Now that you’ve started your Invisalign journey, here’s a brief overview of some first-week tips so you know what to expect from the very first day.
Innovation and Technology for Successful Outcomes in Modern Orthodontics
Innovation and Technology for Successful Outcomes in Modern Orthodontics Dr. Kalika discusses how innovations in orthodontics using CBCT technology, breath analysis, genetic testing and artificial intelligence are transforming orthodontic treatment to go beyond oral health and are improving overall quality of life. CBCT imaging technology can accurately show multiple dental issues. When combined with breakthrough […]
