What We Believe
We believe that life is about the people we meet and the happiness we share. We are passionate about people and so we accumulate relationships (not things!). We laugh often and smile more. Research even shows that smiling can make you happy. And happiness is contagious, in a good way. Life is beautiful. Live your dream. Do what you love. For us, that just happens to be orthodontics.
Your Kids
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends your little ones be screened around age 7 for developmental problems in the jaws and permanent teeth. Some problems are simply easier to correct and better for your child when treated early. Early intervention orthodontic options at our Claremont, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena orthodontist locations include expanders, growth modification, and braces.
Your Teens
Early adolescence is the perfect time to start comprehensive orthodontic treatment. At Wu Orthodontics, we believe in helping our patients build self-confidence. Our braces treatments include clear braces and metal braces. Our Invisalign Teen® treatment helps them achieve a confident smile without all the metal!
Yourself
Our adults deserve an amazing smile too! Whether your teeth shifted after childhood braces or you’re ready for a full smile makeover, our team is here to help. Wu Orthodontics offers traditional braces, as well as adult Invisalign® treatment and clear braces for a more discreet appearance. Other Wu Orthodontics adult patients are treated with active aligners and retainers.
Meet Our Orthodontists
Your orthodontic experts in South Pasadena, Claremont & Sierra Madre, CA
Meet Dr. Kimberley Wu
Your South Pasadena Orthodontist
Dr. Kimberley Wu received her training at Harvard University and graduated from MIT, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her intense training has inspired her to be detail-oriented and passionate about perfecting each smile with individualized treatment.
Dr. Wu is a board certified orthodontist specializing in Invisalign® and braces treatment that maximizes facial esthetics.
Dr. Wu is honored to be the only Ivy-league trained, board certified orthodontist in South Pasadena. She also graduated from a 3-year orthodontic residency at UCLA and subsequently took a voluntary written and clinical examination to become board certified in orthodontics. She served as a UCLA faculty member, teaching the residents in the Orthodontic program and has published numerous research papers.
She also loves mentoring and serves as an interviewer and recruiter for MIT admissions.
Dr. Wu values spending time with her family, friends and her amazing patients. Her husband, Peter, is her best friend and together they have four little ones in their family – two sons, one daughter, and their rescue puppy. She enjoys balancing professional life and spending time with her family.
“I am so grateful that I do what I love everyday! There is nothing more rewarding than helping others and enhancing their self-confidence. I feel lucky that I have this opportunity to give my patients a reason to smile more.”
Meet Dr. Andrew Hopkins
Your Orthodontist in Claremont, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena
Dr. Andrew Hopkins is a passionate orthodontist who entered the field in order to share the great experience and outcome he received from his own orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Hopkins completed his orthodontic residency at the University of California after receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University. Dr. Hopkins also has a Master’s of Science in Oral Biology from the University of California.
Dr. Hopkins is involved with many professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, American Association for Dental Research, American Dental Association, American Dental Education Association, American Student Dental Association, and California Dental Association. He also received the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Academic Excellence Award and the Rahmsdorf Scholarship for Academic Excellence Award.
Dr. Hopkins and his significant other met in dental school and enjoy taking their Teacup Yorkie, Chloe, out on walks, playing tennis, beach tennis, soccer, and traveling to experience new cultures and cuisines. His favorite travel destinations are Brazil, Italy, and Japan!
“I enjoy being able to interact and connect with my patients and see them grow and evolve throughout the course of treatment. There is no better feeling than seeing patients transform into more confident versions of themselves and come to the office with huge smiles on their faces.”
Visit our orthodontic office in South Pasadena!
We are committed to providing the highest quality of comprehensive orthodontic treatment possible. Your oral health, smile and comfort are our top priorities. Call today or schedule online to make your appointment with our experienced orthodontic team!
South Pasadena
1525 Fair Oaks Avenue
South Pasadena, CA 91030