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Dr. Phimon Atsawasuwan,

Dr. Phimon Atsawasuwan is a well-known clinician and researcher specializing in orthodontics and periodontics. He is a tenured Professor at the Department of Orthodontics, University of Illinois Chicago, where he stays active with cutting-edge education, knowledge, and techniques in the research and clinical aspects of orthodontics. He was recognized by the AAO as one of the recipients of the prestigious Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit.
DDS, MSc, MS, PhD
An Accomplished Researcher, Educator, and Orthodontist
Dr. Atsawasuwan completed his training in Periodontics at Mahidol University, Thailand, and University College London, United Kingdom, and his training in Orthodontics at the University of Illinois Chicago, USA. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is an active member of the International/American Association of Dental Research, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Angle Society of Orthodontists, and the Illinois Society of Orthodontists. He also serves as a member of the Science Committee of the International Orthodontics Foundation and the Associate Director of Orthodontics Clinical and Translational Sciences Research in the Department of Orthodontics
Dr. Atsawasuwan’s research interest emphasizes accelerated tooth movement, craniofacial/bone biology, microRNA, and advances in orthodontic treatment. His research has been funded by the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation and private organizations. He publishes his works in many peer-reviewed scientific and orthodontic journals. He has been invited to lecture at numerous international and national scientific and orthodontic meetings.
Dr. Atsawasuwan’s ultimate goal is to improve patient's dental and jaw relationship with evidence-based orthodontic treatments and mentor his students to become orthodontists with excellent clinical skills and knowledge. His research goal is to discover a novel approach to orthodontic treatment and eventually advance orthodontic care.
Dr. Atsawasuwan is a native of Bangkok, Thailand. He enjoys spending time with his friends, cooking, traveling, movies, and outdoor activities. Dr. Atsawasuwan believes in a strong family foundation and values. He joins Dr. Kusnoto and the Allcare Orthodontic Center team as he has the same goal to provide the highest level of orthodontic care and create beautiful smiles for patients in a caring and friendly atmosphere.