Kawataortho Accessibility Statement

Kawataortho is committed to facilitating the accessibility and usability of its website, https://www.kawataortho.com, for everyone. Kawataortho aims to comply with all applicable standards, including the World Wide Web Consortium's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 up to Level AA (WCAG 2.0 AA). Kawataortho is proud of the efforts that we have completed and that are in-progress to ensure that our website is accessible to everyone.

If you experience any difficulty in accessing any part of this website, please feel free to call us at (951) 736-7846 or email us at info@kawataortho.com and we will work with you to provide the information or service you seek through an alternate communication method that is accessible for you consistent with applicable law (for example, through telephone support).

Types of Appliances

elastics (rubber bands)

Elastics (Rubber Bands)

Rubber bands improve the alignment of your upper and lower teeth. Wear them as directed for best results.

Headgear

Headgear

Headgear corrects overbites and underbites by gently pulling on the upper teeth to manage jaw growth.

palatal expander

Palatal Expander

This device widens your upper jaw by applying gentle pressure to your molars with each adjustment. Follow your orthodontist's instructions on adjustments. You'll wear it for several months to maintain the expansion.

Retainers

Retainers

Retainers, either removable or fixed, keep your teeth in their new positions after braces. Follow your orthodontist's care instructions and wear them as directed to prevent your teeth from shifting back.

Separators or Spacers

Separators (Spacers)

Separators are small rubber rings placed between teeth to create space for orthodontic bands. They are removed before band placement and should be avoided with sticky foods, toothpicks, or floss.

"I highly recommend this office to anyone who is searching for orthodontic treatment. They treat all ages, I couldn't see myself or my family going anywhere else." - Andrea C.

"Dr. Kawata has been a part of my family for two generations! I was blessed to be his patient as a teenager and now my children are blessed to be his patients. I know that we are getting the best care available." - S.E.

"My experiences with Dr. Kawata’s office have been overwhelmingly positive. From the friendly and helpful staff to the wonderful orthodontic care." - Diana R.

"Dr. Kawata’s practice makes you truly feel like part of a family!" - Angie A.

"My experience has been great! Everyone in the office is very nice, kind, and caring." - Maria O.

"I had a really great experience here over the past few years. Everyone in the office is so welcoming and friendly. I wouldn’t have wanted to get my braces anywhere else." - Cassie F.

"All four of our kids have had their orthodontic work through Dr. Kawata. In all the years we’ve been coming, his office has consistently been a pleasure to come to and I am happy to recommend his services to all my friends." - Cindy B.