876 Civic Center Dr, Niles, IL 60714, United States
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876 Civic Center Dr, Niles, IL 60714, United States
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Dr. Phimon Atsawasuwan is a highly accomplished board-certified orthodontist with extensive experience in orthodontic treatment, research, and education. In addition to his clinical practice, he serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Board-Certified Orthodontist
Dr. Phimon Atsawasuwan is a highly accomplished board-certified orthodontist with extensive experience in orthodontic treatment, research, and education. In addition to his clinical practice, he serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Dr. Atsawasuwan has been recognized for his contributions to orthodontics with numerous prestigious awards, including the Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit from the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)-one of the highest honors in the field. He has also received multiple Biomedical Research Awards and fellowships from the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation.
Dr. Atsawasuwan's academic journey spans across three countries, where he has gained specialized training in orthodontics, periodontology, and oral biology:
After completing his orthodontic residency, Dr. Atsawasuwan joined the University of Illinois at Chicago as a full-time faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
Dr. Atsawasuwan is deeply involved in teaching, research, and the advancement of orthodontic science. He stays at the forefront of cutting-edge orthodontic technology, regularly publishing case reports and research articles in esteemed peer-reviewed journals, including the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. Additionally, he serves as a reviewer for multiple scientific and orthodontic journals.
He has been invited to lecture at numerous national and international conferences, sharing his expertise with fellow professionals worldwide.
Dr. Atsawasuwan's goal is to improve his patients' dental and jaw alignment while creating a beautiful, confident smile that enhances their overall well-being. He finds the most rewarding part of his work to be seeing his patients' joy as they share their new smiles with friends and family.
Common Questions
As a board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Atsawasuwan focuses on correcting dental and jaw alignment issues to help patients achieve a healthier bite and a more confident smile. His background in periodontology and oral biology gives him a broad, well-rounded view of how orthodontic treatment affects overall oral health.
Your first appointment is focused on understanding your smile goals and evaluating your dental and jaw alignment. Dr. Atsawasuwan takes time to explain his findings clearly and walk you through the treatment options that make sense for your situation before any plan moves forward.
Yes. Alongside his clinical practice, Dr. Atsawasuwan serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he publishes research in peer-reviewed journals such as the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and reviews work for multiple scientific journals. This keeps his clinical approach grounded in current evidence.
He has received the Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit from the American Association of Orthodontists, one of the highest honors in the field, along with multiple Biomedical Research Awards and fellowships from the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
You can reach our Smiles of Niles team by phone or through our online scheduling form to set up a consultation with Dr. Atsawasuwan. We will confirm the best available time and let you know what to bring to your first visit.
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