Dr. Nancy Lynn Gum, D.D.S., M.S.D.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1639279334
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About This Provider
Dr. Nancy Gum is a board-certified orthodontist in San Jose with over 20 years of experience straightening smiles for patients of all ages. She specializes in traditional braces, clear braces, and Invisalign treatment, and she's even a lead researcher in studies about clear aligner technology. Dr. Gum creates a warm, welcoming office where she gets to know each patient and designs treatment plans just for them. She's fluent in English and Spanish, and when she's not caring for patients, she volunteers with her rescue ponies at local schools and retirement communities. She's currently accepting new patients!
Specialties
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Education & Training
- The Art Dugoni School of Dentistry - Certificate in Orthodontics (1989)
- The Art Dugoni School of Dentistry - Master of Science in Dentistry (M.S.D.) (1989)
- Cal Poly Slo — Undergraduate School
- The Art Dugoni School of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) (1986)
- University Of The Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School Of Dentistry — Medical School (1986)
Board Certifications
- Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics
- Board Certified Orthodontist (1999)
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.D.
NPI registered: 09/22/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign clear aligners
- Traditional braces
- Clear braces
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- California Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Santa Clara County Dental Society
Beyond the Office
Pet-assisted therapy with rescue pony Popsicle at retirement communities, schools, and children's homes
Clinical research - lead investigator in numerous Invisalign system studies
Married with four children, lives in Willow Glen
Enjoys hiking, camping, gardening, reading, and listening to music
Owns two rescue ponies: Popsicle (rescued from Gilroy) and Archie (rescued from Aptos)
Participates in pet-assisted therapy with rescue pony Popsicle
Followed in her father's footsteps - practiced alongside her father Dr. Stan Gum for 15 years until his retirement
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