Dr. Tim Yu, DDS, MSD, is a board-certified orthodontist and the lead doctor at Face Focused Orthodontics in Agoura Hills, CA. With specialized training in airway health, craniofacial growth and development, orthodontic TMD treatment, and facial esthetics, Dr. Yu takes a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to orthodontic care. He collaborates closely with sleep physicians, dentists, myofunctional therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, multidisciplinary care.

Dr. Yu earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the prestigious UCLA School of Dentistry and completed his orthodontic specialty training at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. He also earned a Master of Science in Dentistry for his groundbreaking research on maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery as a treatment for sleep apnea. His research has garnered numerous awards, including recognition from the American Association of Dental Research, and he has presented his work at prominent orthodontic conferences, including the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics and the American Association of Orthodontics.

At Face Focused Orthodontics, Dr. Yu continues to uphold the practice’s legacy of excellence by utilizing innovative orthodontic techniques to address craniofacial growth concerns, improve facial aesthetics, and enhance airway health. An active member of various professional organizations, he is passionate about raising awareness of the importance of airway health in orthodontic treatment and overall wellness.