Dr. Steve Miao Orthodontics & Children's Dentist Dr. Angela Chow

Dr. Steve Miao Orthodontics & Children's Dentist Dr. Angela Chow Creating Beautiful Smiles in Upland since 2008, Dr. Miao and Dr. Chow are certified in Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics for adults and children. Drs.

Our office is conveniently located on the corner of Mountain Avenue and Eleventh Street in Upland. We are open Mondays through Fridays, including two Saturdays per month. We accept most PPO, HMO and Cash Patients. Our knowledgeable and experienced staff will help you navigate through any questions. Miao and Chow are married with two daughters, Alyssa and Keyra.

10/31/2025

Halloween is the perfect time to start conversations about taking care of our teeth. Use this time to remind children that every time they make healthy choices, they're defeating the Mouth Monsters and keeping their smiles bright! ✨🎃

09/13/2025

Many people assume baby teeth don’t matter because “they’ll fall out anyway,” but this is one of the biggest misconceptions in dentistry. Primary teeth act as natural placeholders, guiding the proper alignment and eruption of the permanent teeth growing underneath. If these teeth are neglected—whether due to untreated cavities, trauma, or early loss—the permanent teeth can erupt in the wrong position, leading to crowding, misalignment, or even impacted teeth.

The roots of baby teeth sit very close to the developing buds of adult teeth. When infection spreads through an untreated cavity, it can travel beyond the roots and directly affect the permanent teeth beneath. This may cause discoloration, enamel defects, or malformation in the incoming tooth. In severe cases, the infection can even damage the surrounding bone, making future eruptions more complicated.

Caring for baby teeth is therefore not only about preventing pain or infection in childhood, but also about protecting the future smile. Regular dental check-ups, timely treatment of cavities, and proper home care create a healthy environment for permanent teeth to grow strong and correctly positioned. What happens in the early years leaves a lasting imprint—healthy baby teeth are the foundation for a lifetime of oral health.

08/22/2025

Even the Tooth Fairy is heading back to school!

This National Tooth Fairy Day, celebrate by scheduling a visit with a pediatric dentist. Find one near you at AAPD.org.

08/21/2025

When patients hear the word “radiation,” it often causes unnecessary concern. However, modern dental X-rays are among the safest medical imaging tools used today. The amount of radiation is extremely small—comparable to everyday sources we barely notice. For example:

Eating a banana exposes you to natural radiation from potassium; a single dental X-ray delivers about the same amount as eating a few bananas.

Spending a few minutes in sunlight actually exposes you to more radiation than a dental X-ray.

A short airplane flight exposes you to several times more radiation than a full set of dental X-rays.

Advances in technology have made dental X-rays even safer. Older film-based X-rays required higher radiation doses, but today’s digital sensors reduce exposure by up to 90% while producing clearer, more detailed images. These improvements help dentists catch problems earlier and treat them more effectively.

Dentists also take multiple safety measures to protect you, including using lead aprons, thyroid collars, and strictly following the ALARA principle—keeping radiation “As Low As Reasonably Achievable.” This means X-rays are only taken when necessary for diagnosis or treatment planning, never without a clear purpose.

In short, the radiation from dental X-rays is minimal, carefully controlled, and far outweighed by the benefits of early detection. Rather than posing a risk, dental X-rays are a vital tool for maintaining your teeth, jaw, and overall health.

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional medical evaluation. The accompanying image is for illustrative purposes only.

Address

795 N Mountain Avenue
Upland, CA
91786

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Website

https://miaoorthodontics.com/

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