Dr. Eric Dugum is an orthodontist who is passionate about creating healthy, confident smiles and building meaningful relationships with his patients and their families. He believes orthodontic treatment should be a positive experience—one where patients feel comfortable, informed, and excited about their progress.

Dr. Dugum earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he majored in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ASDOH). After dental school, he practiced as a general dentist before pursuing his passion for orthodontics. He completed his residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at New York University (NYU) and has been practicing orthodontics since 2018.

Dr. Dugum is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and is committed to providing individualized, evidence-based care. He takes the time to understand each patient’s goals and develops treatment plans designed to achieve healthy, beautiful smiles while making the orthodontic journey as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

Outside of the office, Dr. Dugum enjoys spending time with his family, staying active, traveling, and making memories with his two children, Lila and Nathan. As a father himself, he understands the importance of creating an environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and excited about coming to the orthodontist.

Dr. Dugum is excited to become part of the community and looks forward to meeting you and your family. He is grateful for the opportunity to care for each patient and looks forward to helping create smiles that last a lifetime.