Dr. Michael Shaw has been proudly serving the Irvine community and creating beautiful, healthy smiles since 1989. His dedication to providing the highest standard of orthodontic care is rooted in his exceptional education and extensive experience.
Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Shaw completed a rigorous educational path to become a specialist in orthodontics. He first earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the prestigious Loma Linda University in 1988. Following dental school, he pursued his passion for orthodontics, completing a specialized residency program at Case Western Reserve University in 1987, where he was awarded his Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) and specialty certificate in orthodontics.
Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD), Orthodontics: Case Western Reserve University (1987)
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): Loma Linda University (1988)
Professional Achievements & Affiliations
Dr. Shaw is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction held by only a small percentage of orthodontists that demonstrates a commitment to excellence. He is also a proud life member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), staying current with the latest advancements in the field to ensure his patients receive the best care possible.
Dr. Hassan Michael Haidar is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon.
Dr. Haidar was born in St. Louis, Missouri and grew up in Wichita, Kansas. His education began with a degree in Chemistry from UC Berkeley, graduating among the top in his class. He then moved to southern California and received Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UCLA School of Dentistry. Dr. Haidar truly enjoyed the surgical aspect
of dentistry while in dental school and decided to further his education in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. He had extensive training in maxillofacial trauma, benign tumor resection, maxillofacial reconstruction, dental extractions, dental reconstruction with dental implants and bone grafting. He is committed to enhancing patient care by providing his patients with excellent service.
When not working, he enjoys traveling, playing tennis and chess as well as spending time with his family and friends.
