Melissa Bailey, DDS, MS
Specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Meet Dr. Bailey
Dr. Melissa Bailey finds great joy in creating a unique “signature smile” for each patient she meets. She regards her profession as an orthodontist as both an honor and a privilege, and is thankful for the trust her patients place in her knowledge. Knowing first-hand how orthodontic treatment can alter a life, Dr. Bailey decided to specialize in orthodontics when she got braces for the first time during dental school. Her own treatment taught her that having a beautiful smile can improve confidence and open doors to new opportunities throughout life.
Whether trading stories, sharing a laugh, or just having fun, Dr. Bailey enjoys the relationships she builds with her patients. Watching their personalities develop and seeing their beautiful smiles emerge are her true rewards and make her excited to come to work each day.
Education
Growing up, Dr. Bailey was an avid piano player and began teaching piano at the age of 13. She attended the University of California Los Angeles for her undergraduate degree, majoring in music (piano performance), and taught piano for 10 years. Dr. Bailey decided to enter dental school at UCLA’s School of Dentistry, graduating with honors and being inducted into the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She received her specialty training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics from Loma Linda University. Dr. Bailey attends numerous continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with the latest clinical orthodontic techniques and innovations.
Professional Affiliations and Honors
- American Association of Orthodontics
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Contra Costa Dental Society
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society
- California Dental Association Award 2010
- UCLA Department of Orthodontics Award 2010
- Wyatt Rory Hume Award 2009
- Yoshio Yamaguchi Award 2009
- National Institutes of Health Research Grant 2008
- Board of Counselors Award 2007
- Research Publication 2006
Outside the Office
The eldest of four children, Dr. Bailey grew up in the San Gabriel Valley of Southern California. She currently resides in the East Bay with her husband, Jeff, and their son, Ben. Marriage to a car enthusiast has allowed Dr. Bailey to learn a lot about cars, though her leisure time is mostly spent traveling, exploring new restaurants, outdoor activities, and playing the piano. Dr. Bailey also volunteers for animal rescue organizations and has been a foster parent for abandoned animals whenever needed.