A native of Scotts Valley, California, Dr. DeLurgio is a patient-focused and results-oriented professional. While on the path to becoming a Fair Oaks and Citrus Heights, CA, orthodontist, she received her undergraduate education in Biology at UC Irvine and her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the nation’s #2 top-ranked dental school, the University of the Pacific, with Honors in 2005. Upon graduation, she practiced general dentistry and enjoyed teaching at Pacific in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.
Drawn to orthodontics, Dr. DeLurgio went on to earn a Master’s Degree and Certificate in Orthodontics from Pacific, where she received an award for the highest scholarship in her orthodontic graduating class. She has been voted one of Sacramento’s “Top Orthodontists” every year since 2011 by surveys of Sacramento dentists, as published in Sacramento Magazine.
Dr. DeLurgio’s research interests have focused on the genetic factors associated with cleft lip and palate. Studies she co-authored with Pacific’s Craniofacial Genetics Laboratory went on to receive the prestigious Harry Sicher Research Award by the American Association of Orthodontists for two consecutive years. Dr. DeLurgio has a special interest in airway orthodontics.
Combined with a down-to-earth attitude, Dr. DeLurgio’s primary goal is to provide effective, efficient orthodontic treatment. Dr. DeLurgio is a member of the well respected Progressive Orthodontic Study Group, and when not immersed in treating her patients, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Daniel, and her son, Jack, traveling and exploring the outdoors.
Come experience DeLurgio Orthodontics! See for yourself why patients love Dr. DeLurgio, our award-winning Fair Oaks and Citrus Heights, CA, orthodontist serving Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Orangevale, Carmichael, Rancho Cordova, Gold River, Citrus Heights, Roseville, Granite Bay and Sacramento, CA. Call 916.966.5517 today!
