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Love Your Canines Parade

Dr. Gary Chu and The Chu Crew are pleased to announce the first annual "Love Your Canine's Parade"! Dr. Chu not only loves teeth, braces,...

Orthodontic Care

Dr. Gary W. Chu and his staff have been producing beautiful smiles throughout southeastern Wisconsin for over 20 years utilizing the latest in orth...

Candy Buy Back

It's that time of year again, The Chu Crew's Annual Candy Buy Back! Each year our office collects any Halloween candy you want to ge...

Letters to Santa

Your favorite orthodontist is at it again! What goes better with braces than the holiday spirit? Through December 15th, our orthodontic office ...

Movie Day

The office of Gary W Chu Specialist in Orthodontics isn't just about braces! We are about celebrating our patients and the most wonderfu...

Smiling Makes You Happier

Did you know it only takes 30 milliseconds for your brain and emotions to respond to a smile? Dr. Gary Chu and The Chu Crew are so honored and prou...

Getting Back Into The Swing of Things

Happy Monday and Happy New Year! The Chu Crew are so happy to be getting back into the swing of things! 2016 means providing the community of Racin...

Early Orthodontic Screening

When Is The Right Time for an Orthodontic Check-Up: No Later than Age 7 Orthodontists can spot subtle problems with jaw growth and erupting ...

Why Choose an Orthodontist?

Why Choose an Orthodontist to Straighten Your Teeth? An orthodontist is to teeth what a cardiologist is to the heart. Orthodontists are hig...

Foods To Avoid

Even with the advances in technology, braces are orthodontic appliances that you need to treat with care. That means eating foods that are gentle o...

Adult Orthodontics

Braces? For Adults? I think it's time we talked about the braces sterotype. These days, people of all ages are jumping on the bandwagon an...

The Scoop on Retainers

Many people don't realize that retention, or retainer wear after braces, is a lifelong endeavor. Your teeth will always want to move&hell...

Why Accelendent?

Who doesn't want to get in and out of braces faster than ever before? Acceledent is a small hands free device that has been cleared by the...

Why Braces?

The number one question an orthodontist can answer is, "Why do I need braces?". There are many reasons why someone might need braces, some mor...

Braces? That Fast?

Lately, the question our orthodontic office has been getting is, "Really? You can get me in and out of braces that quickly?!". And, the answer...

A Chu Crew Smile

What does it really mean to get a "Chu Crew Smile". A "Chu Crew Smile" is more than just braces or orthodontics, it's an experience! With even...

St. Patrick's Day

Nothing says St. Patrick's Day quite like braces and a day with The Chu Crew! Dr. Gary Chu and The Chu Crew are known as the orthodontic team ...

Spring Into a New Smile

Spring is here! Jump into spring with a beautiful new smile! Be in control of your orthodontic treatment by choosing Damon braces, Acceledent,...

Before and Afters

Sure, I can talk to you about braces and what makes Dr. Chu a great orthodontist. I could go on and on about how not only does he genuine...

Spring Contest

Anyone who knows our orthodontic office knows that we are more than just braces. We pride ourselves on providing more than amazing smiles, but...

Patient Celebration

The Chu Crew love what they do, braces, orthodontics in general, and creating beautiful smiles! But at the end of the day, it's more than orth...

YOU and Your Orthodontic Treatment

Did you know that YOU, our patient, play the largest role in your orthodontic treatment? Sure, as an orthodontist and orthodontic team Dr. Chu...

Mother's Make the World Go Round!

The month of May is upon us, and our orthodontic office refers to May as the month of MOM! With Mother's Day quickly approaching us, (May 8th,...

Family Care Program

Do you know about The Chu Crew Family Care Program? When someone becomes a part of our orthodontic team we feel a responsiblity to the entire ...

Annual Lighthouse Run

Your favorite orthodontist, Dr. Gary Chu and The Chu Crew are so excited that June is just around the corner! Not only are summers a great tim...

Elastics

Ever wondered what your elastics or rubber bands are actually doing with your braces and orthodontic treatment? While brackets and archwires (...

Deband Days

The Chu Crew try to make getting your braces off a once in a lifetime experience!

Highlight on Dr. Chu

Of course you know Dr. Chu! He's a great orthodontist, has been in practice for over 20 years, and offers the latest and greatest up to date t...

Straight Teeth For Your Big Event!

When you have an exciting event like a wedding or a graduation just around the corner, of course you want to be able to shine your beautiful s...

Summer Time!

The time has finally come! It's SUMMER! What does summer mean in the world of braces and orthodontics? Well, it means the perfect time to star...

Just Chu It

Our orthodontic office is very excited, the time has finally come! For what you ask? Braces? Advances in orthodontic technology? Invisalign? Accele...

Racine Lighthouse Run

A very special thank you to our patients, the community of Racine, and those who continually donate their time year after year to take part in The...

Vote Vote Vote

Come one, come all! Celebrate braces, orthodontics, your orthodontist and orthodontic team by choosing our next cover models! Help someone bec...

Educational Outreach "Support Our Schools"

In an effort to address the current school budget cuts in our area, Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew have launched a ‘Support Our Schools’ (SOS...

Brush Your Canines Video Contest

Taking care of the health of your teeth and your braces is very important! Your orthodontist, Dr. Chu, always stresses the importance of dental he...

Best of Racine

It's that time of year again, voting for Best of Racine has begun! Show your support for Dr. Chu and his amazing orthodontic abilities and your ort...

Love Your Canines Parade

Your orthodontist, Dr. Gary Chu wants you to mark your calendars! September 9th at 6:00PM our orthodontic office, in an effort to focus more on the...

Love Your Canines Dog Parade

It's finally here! Braces patients of Dr. Chu and The Chu Crew! One of the many fun events that your orthodontist throws each year is finally he...

Financing Made Simple

Your journey to a beautiful Chu Crew smile should be easy! That's why Dr. Chu and The Chu Crew have made financial arrangements for your braces eas...

Best of Racine

Dr. Chu is passionate about teeth, braces, and truly enjoys being an orthodontist. There is no greater compliment than when your community re...

United States F18 National Sailing Championships

A widely known fact about Dr. Chu is that not only is he an orthodontist who loves practicing orthodontics, but he also has a passion for sailing. ...

Annual Candy Buy Back

For the entire month of October and through November 10th our orthodontic office is accepting candy for our annual Candy Buy Back! Have sticky, goo...

Chu Crew Movie Day

Dr. Chu and The Chu Crew are trying to "brace" themselves as their annual Movie Day celebration quickly approaches! Tell your friends and family, b...

Chu Crew Christmas Caroling

The holidays are the time of year for heartfelt traditions like trimming the tree, enjoying a cup of hot cocoa and spending time with those closest...

Happy New Year!

HAPPY NEW YEAR from Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew! Our office loves to focus on more than braces, orthodontics and creating beautiful smiles, but also o...

Braces with Dr. Chu are fast and comfortable!

What if I told you your orthodontic treatment can be fast, comfortable, and you will still achieve the results you've been dreaming of? That's righ...

Google Reviews

We appreciate our patients and their families and the faith they put into our orthodontic practice. Dr. Chu began his practice as an orthodontist i...

What Makes You Smile?

Each and every person is uniquely different in their own way. Even our teeth have their own special brand of uniqueness. The shape, size, and color...

New Year New You

As the first month of 2017 comes to an end, have you stuck to your resolutions and goals? For many, a New Year's resolution is simply about becomin...

Happy Valentine's Day

What does Valentines Day mean to you? According to history, Valentine's Day is a day of "romance" that dates back to the 5th century. For people al...

Mardi Gras

It's Fat Tuesday! What does that mean? Historically, Mardi Gras dates back thousands of years to celebrations of Spring. Now, it is celebrated as a...

The Damon System

Our orthodontic office had the pleasure of having a meeting with Ormco and the Damon System's Lead Engineer! Our staff is so excited about the late...

Brushing with the Chu Crew

Join the Chu Crew in their video demonstration on how to take care of your braces! This video will teach you the basics of orthodontic dental c...

Love Your Canine's Dog Parade

Your orthodontist, Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew are excited to announce that the 4th annual "Love Your Canine's Parade" is this Friday September 15th! ...

Love Your Canine's Parade Success

Braces and straightening teeth are obviously incredibly important to Dr. Chu, but giving back to the community is a top priority for him too! Years...

2017 Candy Buy Back Begins

Happy October, It's that time of year again! Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew are known for more than orthodontics and braces, but for their many years of ...

F16 North American Sailing Championships

Dr. Chu and long time friend Robbie Daniels won the F16 catamaran division at the four-day North American Sailing Championships. The championships ...

Spring Into Your Orthodontic Treatment

Every day I have patients tell me, "I wish I would have jumped in and started my orthodontic treatment sooner! " After all, the sooner you begin yo...

The Importance of Daily Flossing

Flossing and good dental health play a huge role in the success of your braces and orthodontic treatment. Did you know the healthier your teeth and...

Why Wear Your Retainer

Did you forget to wear your retainer? At every "retainer check" appointment, Dr. Chu and his assistant ask you if you've been faithfully weari...

Tell Us Why YOUR Teacher Rocks!

Do you have a teacher that goes above and beyond? That really cares about you and your classmates? That has an amazing attitude, inspires and has a...

The Chu Crew and Community Service

Did you know that Dr. Chu really values our community and giving back? Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew can be found volunteering their time at various eve...

Smiles for the Entire Family

Did you know orthodontic treatment isn't just for children or adolescents? Nearly half of our patients in braces are actually adults! But I'm sure ...

Summer Time Braces Time!

Life can be overwhelmingly busy, sometimes it feels like there’s never a “good” time to commit and get braces. But, if your teeth...

We Celebrate Our Teachers!

Summer is finally here and what does that mean? It's the perfect time to look back on another successful school year and appreciate the people who ...

Our Teachers ROCK!

Summer is finally here and what does that mean? It's the perfect time to look back on another successful school year and appreciate the people who ...

Chu Crew Barbecue

YOU ARE INVITED TO AN AFTERNOON OF FUN! Join Dr. Chu and the Chu Crew for the CHU CREW Barbecue on Saturday September 22nd starting at 11:00AM ...

Chu Crew Barbecue

It's CHU CREW Barbecue week! Mark your calendars, tell your family and friends, and come join us this Saturday the 22nd at 11:00AM at our office 11...

First Annual CHU CREW Barbecue

Thank you to everyone who made our first annual CHU CREW Barbecue a success! Our orthodontic office tries to focus on more than just braces, teeth,...

2018 F18 World Championship Regatta

Congratulations to Dr. Chu and Robbie Daniel on sailing in the 2018 F18 Championship Regatta in Sarasota this weekend! Huge congratulations on thei...

Your Orthodontic Treatment is About YOU!

At our office, we pride ourselves on putting the patient's concerns first. Your orthodontic treatment and experience in braces should be about you ...

The Season of Giving

Our orthodontic team is welcoming the holiday season with grateful hearts. We had another incredibly successful year doing our annual Candy Buy Bac...

Happy New Year 2019!

We are officially three days into the new year and let us start off by saying Happy New Year and may your 2019 be filled with wonderful things! We ...

The Evolution of Orthodontics

You might be surprised to learn that braces and the practice of orthodontics date way back to ancient times and are actually not a product of moder...

Scavenger Hunt 2019

Our first contest of the year is coming to an end. What do you win? A $200 cash prize that's what! What exactly IS the contest? Well, I am gla...

Our Teacher ROCKS Contest!

Spring is here and so is our new orthodontic in office contest! Our 'My Teacher Rocks' cont...

Two Phased Orthodontic Treatment

What is "two phased orthodontic treatment" and why is it beneficial? Let me start by explaining that the American Association of Orthodontists reco...

Accelerate With AcceleDent

If you had the option to speed up your orthodontic treatment AND make it more comfortable, would you take it? What if I told you that all full ...

Start Your Braces in Summer!

At Chu Crew Orthodontics we enjoy seeing our orthodontic patients start their journey towards the beautiful and healthy smiles they deserv...

COVID-19 and the Chu Crew's Reopening Strategy

Dear Chu Crew Orthodontic Family, Greetings parents and patients. I have looked forward to writing this note to tell y...

Nederman Extraction System

Nederman Extraction System The health and safety of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us. In the orthodon...

Impressions

Getting a set of orthodontic impressions taken is one of the first steps before you get your braces on, as well as a way to finalize your treat...

Invisalign Dos and Don’ts

Invisalign aligners are a convenient and popular way to achieve your dream smile, but there are some important things you will have to do (and ...

Is it time to replace your toothbrush?

It is recommended that you replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. One of the reasons is that the bristles lose their cleaning ability. ...

Candy Buy Back Returns for 2021!

After a year off due to COVID-19 we are so excited to bring back our annual Candy Buy Back. Giving back to others and our community has always b...

Law enforcement special extended through June!

This month we celebrated National Police week by offering our local law enforcement officers and their immediate family $500 off orthodont...

5 Ways To Get Your Braces Off On Time

Extended orthodontic treatment can cause harm to the overall health and well being of your teeth and gums. That is why it is important to follow th...

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