Meet The Doctor

Dr. Osuri Yau, Orthodontist

Dr. Osuri Yau is an enthusiastic orthodontist in Cooper City, FL with a positive attitude towards life that is inspiring!  Dr. Osuri Yau is a board-eligible orthodontist with the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), passionate about creating healthy, beautiful smiles. With almost two decades of orthodontic experience, she combines advanced clinical expertise with a compassionate, personalized approach.  Her philosophy centers on providing care in a gentle, relaxed environment, where every patient feels comfortable, supported, and confident in their orthodontic journey.

Dr. Yau began her dental education at the University of Panama, graduating third in her class with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). During this period, she became passionate about orthodontics, recognizing its unique ability to create functional, beautiful smiles that change lives. She pursued advanced training at the University of Puerto Rico, earning both her Certificate in Orthodontics and a Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD). Her research has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJO-DO), and she received second place at the university’s Annual Forum of Research and Education.

As a specialist for both children and adults, she has an eye for aesthetics and the clinical expertise to diagnose bite problems and correct even the most minor tooth misalignment.  At Symmetrix Orthodontics, Dr. Yau combines her years of experience and training with the latest orthodontic innovations, including self-ligating braces, Invisalign®Invisalign Teen®, Angel Alignerstm, and temporary anchorage devices. Her attention to detail helps to achieve symmetry—the essence of a beautiful smile—while building strong connections with her patients, taking time to explain procedures, answer questions, and ensure every visit is positive and stress-free.

Dr. Yau feels it is important to stay on the cutting edge of orthodontics. Thus, she maintains memberships in many prestigious professional organizations to keep up-to-date on the latest techniques and technology.  She is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontics and the Southern Society of Orthodontics.