Background and Credentials
Dr. Qingshan Li is a board-certified orthodontist with over 33 years of global experience in dentistry. His career began in China, followed by practice in Germany, and later in the United States. Dr. Li holds a PhD in dentistry and completed postgraduate training in restorative dentistry and orthodontics at the University of Kiel in Germany, where he also became a certified orthodontist.
He further honed his expertise at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health (University of Rochester Medical Center) in New York as an orthodontic resident. Now based in Chicago, Dr. Li treats patients across multiple locations while contributing to orthodontic research and innovation. His work has been featured in renowned journals, and he regularly presents at domestic and international seminars. In addition to clinical practice, he mentors the next generation of orthodontists as a faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC).
Practice Philosophy
Dr. Li is passionate about delivering exceptional orthodontic care. His treatment philosophy emphasizes functional bites, aesthetics, efficiency, and long-term stability. He doesn’t just straighten teeth but designs treatment plans to create youthful, beautiful smiles.
Using an efficient case management process, Dr. Li completes treatments in less time, achieving non-extraction plans for over 90% of his patients. This approach minimizes risks associated with prolonged treatment while delivering stunning results. Dr. Li continually seeks innovative techniques and technologies to enhance patient outcomes. His ultimate goal? To create smiles that last a lifetime.
Beyond Orthodontics
Balancing his professional commitments with personal passions, Dr. Li enjoys swimming, traveling, and photography. Most importantly, he cherishes spending time with his family.
Happy Smiles,
Dr. Qingshan Li, PhD, DDS