Biographical summary
Ji Hyun Ahn, D.D.S., M.S.D., is a board-certified orthodontist with expertise in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. She currently holds the position of Senior Associate Consultant at Mayo Clinic Dental
Specialties in the Orthodontic department.
Dr. Ahn pursued her dental education at Kyungpook National University in South Korea and received training in orthodontics in 1995 and 1998 respectively. She successfully completed orthodontic residency at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2013, obtaining her second MSD in orthodontics. Since 2014, she has been dedicated to full-time academia, which includes previous didactic and clinical teaching roles at Roseman University and University of Southern California. Additionally, she contributes as a Board clinical examiner and journal reviewer.
Dr. Ahn's clinical practice focuses on the treatment of patients with malocclusion and craniofacial abnormalities. She possesses expertise in various orthodontic techniques, including fixed appliance treatment, clear aligner therapy, Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), and multidisciplinary treatment approaches. Her research interests encompass Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs).
Conditions treated
- Dentofacial anomaly
- Malocclusion
Procedures performed
- Orthodontic exam for children
- Orthodontic procedure
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2013
Residency - Residency in OrthodonticsUniversity of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
- 1998
Master of Science - Master of Science in Dentistry, OrthodonticsKyungpook National University
- 1995
Doctorate - Doctor of Dental Surgery (on Academic Scholarship)Kyungpook National University
- 1991
Bachelor - Bachelor of Science (on Academic Scholarship)Kyungpook National University
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2014
OrthodonticsAmerican Board of Orthodontics
Professional memberships
- 2023 - present
MemberMayo Clinic Clinical Practice Committee
- 2022 - present
Clinical ExaminerAmerican Board of Orthodontics
- 2020 - present
ReviewerAmerican Journal of Orthodontics
- 2019 - 2020
MemberAmerican Association of Orthodontics Internation Task Force
- 2018 - present
Licensed DentistDental Board of California
- 2017 - present
AdvocateAmerican Board of Orthodontics
- 2014 - 2020
Inactive Licensed DentistState Board of Dental Examiners - Texas
- 2014 - present
Licensed DentistNevada State Board of Dental Examiners
- 2014 - present
DiplomatAmerican Board of Orthodontics
- 2011 - present
MemberAmerican Association of Orthodontists
- 2011 - present
MemberPacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- 2000 - present
MemberKorean Association of Orthodontists
- 2000 - present
MemberKorean Lingual Orthodontic Association
- 1998 - present
MemberKyungjung Society of Orthodontists
- 1995 - present
Licensed DentistDental Board of Korea
Publications