ABOUT

Dr. Joseph Kim, DDS

DENTAL CARE with PERSONAL TOUCH

Dr. Joseph Kim is a distinguished board-certified Implantologist and a Diplomat of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and earned his dental degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Following graduation, he completed a post-doctoral General Practice Residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he gained advanced training in prosthodontics and surgery.

Dr. Kim’s career spans both academia and clinical practice. He served as a clinical instructor at the UCSF School of Dentistry and supervised residents at the Native American Health Center. Later, he provided surgical care to pediatric patients as an attending at the Central California Dental Surgery Center, an Ambulatory Surgical Center.

Currently, Dr. Kim owns and operates two private practices in Cupertino and Santa Cruz, CA. He actively leads local study clubs, mentors peer dentists, and conducts live surgical training sessions in partnership with Hiossen Implant, advancing the field of dental implantology through education and hands-on experience.

● Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine, NY

● New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, General Practice Residency, NY

● UCSF School of Dentistry, CA, Clinical Instructor

● Native American Health Center GPR, Oakland, CA, Attending

● Central California Dental Surgery Center, Atwater CA, Attending

● McGann Post-doctoral Orthodontics program

● Fellow, ICOI

● Board Certified Diplomate, ICOI

● Member, ADA

● Member, CDA

● Member, Santa Clara County Dental Society

SERVICES

Cleaning

Professional teeth cleaning by a certified dental hygienist aims to remove plaque, tarter and stains that have accumulated on the teeth.

Implants

Dental implants are surgical-grade root devices that support permanent tooth prosthetics that are manufactured to last a lifetime.

Crowns

Dental crowns are a secure way to fill gaps and help restore your smile if you have missing or damaged teeth.

Invisalign

We are very experienced in these removable custom-fit aligners that straighten teeth without traditional braces.

Root canals

Root canals are valuable dental procedures used to treat and preserve teeth with badly infected roots.

Wisdom teeth removal

Wisdom teeth that have become impacted or haven't fully broken through the surface of the gum can cause dental problems.

 

"Thank you so much! I love my new teeth! I hope to come in soon for a hygiene appt. and maybe get my other teeth bleached to match the beautiful new ones."  - Dori

OUR OFFICE

We are a family business specializing in hand crafted dentistry from start to finish. Let us help you maintain your healthy and beautiful smile! With our dental services people are rediscovering the comfort and confidence to eat, speak, laugh and enjoy life!

OUR TEAM

Office Manager

Jeong "DJ"

 

Receptionist

Marianna

 

Dental Assistant (DA)

Drina

 

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Courtney

 

LOCATION

Santa Cruz

1016 Soquel Ave.

     Santa Cruz, CA 95062

  831- 423-2447

  Mon-Thu, 9:00 - 5:00pm

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