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ABOUT ME
Dr. Fakhravar loves his profession and feels very blessed to have a career that allows him to improve his patients’ health, confidence, and self-esteem. He encourages his patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and attentive to each patient’s needs.

A native Oregonian, Dr. Fakhravar graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Portland State University. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, his specialty certificate in Periodontics along with a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, in Philadelphia, PA.

Dr. Fakhravar has served as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontology at the Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry. He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Board of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. In addition, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. This distinction signifies he is a Board Certified Periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory education requirements of the specialty.

Dr. Fakhravar enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle by going to the gym, playing basketball and tennis. He also enjoys traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

EDUCATION
B.S., Biochemistry–Portland State University
D.M.D.–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
M.S., Oral Biology–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
Periodontics Certificate–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS
Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology
Diplomate, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
American Academy of Periodontology

ABOUT ME
Dr. Reese says, “The best part of being an orthodontist is witnessing the removal of a patients’ braces and seeing their new smile beam across their face. As an orthodontist, we have the unique privilege of changing how people view themselves and, in turn, can change their lives in a positive way.”

“My practice philosophy is to treat each patient as my own family. Providing high quality care while having fun is important to me, as my patients are trusting the future of their smile in our hands.”

“I began college to pursue engineering and later switched to medicine. My father’s career as a dentist introduced me to the profession, but orthodontics was a twist that allowed me to combine my physics and medical knowledge with my artistic skills to help others feel better about themselves.”

After graduating from Northwest Nazarene University, Dr. Reese received his Dental Degree and his Masters Degree in Orthodontics from the Indiana University School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the Oregon State Society of Orthodontists.

Dr. Reese says, “I enjoy running, hiking, watching movies, and attending concerts. I love to explore new places to eat and play in Portland with my friends and my four young children.”

EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–Northwest Nazarene University
D.D.S.–Indiana University School of Dentistry
M.S.D., Orthodontics–Indiana University School of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
Oregon State Society of Orthodontists

ABOUT ME
Dr. Kim says, “I was attracted to dentistry because I like using my hands, designing something, and meeting new people. It is very rewarding when I design someone’s smile with my orthodontic expertise and see that the patient is happy with the results. I enjoy that I get to meet new people from different backgrounds every day. I also like the fact that I can build long-term relationships with patients as an orthodontist.” Dr. Kim is a board-certified orthodontist.

Dr. Kim received her Dental Degree and specialty certificate in Orthodontics from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. She is an Immediate Past President of the Oregon State Society of Orthodontists and a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the Oregon Dental Association amongst many others. Dr. Kim has served as the Predoctoral Program Director of Orthodontics at OHSU School of Dentistry. Dr. Kim never stops learning. She earned a M.S. degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Portland State University. Dr. Kim says, “I am a self-claimed “technical nerd”. I am very passionate about learning about new technologies in orthodontics.” Dr. Kim is a certified Invisalign® provider. She completed the Invisalign® Orthodontic Master Program and the Aligner Intensive Fellowship. She also speaks Korean.

Dr. Kim says, “Away from the office, I like doing yoga. I have been doing yoga for almost 20 years now! I was introduced to mediation and mindfulness a couple of years ago and try to incorporate these into my daily life. I also like making videos! Whenever there are things to celebrate, I would make videos to celebrate and have fun.”

EDUCATION
B.S., Mass Communication/Business Administration–Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
D.M.D.–University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Orthodontics Certificate–University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
M.S., Curriculum and Instruction–Portland State University

AFFILIATIONS
Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
American Association of Orthodontics
Past President (2020), Oregon State Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
American Dental Education Association
Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honors Society
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (Member of Social Media Committee)
Oregon Dental Association
Multnomah Dental Society

AWARDS
AAOF Willie and Earl Shepard Orthodontic Faculty Development Fellowship Award
AAO Fellowship to Institute for Teaching and Learning