Dr. Jaemin Ko
Orthodontist
Dr. Ko is a highly skilled orthodontist with specialized expertise in craniofacial and special care orthodontics. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Yonsei University in South Korea before completing an orthodontic residency and a Master of Science in Oral Biology. To further refine his specialization, he pursued a prestigious fellowship in craniofacial and special care orthodontics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), followed by advanced training at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Since 2014, Dr. Ko has been dedicated to transforming smiles and improving lives through orthodontic care. He currently serves as an attending craniofacial orthodontist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and a consultant orthodontist at Kaiser Permanente. Beyond his clinical practice, he is a passionate educator, mentoring orthodontic residents as a part-time lecturer at UCLA. His contributions to the field extend to research, with numerous publications in esteemed peer-reviewed journals.
In 2020, Dr. Ko and his family made La Cañada Flintridge their home, and he is excited to join Dr. Suh and his team in providing exceptional orthodontic care to the local community. With a commitment to excellence and a patient-centered approach, Dr. Ko brings both expertise and compassion to every smile he treats.
Curriculum Vitae
Education:
- Certificate in Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontics, University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry
- Certificate in Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
- Master of Science/Certificate in Orthodontics: Yonsei University, School of Dentistry, Seoul, South Korea
- Doctor of Dental Medicine: Yonsei University, School of Dentistry, Seoul, South Korea
Licensure:
- Dental Licensure Objective Structured Clinical Examination
Member:
- American Association of Orthodontists
- California Association of Orthodontists
- American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association