Dr. Katherine Ahn's education, three decades of clinical experience, research, and teaching became the foundation that gave her the ability to build Aviara. Her training spans craniofacial development, aesthetic and neuromuscular dentistry, TMJ and sleep therapy, and airway health.
Education & Advanced Training
UCLA School of Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
UCLA Pediatric Dentistry
Specialty Residency
Las Vegas Institute (LVI)
Cosmetic & Neuromuscular Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
Cosmetic Dentistry
American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (AACP)
Craniofacial Pain & TMJ Training
TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre International
TMJ, Airway & Sleep Therapy
American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM)
Dental Sleep Medicine
The Breathe Institute (TBI)
Airway & Functional Frenuloplasty Affiliate Training
Innovation, Education & Philanthropy
Founder, Aviara Integrative Centers
For Airway, Lifestyle & Aesthetics. Integrating dentistry, medicine, longevity, and regenerative aesthetics.
Founder, Aviara Aesthetic + Longevity
Regenerative Aesthetic Dentistry™, Regenerative Aesthetic Medicine™, and Longevity Medicine.
Founder, Aviara Institute
Advancing interdisciplinary education in integrative health.
Founder, O2 Doctor™
An educational platform exploring the role of oxygen, airway, lifestyle, and emotional balance in health and longevity.
Inventor, Oxygen Lip Tape™
An airway-support product designed to encourage nasal breathing and healthy oral posture.
Founder, OCCares
Our Community Cares. Cultivating the next generation of compassionate, philanthropic leaders and social entrepreneurs.
Speaking & Professional Education
Dr. Ahn's Speaking Engagements
Dr. Ahn lectures and trains clinicians on airway health, craniofacial development, TMJ, sleep, and regenerative aesthetics.
Past Presentations
- “Dentists or Detectives”
- “Redefining Whole Body Wellness”
Upcoming Presentations
- “The Role of a Dental Hygienist in Whole Body Health”
- “Gateway to Health, Longevity & Aesthetics”
- “Mouth Breathing, Demystified”