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Board-Certified Periodontist

Dr. Chanook David Ahn, DMD

Owner & Director
Specialty: Periodontics & Dental Implants

Board-certified specialist in periodontal disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and dental implant surgery. Provider of LANAP, PRF, and Exosome therapies.

Dr. Chanook David Ahn, DMD

Philosophy & Approach

Dr. Ahn's core belief: "SAVE teeth and MAINTAIN."

Nothing is better than natural teeth. Dr. Ahn specializes in advanced periodontal therapies and regenerative techniques designed to preserve and restore your natural dentition. Dental implant surgery is performed only when absolutely necessary, after exhausting all tooth-saving options.

This philosophy, grounded in decades of clinical experience and cutting-edge research, drives every treatment decision. Dr. Ahn combines the latest periodontal technologies—including LANAP laser therapy, PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), and regenerative exosome treatments—with meticulous surgical technique to achieve optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes.

Education & Training

2013

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

Boston, Massachusetts
2013-2015

General Practice Residency

Yale-New Haven Hospital

Chief Resident | Resident of the Year
2015-2018

Periodontics Specialty Residency

VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System

Chief Resident | Board-Certified Periodontist
Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Published researcher, AIDS Vaccine Lab

Specialties & Expertise

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Dental Implant Surgery

Advanced surgical planning, bone grafting, and implant placement with precision and aesthetic excellence. Guided and flapless techniques when appropriate.

Periodontal Disease Treatment

Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of gingivitis, periodontitis, and advanced periodontal disease. Non-surgical and surgical therapies.

LANAP Laser Therapy

FDA-cleared laser-assisted new attachment procedure. Minimally invasive gum disease treatment with bone regeneration potential. Uses PerioLase MVP-7.

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PRF & Regenerative Medicine

Platelet-rich fibrin therapy and exosome treatments to accelerate healing and promote tissue regeneration for improved surgical outcomes.

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Soft Tissue Surgery

Esthetic and functional gum grafting, ridge augmentation, and tissue contouring. Specialized techniques for smile design and implant esthetics.

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Bone Regeneration

Advanced bone grafting techniques and guided bone regeneration (GBR) to restore lost bone structure and enable implant placement in previously impossible cases.

Research & Teaching

Dr. Ahn is a highly sought-after lecturer and educator, actively involved in advancing the field of periodontics and implant dentistry. His passion for teaching and research ensures his patients benefit from the latest evidence-based techniques.

Academic Leadership

Published Research

Dr. Ahn has contributed to peer-reviewed publications including research published in the Journal of Virology. His undergraduate research at the AIDS Vaccine Lab at University of Wisconsin-Madison established his foundation in rigorous scientific inquiry—a principle that guides his clinical practice today.

Community Service & Mission Work

Dr. Ahn's commitment to global dental health extends beyond his clinical practice. Since 1997, he has participated in international dental mission trips, providing care to underserved populations and training local healthcare providers in advanced techniques.

27+
Years of Mission Work
9
Countries Served
100s
Lives Transformed

International Service Locations

South Korea
Philippines
Thailand
Cambodia
India
Peru
Sakhalin
Mexico
Connecticut (USA)

These mission trips reinforce Dr. Ahn's core belief that quality dental care should be accessible to all, regardless of geographic or economic circumstance. The clinical experience and perspectives gained from serving diverse populations directly enhance the care he provides at The Loft Dental Studio.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Ahn maintains active membership in leading dental organizations dedicated to advancing periodontal and implant science:

American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)

Academy of Osseointegration

California Society of Periodontists

American Dental Association (ADA)

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