Ashley Kahen, DDS

Patient-centered, LA-rooted orthodontics

As a LA native, I am dedicated to delivering thoughtful care that balances facial esthetics, functional occlusion, and airway health to the community I am proud to call home. I look forward to building meaningful relationships with patients and fellow providers while bringing fresh energy, an eagerness to learn, and genuine enthusiasm to your practice.

Certificate of Orthodontics

Montefiore Medical Center | Albert Einstein College of Medicine · 07/23 – 07/26

Doctor of Dental Surgery

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine · 08/19 – 05/23

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology — Summa Cum Laude

San Diego State University · 08/13 – 05/17

Comprehensive case experience

Started 90+ comprehensive and interceptive cases and treated 60+ transfer patients.

• Adept in diverse treatment modalities, including Invisalign, Invisalign First, Invisalign palatal expansion (IPE), MBT, Lightforce, 3M indirect bonding, and self-ligating systems including Pitts.
• Experienced in utilizing HERBST, Carriere, T-Rex, RPE, bite plate, Dynaflex class II/III corrector, Forsus, Isoglide, and TAD-supported mechanics.
• Comfortable performing soft and hard tissue procedures including laser gingivectomies, exposures, and contouring.

Airway-focused orthodontics

Experienced in airway-focused orthodontic assessment and treatment planning.

• Skilled in utilizing MAD, MARPE, and RPE to improve patient outcomes.
• Partnered with the adult and pediatric sleep team to provide care for patients with sleep apnea.

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Enjoyed collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, individualized care.

• Completed cases requiring orthognathic surgery, exposures of impacted teeth, and plastic surgery.
• Presented at craniofacial rotations at Mount Sinai and Montefiore Children’s Hospital.
• Coordinated treatment with prosthodontists and periodontists for a diverse caseload.

Digital workflow

Proficient in incorporating a digital workflow for treatment planning and patient education.

• Dolphin Practice Management, CBCT, digital indirect bonding workflows, Invisalign SmileArchitect, DentalMonitoring, and Align Virtual Care.

Orthodontic Assistant

Orthodontic Center LA — Richard L. Jacobson, DMD MS · 06/17 – 07/19

• Supported a high-volume practice while helping create an efficient and positive patient experience.

Surgical Assistant

SCLA, FCLA — David Dorfman DDS MD and Phil Amoils, MD FACS · 08/17 – 07/19

• Assisted in ENT and oral surgery procedures and supported patients throughout recovery.
• Selected to lead the team in recertifying our AAAHC surgical center.

Investigator

Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center · 06/25 – 06/26

• Surveyed current orthodontic residents across the United States on their perceptions of the growing use of Artificial Intelligence in the orthodontic field, with the guidance of Dr. Mairaj Ahmed.

First Author

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) · 06/20 – 05/21

• Conducted original research investigating neurodevelopmental phenotypes among pediatric patients as an NIH NRSA fellow with the support of Dr. Wendy Chung, chief of Pediatric Genetics.
• Presented poster at Birnberg Research Day 2020 and the Greater New York Dental Meeting 2021.

Research Assistant

UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Pathology · 06/18 – 05/20

• Analyzed the correlation between oral health and overall patient wellbeing under Dr. Fariba Younai.

Admissions Committee

Montefiore Medical Center · 10/24 – 10/25

• Interviewed potential residents for Montefiore Orthodontics Class of 2028 and 2029.

Chief Clinical Supply Officer

Montefiore Medical Center · 08/23 – 08/24

• Selected by the program director to facilitate inventory for the orthodontic clinic. Through this role, I built lasting relationships with representatives from companies including 3M, Allure, and AO.

Vice President

Michael Yuan Orthodontics Society · 06/21 – 06/22

• Planned events and published a society newsletter.

ASDA Delegate

Columbia University Class Council · 06/21 – 06/22

• Relayed communication between ASDA, CDM Class Council, and the class of 2023.

Advocacy Chair

William Jarvie Research Society · 06/20 – 06/22

• Directed Columbia University’s participation in AADOCR Advocacy Day 2022 and negotiated with congressional staff on Capitol Hill in requesting 50 billion dollars for dental and craniofacial research.

Teaching Assistant

Preclinical Orthodontics · 10/21 – 01/22

• Supported preclinical students during orthodontic laboratory assignments.

Teaching Assistant

Oral Histology of Growth and Development · 08/21 – 12/21

• Led discussion during weekly oral histology laboratory sessions.

Vice President

Columbia-Harlem Homeless Medical Partnership Dental Free Clinic · 06/20 – 06/21

• Created a patient referral directory and triaged patients in need of dental care.

Presenter

AAPD: Little Rays of Sunshine / ADEA · 09/21 – 05/23

• Taught oral health principles to local elementary students through presentations and games.

Student Dental Clinician

Columbia-Harlem Homeless Medical Partnership (CHHMP) · 06/20 – 05/23

• Examined patients via telehealth during peak pandemic and continue to perform palliative procedures.

Dental Assistant

Thousand Smiles Foundation · 11/17

• Assisted dental professionals in providing dental care for pediatric patients in Ensenada, Mexico.

English Teacher & Green Building Volunteer

Long Way Home — Comalapa, Guatemala · 04/17

• Taught English and helped construct an elementary school out of recycled materials.

Languages

Conversational in Spanish and Farsi.

Certificates

Invisalign Aligner Intensive Fellowship · ABO Boards Part I (registered for Part 2).

Awards

• Leopold Schepp Foundation Scholarship · 08/21 – 05/23
• JVS Scholarship · 08/21 – 05/23
• CTOR Research Award · 11/20
• NIH National Research Service Award (T35 Training Grant) · 06/20
• FCLA Certificate of Achievement · 07/18

Interests

Interior design, hiking along the California coastline, painting/ceramics, and exploring new cities and cultures through food.