Dr. Hera Kim-Berman DDS, MMSc

Dr. Hera Kim-Berman is a Clinical Professor, Graduate Orthodontic Program Director and the Robert W. Browne Endowed Professor of Orthodontics at the University of Michigan. She received her dental degree from Stony Brook, School of Dental Medicine and Orthodontic and Masters of Medical Science degrees from Harvard University. She is a Diplomate of The American Board of Orthodontics with over 30 years of experience in private practice and dental education. Her focus in educating residents is to reinforce strong didactic and clinical foundations in orthodontics while incorporating innovation and engagement through use of emerging technology. Dr. Kim-Berman's research interest is in emerging technology including extended reality and 3D printing of biomaterials as it relates to dental education and treatment outcomes in the area of orthodontic therapy and craniofacial care. She works with the American Dental Association/American National Standards Institute and the International Organization of Standards to develop testing standards for polymers including thermoformed and 3D printed aligner materials.