Dr. Ho-Jin Kim DDS, MSD, PhD

Dr. Ho-Jin Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the School of Dentistry, Kyungpook National University (KNU) in Daegu, Korea. He earned his DDS, MSD, and PhD degrees from KNU and completed his orthodontic residency training at KNU Dental Hospital. Dr. Kim’s academic and clinical work focuses on three-dimensional image-based analysis of soft tissue, skeletal, and dentoalveolar changes. He has conducted extensive CBCT-based studies on facial asymmetry, alveolar bone changes following significant tooth movement, and the clinical application and stability of microimplants. In addition to imaging research, Dr. Kim has a strong interest in clear aligner therapy. His recent projects investigate the clinical effectiveness and accuracy of 3D-printed aligners. Another major focus of his research is artificial intelligence in orthodontics. He is actively involved in developing AI-driven tools for diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical applications, with the long-term goal of integrating AI and 3D technologies to provide more precise, individualized, and biologically sound orthodontic care. Dr. Kim lectures internationally on CBCT-based diagnostics, digital orthodontics, and clear aligner innovations, and he serves as both an author and reviewer for leading orthodontic journals. His ongoing work bridges traditional treatment modalities with emerging digital and AI technologies to enhance treatment predictability, patient outcomes, and clinical efficiency.