Dr. David Han
Dr. Han has been practicing in Chino Hills since 1993. He is recognized as a gnathologist—a dentist who studies the masticatory system, including its physiology, functional disturbances, and treatment. In other words, Dr. Han is a dentist who addresses the entire system involving teeth, bites, joints, facial muscles, and the neuromuscular mechanisms. He delivers exceptionally accurate dental care, verifying his work as it progresses, applying well-established gnathological principles, and providing final dental treatments that are beautiful, comfortable, predictable, and long-lasting.
Dr. Han’s passion for excellence, coupled with his unique career development in dentistry, allows him to offer comprehensive general, esthetic, and occlusal dentistry that has been time-tested on his patients. Dr. Han is proud of his family's legacy in dentistry: his great-granduncle, Dr. Suk-Tae Ham, was the first registered dentist in Korea (2/5/1914) and opened the very first Korean-owned dental office, Hansung Dental Clinic, in Seoul in June of 1914. Dr. Ham also founded the Hansung Dental Association in 1925. Dr. Han proudly carries on his ancestors' spirit of service to dentistry and their contributions to the Korean royal family before the Republic of Korea was established.
Associations
Fun Facts
Over 20 Years of Private Practice and Advanced Education
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Irvine, Dr. Han completed his dental education at the UCLA School of Dentistry in 1991. He then went on to complete his post-graduate General Practice Residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in West Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Han has continued to enhance his dental skills through advanced training. He mastered cosmetic dentistry by completing a Mini-Residency in Esthetic and Contemporary Restorative Dentistry at UCLA Dental School in Los Angeles. Additionally, he has completed advanced courses in Occlusion, Aesthetic Dentistry, and TMD Management at the Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education (F.A.C.E.) in San Francisco and The Pankey Institute in Florida.
Currently, Dr. Han serves as a Senior Instructor and Director of TMD Management, Advanced FOSA Therapy (TMJ Bite Stabilizer Therapy), and Centric Relation (CR) Dental Courses at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco. He is also an expert in Gnathological Laboratory Techniques.
Mentor and Teacher in Comprehensive, Esthetic, and Occlusion (C.E.O.) Based Dentistry
Dr. Han has been invited by several national dental organizations to present his highly successful treatment cases and teach other practicing dentists. His lectures have been featured at events such as the annual meetings of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry in Chicago, the International Academy of Gnathology in Arizona, and the California Dental Association’s annual conventions in Anaheim.
Dr. Han is also a mentor for the Southern California F.A.C.E. Study Groups and directs the F.O.S.A. (F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance Therapy or TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Program for professional dentists at F.A.C.E.
Credentials
- Graduated from UCLA School of Dentistry in 1991.
- Completed General Practice Residency at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center in 1992.
- Completed 1-Year Esthetic and Contemporary Restorative Dentistry Mini-Residency at UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry in 1997.
- Completed Advanced Dental Education Continuums Level I, II, and IIE at The Pankey Institute in 1998 and 1999.
- Completed Advanced Gnathological Laboratory Technician’s Course at F.A.C.E. in 2003.
- Completed Advanced Restorative and Adhesive/Aesthetic Dentistry at F.A.C.E. in 2004.
- Faculty member at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco since 2004.
- Presented “Equilibration and Restorative Treatment” at the California Dental Convention in Anaheim, CA, April 2005.
- Presented the Table Clinic at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry in Chicago, February 2008.
- Presented “Adjustment-Free Dentistry: True Aesthetic Dentistry” at the California Dental Convention in Anaheim, CA, April 2008.
- Presenter of the Table Clinic at the Annual Meeting of the International Academy of Gnathology in Tucson, AZ, September 2009.
- Mentor for Southern California F.A.C.E. Study Group.
- Director of F.O.S.A. (F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance or TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Course for Professional Dentists at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco.
Recommendations by Dentists
Dr. Gerald F. Preiner, D.D.S.
Director, Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education
"Dr. Han has consistently demonstrated a remarkable commitment to expanding his dental education, as well as his clinical knowledge and expertise. I can personally attest to the high quality of his clinical skills, having had several dental procedures performed by him. For many years, Dr. Han has been a lecturer and clinical instructor at the Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education (F.A.C.E.). He has played a pivotal role in advancing new techniques and educating and training licensed dentists on how to master these skills.
Since his involvement at F.A.C.E., Dr. Han has shown an eagerness to bring about positive changes. He has earned the respect of faculty, students, lab technicians, and everyone he comes in contact with. It has been a privilege to know Dr. Han as a teacher, a friend, and as his patient."
Dr. Jeff Brucia, D.D.S.
Faculty, Department of Post-Graduate Dental Education at the University of Minnesota, Texas A&M Baylor; Assistant Professor, Dental Practice, University of the Pacific
"Dr. David Han is an exceptional dentist and educator. I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Han for nine years. His commitment to the practice and teaching of dentistry at the highest level makes him a rare find. His ethics and integrity have made him one of the best individuals I have had the privilege to work with. I am fortunate to count Dr. Han as both a colleague and a friend."
Thomas F. Basta
Director, Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education (F.A.C.E.)
"Dr. David Han possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver the highest standard of dentistry. His dedication to his patients and relentless pursuit of excellence place him among the top clinicians in the profession.
The faculty and students at F.A.C.E., a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching the highest standards of dentistry worldwide, owe much to Dr. Han's unselfish contributions. He has given generously of his time and expertise to help us achieve our goal of becoming the best we can be.
Dr. Han not only excels in teaching technical skills but also serves as a living example of professional ethics. He is the type of leader whom we all should strive to emulate. I consider it a great privilege to work alongside him as both a fellow teacher and friend."
Professional Activities
Dr. Han’s Mentoring Activities
- Fourth Friday of the Month: Mentor at the Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education.
Dr. Han’s Teaching Activities
- January 19-22, 2013: Director & Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- May 18-20, 2012: Instructor, Advanced Restorative & Adhesive/Aesthetic Dentistry Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- April 28-May 1, 2011: Director & Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- September 15-19, 2010: Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- April 24-25, 2010: Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- January 13-17, 2010: Instructor, Advanced Restorative & Adhesive/Aesthetic Dentistry Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- December 3, 2009: Instructor, Advanced Restorative & Adhesive/Aesthetic Dentistry Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- November 5-8, 2009: Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Course for TMD Treatment at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- October 14-18, 2009: Instructor, Advanced Restorative & Adhesive/Aesthetic Dentistry Program at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- June 4-7, 2009: Instructor, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Course for TMD Treatment at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
- April 2009: Director, F.A.C.E. Orthopedic Stabilizing Appliance (TMJ Bite Stabilizer) Course for Professional Dentists at F.A.C.E. in San Francisco, CA.
Dr. Han’s Table Clinic Activities
- February 2008: Presenter of the Table Clinic at the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry in Chicago, IL.
- September 2009: Presenter of the Table Clinic at the Annual Meeting of the International Academy of Gnathology in Tucson, AZ.
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