From South Jersey, Dr. Tai Ha attended Rutgers, where he earned his bachelor’s degree followed by his Master’s in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). Soon after, he was accepted to the prestigious University of Southern California (USC) Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He has been practicing dentistry for a decade and is extremely proud to be a part of the Trojan family. Fight On!
While in dental school, Dr. Ha founded the Dental Technologies Club of USC, where he exposed fellow students to the latest technologies with visions of better diagnoses and treatments for patients. He has incorporated this same vision into his style of practice today with a heavy emphasis on modern dental technologies including digital oral and facial scanning, 3d printing, in-office milling, digital smile design, AI technology, and more.
He is certified to administer Botox therapeutically, certified in soft tissue laser surgery by the World Clinical Laser Institute, Invisalign, ClearCorrect, and a fellow of the International Dental Implant Association. He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and is pursuing accreditation status with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Ha continues to expand his knowledge in the field of dentistry by training with world-renowned doctors and regularly attends specialized dental seminars to provide long-lasting, predictable, and beautiful dentistry. Each year, he accrues over 100 hours of continuing education for his knowledge and for the benefit of his patients. This includes minimally invasive biomimetic dentistry, digital smile design, 3D printing, guided implant surgeries, fully digital dental workflows, and dental photography. One of Dr. Ha’s biggest achievements is training with Dr. John Kois, who is known for educating dentists from around the world to provide dental care at the highest caliber.
Dr. Ha loves to give back to by way of volunteer work. He and his colleagues have made numerous humanitarian trips to third-world countries, including Kenya, Jamaica, and the Philippines, offering hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of free dental care to those in need. One of his biggest motivations is providing a comfortable, pain-free, dental experience while exceeding his patient’s expectations and having them leave with a happy, healthy smile.
When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family. He enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle that include diving and snowboarding. He also enjoys modifying cars, playing poker, computer technology (Fun fact, I designed and manage this entire site, so thank you if you made it this far) and follows and trades crypto.
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DR. HA NAMED AMERICA’S TOP DENTIST FOR 2017
California-based dentist Dr. Tai Ha has been named America’s Top Dentist for 2017, an award given to dental professionals who provide outstanding dentistry services to their patients. Bestowed by the Consumers’ Research Council of America, this honor marks the first time Dr. Ha has been named Top Dentist. He has been lauded for his exemplary service and expertise as a general dentist, restorative dentist, and cosmetic dentist in California.
The Consumers’ Research Council of America (CRCA) evaluates and compiles lists of the nation’s top professionals from various industries using a point-value system that awards points for education, years in practice, and affiliations with professional associations.
A member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association, Dr. Ha has been practicing since 2013. He pursues advanced dental education at every opportunity, having completed numerous training and continuing education programs.
This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Ha for the careful work he does every day in his efforts to renew the smile of every one of his patients.