Kenneth Shimizu, DDS

Dr. Shimizu originally studied to be an engineer like his father. After two and a half years of math, physics and technical courses, he decided that a more “hands-on” and people-oriented career was more to his liking. He graduated from UC Berkeley in 1980 with a degree in Biology but had no plans on entering the dental profession. A few years after graduation, he visited his brother who was in dental school and decided that this might be an ideal career direction.

Dr. Shimizu attended the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco and graduated as class valedictorian in 1985 with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He was then fortunate to be selected as one of five residents to continue their studies in the UOP Department of Orthodontics, one of the highest ranking programs in the nation. He obtained his Masters of Science in Dentistry degree and Orthodontic Certificate in 1987. Immediately following graduation, he was asked to join the UOP orthodontic faculty. He continues to volunteer his time as an Associate Professor on a part-time basis and has been a course director to the first year residents for over 20 years.

He remains an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the:

- American Association of Orthodontists

- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists

- California State Society of Orthodontists

- American Dental Association

- California Dental Association

- Santa Clara Dental Society