Dr. Yeana Kim, DDS Ph.D, Head of Orthodontics at Gubei SMILE Dental

Dr. Kim Yea Na

Orthodontist in Shanghai 

Invisible Braces Specialist

Dr. Kim Yea Na is an orthodontist at Smile Dentistry Gubei in Shanghai, specializing in invisible braces, clear aligners, and aesthetic orthodontic treatments for children, teenagers, and adults. 

She combines advanced orthodontic training from China and South Korea with a patient-centered approach to create healthy, balanced, and natural-looking smiles. Fluent in Chinese, Korean, and English, she serves local families and international patients with equal warmth and precision.

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Professional Background
  • Bachelor of Dental Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; clinical rotation at Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital
  • Doctor of Orthodontics, Yonsei University (South Korea) — specializing in craniofacial development and aesthetic orthodontics
  • Member, Korean Association of Orthodontists
  • Member, Orthodontics Specialty Committee, Chinese Stomatological Association
  • Trilingual consultations in Chinese, Korean, and English — ideal for local and expatriate families

Philosophy

"Craftsmanship for the teeth, compassion for the patient."

Orthodontics is never just about alignment — it is about occlusal function, facial balance, and personal aesthetics, creating a naturally beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.

Core Expertise
Invisible Braces & Clear Aligners

Digital clear aligner solutions designed for teenagers and adults seeking a discreet orthodontic experience. Using digital scanning and treatment planning, Dr. Kim creates customized orthodontic plans to improve tooth alignment, smile aesthetics, and long-term stability.

Early Growth Guidance

Early orthodontic evaluation and intervention for children with jaw development concerns, including crowding, underbites, and oral habits such as mouth breathing. Timely guidance helps support healthy facial growth and future orthodontic outcomes.

Aesthetic Orthodontics for Teens & Adults

Personalized orthodontic treatment focusing on both function and aesthetics. Dr. Kim considers facial balance, smile arc, and tooth alignment to create natural-looking smiles with fixed braces or customized orthodontic solutions.

Advanced Orthodontic Solutions

Comprehensive orthodontic options including fixed braces and lingual braces for patients seeking effective correction with different aesthetic preferences. Treatment plans are customized according to each patient's orthodontic needs and lifestyle.

Personal Highlights
  • Golf enthusiast — the focus and discipline of long-term athletic training translates directly into meticulous orthodontic planning
  • Aesthetic creator — oil painting and global travel continuously refine her unique natural-aesthetic orthodontic philosophy
  • Cross-cultural communicator — patient, detail-oriented, and committed to thorough communication throughout every stage of treatment

Why Choose Dr. Kim
  • Seamless trilingual communication (Chinese/Korean/English), serving expatriate families and international patients
  • Digital scanning and pre-treatment smile simulation for fully visualized, stress-free planning
  • Full-cycle orthodontic care, from early childhood intervention to adolescent and adult aesthetic orthodontics
  • DoctorofOrthodontics,YonseiUniversity — one of Asia's top dental institutions
  • Member of Korean Association of Orthodontists & Chinese Stomatological Association