Meet the Doctor

Dr. Ken Hovden: Cosmetic Dentist in South San Francisco CA

As the son of two successful dentists, Dr. Ken Hovden has dentistry in his blood. Born and raised as a third generation San Franciscan, Dr Hovden attended St. Ignatius College Preparatory. Dr. Hovden completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University graduating with honors and a dual degree in biology and social/political science. Dr. Hovden went on to earn his doctorate from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry (UOP), where he received the prestigious Gene Dixon Student Leadership Award. After graduating in 1981, Kenneth Hovden DDS joined his father in private practice. He remained in practice with his dad until his father’s retirement in 1997.

A vested member of the dental community, Dr. Hovden’s reputation for excellence and dedication to quality work are unsurpassed. To continually hone his skills, Dr. Hovden has trained with the country’s top academic leaders in preventive and cosmetic dentistry. In recognition of his talent and skill, Dr. Hovden has been the recipient of many accolades and awards, including multiple gold medals from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also a highly sought after author, lecturer and teacher.

Dr. Hovden has served as a member of the endodontic faculty at UOP Dental School for over 28 years, as well as on the executive board of the university’s Alumni Association for over 12 years. As a faculty member of the Hornbrook Group, he taught advanced cosmetic and restorative dentistry to dental professionals across the nation. Currently, Dr. Hovden is a Spear Institute faculty member, mentoring dentists from around the United States at their prestigious teaching facility in Scottsdale, Arizona. An accomplished author, Dr. Hovden has published several articles in highly respected dental journals and his work has been featured in numerous national publications.

Dr. Hovden belongs to several professional organizations and affiliations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In 2008, cosmetic dentist Dr. Hovden was awarded Accredited Status in the AACD (a designation enjoyed by only 250 of the AACD’s 10,000 members). He is also a member of the American Equilibration Society, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the San Mateo Dental Society, and is among a handful of general dentists invited to join the American Association of Endodontists.

Away from the office, Dr. Hovden enjoys snow skiing, water skiing, backpacking, and RVing with his wife and children. He is also actively involved with the Bay Area Aesthetic Masters, a study club he formed, that is dedicated to enhancing the skills of local dentists.

Accreditations & Awards

• Graduate – Stanford University B.A./A.B. 1978 with honors
• Graduate – University of the Pacific Dental School 1981
• Award – Gene Dixon Student Leadership Award
• Award – TKO Academic Honor Society
• Award – OKU Academic Honor Society
• Treasurer – U.O.P. Alumni Associations (12 yrs)
• Award – AACD Smile Gallery Gold Member Winner 2004, 2005, 2006
• Accredited Member - American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 2008

Professional Organizations

• Member – ADA www.ada.org
• Member – CDA www.cda.org
• Member – San Mateo County Dental Society www.smcds.com
• Member – American Association of Endodontists www.aae.org
• Member – American Equilibration Society www.aes-tmj.org
• Accredited Member – American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry www.aacd.com
• Member & Founder – Bay Area Aesthetics Masters baaestheticmasters.com
• Member – Crown Council www.crowncouncil.com
• Member – Oral Sleep Alliance

Faculty

• U.O.P. – Department of Endodontics (28 yrs)
• Hornbrook Group
• Spear Institute www.scottsdalecenter.com/spear/
• IDEA www.ideausa.net

Speaker

• EDI – Implant Systems
• AACD – 2008
• University of Missouri Kansas City – 2008
• Bay Area Aesthetics Masters
• Zeiss – Microscope Class

Articles

• Dentistry Today – 2002
• CDA Journal – April 2008
• Dental Products Report – 2007
• Dental Compare – 2007
• PPAD Esthetic Excellence - 2009

Continuing Education Continuums Completed

• Dawson Center dawsoncenter.publishpath.com
• Spear Institute www.scottsdalecenter.com/spear/
• Kois Center koiscenter.com
• Pac-Live www.paclive.com
• Piper Center www.pipererc.com
• IDEA www.ideausa.net
• Hornbrook Group
• Dental Education Laboratories www.endobuchanan.com

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