Meet Dr. Nader Ehsani, Your San Marcos Orthodontist
Patients across San Marcos know Dr. Nader Ehsani as an orthodontist who blends science, artistry, and genuine care. A Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Ehsani treats children and adults with a precision rooted in a rare combination of training: he is both a board-certified orthodontist and a professionally trained engineer. That engineering background shapes how he balances biomechanics with facial growth and aesthetics, planning every smile with the kind of detail that produces stable, beautiful results. He leads the clinical team at San Marcos Orthodontics, where his commitment to excellence and to the community has made the practice one of the most trusted on the San Marcos Boulevard corridor.
Education and Training
Dr. Ehsani grew up in New York and built an exceptional academic foundation before specializing in orthodontics. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the State University of New York at Buffalo, graduating with double minors in Periodontology, Pediatric Dentistry, and Community Services. He then completed his specialty training in the highly regarded Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester. Before dentistry, he completed undergraduate and graduate training as an engineer, an unusual background that sharpens his clinical decision-making to this day.
| Degree | Institution |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) | State University of New York at Buffalo |
| Specialty Training, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics | Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester |
| Engineering (undergraduate and graduate) | New York |
Board Certification and Professional Leadership
Dr. Ehsani is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, the oldest and one of the most prestigious boards in dentistry. Board certification is a voluntary process in which an orthodontist is examined by peers to demonstrate exceptional knowledge and clinical skill, a credential not every orthodontist pursues. He has been active in orthodontic and dental research and development, with work published and presented at the National Institutes of Health, and he has been an invited speaker throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and South and Central America. He is a Specialist member of the American Association of Orthodontists.
| Association | Membership |
|---|---|
| American Board of Orthodontics | Diplomate (Board Certified) |
| American Association of Orthodontists | Specialist member |
| American Dental Association | Member |
| California Dental Association | Member |
| Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists | Member |
| California Association of Orthodontists | Member |
| San Diego County Dental Society | Active member |
Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Ehsani’s engineering mind and clinical experience come together in care that is both precise and personal. He has extensive training in surgical orthodontics and craniofacial differences, including cleft lip and palate, and he is a Diamond+ Invisalign Provider, treating everything from straightforward alignment to the most complex bites. Whether a patient needs braces, Invisalign, or advanced airway and expansion treatment, Dr. Ehsani plans each case for results that last and explains every step along the way.
Recognition
Dr. Ehsani has been voted a Top Doctor in San Diego Magazine’s annual review for many consecutive years, a recognition that reflects both his clinical skill and the trust of the community he serves.
Community Involvement
Giving back is central to how Dr. Ehsani practices. He and his team have volunteered extensive dental and orthodontic care for underserved children, including children from refugee centers who have overcome incredible odds. That spirit of service is woven into the culture at San Marcos Orthodontics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Dr. Ehsani a board-certified orthodontist?
A: Yes. Dr. Ehsani is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a voluntary, rigorous credential that demonstrates advanced expertise in orthodontics.
Q: What makes Dr. Ehsani’s background unique?
A: Dr. Ehsani is one of only a few orthodontists in the country who is also a professionally trained engineer, which informs his precise approach to biomechanics and facial balance.
Schedule With Dr. Ehsani
Experience care from a board-certified orthodontist and trusted San Marcos specialist. Call San Marcos Orthodontics at (760) 744-4444 or request an appointment for your complimentary consultation. We are located on West San Marcos Boulevard, serving San Marcos and North County San Diego.
