Her approach
For more than 25 years, Dr. Rehana Khan has helped children, teens, and adults achieve healthy, confident smiles through Orthodontic care that is thoughtful, precise, and genuinely personal.
Dr. Khan believes there is no single treatment plan that is right for everyone. She takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, lifestyle, comfort level, and long-term goals before recommending treatment. Whether a patient needs early Phase I care, braces, or clear aligners such as Invisalign®, her goal is to find the simplest and most comfortable approach that will produce an excellent, lasting result. Whenever possible, she uses early treatment to guide growth, create space, and reduce the likelihood of extractions or more invasive treatment later.
Training
Doctor of Dental Surgery, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (2002); Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Loma Linda University (2005), with the twenty-seven-month advanced program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics completed the same year. She currently serves as clinical faculty in the Department of Orthodontics. Before entering dentistry, she earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Wheelock College in Boston.
The practice
Dr. Khan has practiced since 2005 and opened Santa Monica Orthodontics in 2009. The practice serves children, teens, and adults, with a second office in DTLA.
What she does differently
Known for her attention to detail, Dr. Khan personally evaluates every patient’s progress and remains closely involved throughout treatment. She is especially meticulous about finishing each smile—not only making the teeth look beautiful, but also ensuring that the bite fits together properly, functions well, and remains stable. She also understands that patients may feel anxious or sensitive about treatment, and she adjusts her approach to help each person feel heard, comfortable, and respected. Parents are always welcome to accompany their children into the treatment area and remain present for their care.
Teaching and a background in social work
In addition to caring for patients at Santa Monica Orthodontics, Dr. Khan teaches at Loma Linda University, where she shares her clinical experience with the next generation of Orthodontic professionals. Her background in social work has also shaped the way she practices: with patience, empathy, and an understanding that every patient brings a different story into the office.
At Santa Monica Orthodontics, you will never be treated like a number or pressured into a one-size-fits-all solution. Dr. Khan’s commitment is to give you honest recommendations, individualized attention, and beautifully finished results you can feel confident about for years to come.
Awards & memberships
- Los Angeles Magazine Top Dentist — 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026, four years running
- Invisalign Top 1% Diamond Provider — 2022 and 2023; Platinum Provider — 2021 and 2022
- Smile Transformation Awards — Best in Cosmetic Dentistry, 2023
- International College of Dentists — Outstanding Achievement, Loma Linda University, 2002
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- West Los Angeles Dental Society
- American Orthodontic Society
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics
- Academic Excellence Gold Award
- Clinical Faculty, Loma Linda University — Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Orthopedics
