Your Las Vegas Orthodontist
Meet Kory Grahl, DMD, FAGD
Dr. Kory Grahl is passionate about creating confident smiles!
His patients love him because he understands how to reach a beautiful smile and a strong, healthy bite.
Expertise
Dr. Grahl attended Western New England University (WNEU) in Springfield, Massachusetts, where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Minors in Chemistry and Forensic Science.
While completing his education at WNEU, he served as the team captain of the school’s NCAA ice hockey team. Dr. Grahl continued his pursuit of education by attending the University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine (UNLV), where he graduated with Honors and was accepted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Honors Society.
Before attending an orthodontic residency, Dr. Grahl practiced privately as a general dentist, focusing on TMD, airway, esthetic dentistry, and orthodontics.
Currently, he’s a fellow at the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) and the only Kois Recognized Specialist in Las Vegas.
Dr. Grahl’s experience in private practice furthered his continued appreciation for the field of orthodontics.
He accepted a position orthodontic residency at UNLV, where he’s completing his specialty training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. Simultaneously, he’s earning his Master’s Degree in Oral Biology, with his research in alternative bracket design.
Dr. Grahl also serves as a faculty member at UNLV and teaches in the general clinic focusing on digital technology. He’ll complete his American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certification in October 2024.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology & Minors in Chemistry & Forensic Science, summa cum laude — Western New England University
- Residency & specialty training in orthodontics & dentofacial orthopedics — University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine
- Fellowship — Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
- Master's Degree in Oral Biology (in progress) — University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine
Professional Associations
- American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- Academy of General Dentistry, Fellow (FAGD)
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Affiliate Associate Fellow (AAFAAID)
- Kois Center: Advanced Dentistry Through Science, Recognized Specialist
- Spear Education
Outside of the Office
Dr. Grahl is married to his high school sweetheart Rachael and has two young children, BriarRose and Kent James.
Aside from being a dedicated and supportive husband and father, Dr. Grahl enjoys everything that improves his mental and physical well-being. This includes strength training, nutrition, competitive sports, reading, and being a mini-coach to his children.