About The Author
Dr. Kee-ju Hong-Elder is an owner dentist based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he delivers comprehensive care with a strong emphasis on the Mouth-Body Connection®—helping patients understand how oral health impacts overall well-being.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hong-Elder contributes to the advancement of dental innovation by collaborating with leading organizations such as Epic®, 3M®, Invisalign®, and Ormco® on the development and implementation of emerging technologies that elevate the patient experience.
A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Hong-Elder supports the growth of dentists, hygienists, and dental teams, with a focus on integrated care and clinical excellence. He is a professional speaker for PDS Health, the UNM Pre-Dental Society, and other regional dental organizations, and actively involved with the New Mexico Dental Association and New Mexico Hygiene Association. Additionally, he shares educational content through social media to inspire a broader audience toward better oral and systemic health.
Dr. Hong-Elder earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry and remains committed to lifelong learning and advancing best practices in dentistry.
Education
Creighton University
Bachelor of Science Biology
Creighton University School of Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Professional Associations
- American Dental Association
- New Mexico Dental Association
Achievements & Awards
Professional Speaker - PDS Health, New Mexico Hygiene Association
New Mexico Dental Association
UNM Pre-dental Society
Knows About
Publications
- Hong-Elder, K. (2024, March 22). Empowering patients: The game-changing benefits of Alert 2™. Trends in Salivary Testing. https://www.oraldna.com/trends-in-salivary-testing/index.php/2024/03/22/empowering-patients-the-game-changing-benefits-of-alert-2/