Meet Dr. Kathy Shafagh
Diamond Invisalign Provider · 30+ years of orthodontic experience
Dr. Kathy Shafagh began her orthodontic practice in 1993, building her early years of experience the traditional way, treating thousands of patients with braces. When Invisalign emerged as a new option, she saw its potential early and began incorporating it into her practice, refining her approach case by case. Patients responded well to a more discreet, comfortable path to the same results, often in less time. Encouraged by what she was seeing, Dr. Shafagh went on to create the first Invisalign-only dental office in the world, mastering the technique at a time when few others had.
Beyond the ChairAt Ortho Planet, Dr. Shafagh has created beautiful smiles for kids, teens, and adults. She’s well known throughout the valley for her commitment and dedication to her craft, making sure patients feel involved in their treatment and committed to their results. Every team member at Ortho Planet is trained to focus on each patient’s specific needs in a calm, welcoming environment.
Dr. Shafagh graduated from the University of Texas dental school in 1991 on a full scholarship, ranking at the top of her class, then completed an orthodontics residency at the University of the Pacific, earning her Master of Science in orthodontics in 1993, before opening her first dental practice in 1996. Since then, Dr. Shafagh has treated thousands of patients, from young children to movie stars, and continues to serve as one of the valley’s most consistent and well-known providers.
Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing pickleball, practicing yoga and meditation, gardening, and traveling whenever her schedule allows.