Dr. Ivry is originally from Russia, growing up in Riga. He moved to the United States in 1992 and settled in Santa Monica. Dr. Ivry graduated with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in Biology.  He obtained a Masters degree in Histology at Boston University.  He then went on to complete his dental education at UCLA School of Dentistry in 2010.  After receiving his Doctorate, Dr. Ivry continued his education as a resident at UCLA Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program.  He also earned a medical degree and completed a one  year internship of general surgery.