Dr. Christopher Vincent Hughes, D.M.D.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1306911839
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Dr. Christopher Hughes is a pediatric dentist with over 20 years of experience caring for children's teeth and gums in Roxbury, MA. He earned his dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania and went on to earn a PhD in Microbiology and a specialized certificate in pediatric dentistry, giving him deep expertise in how to keep young smiles healthy. Dr. Hughes believes that the best dental care focuses on prevention and education rather than just fixing problems after they happen, and he works to help families understand how to care for their children's teeth at home. He is also a teacher and leader in his field, serving as a Chair of Pediatric Dentistry at Boston University's dental school and providing care at Boston Medical Center and Franciscan Children's Hospital.
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Education & Training
- DMD, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania (1982)
- PhD in Microbiology, Georgetown University (1991)
- Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry, Case Western Reserve University (1985)
Credential: D.M.D.
NPI registered: 11/21/2006
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Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- Massachusetts Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (Past President)
- Editorial Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Beyond the Office
Associate Professor and Chair of Pediatric Dentistry Department at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Attending staff member at Boston Medical Center
Attending staff member at Franciscan Children's Hospital
Medical Missions for Children team member in Quito, Ecuador (2001, 2002)
Assistant Clinical Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry (1984-85)
Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Oral Microbiology at Indiana University School of Dentistry (1990-93)
Authored numerous publications and presented nationally and internationally on pediatric dentistry topics
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