Dr. Douglas Petersen is a board-certified periodontal specialist serving patients in Edina, Minnesota. With over 20 years of experience and advanced training from the University of Minnesota and Naval Post Graduate School, Dr. Petersen specializes in treating gum disease, placing dental implants, and performing gum grafting procedures. He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology and brings a unique perspective to his practice from his 12 years serving in the U.S. Navy. Dr. Petersen is accepting new patients and enjoys spending time with his wife Wendy and their two children in the Edina area.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

Doctor of Dental Surgery (1989), University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Certificate In PeriodonticsResidency Hospital, 1998
Certificate in Periodontics (1998), Naval Post Graduate School, Bethesda, Maryland
University Of Minnesota School Of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MinnesotaMedical School, 1989

Board Certifications

Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 11/03/2006

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Areas of Focus

Dental ImplantsGum Disease (Periodontal Disease)Gum RecessionPeriodontal Cleanings (Periodontal Maintenance)ExtractionsOral BiopsyMissing Teeth

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Periodontology
Minnesota Association of Periodontists
American Dental Association

Beyond the Office

U.S. Navy service (12 years)

Resides in Edina with his wife Wendy and two children

Enjoys outdoor activities and puttering around the house

Served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years and lived around the world, including Japan and Italy

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