Dr. Edwin J Zinman, DDS
PeriodonticsNPI: 1205947702
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Dr. Edwin Zinman is a board-certified periodontist with 20 years of experience helping patients in San Francisco maintain healthy gums and teeth. He specializes in treating dry mouth caused by medications and preventing tooth decay, using advanced techniques like fluoride varnish and personalized risk assessments. Dr. Zinman is recognized throughout the dental field for developing the term "MIX Disease" to describe medication-induced dry mouth—a term now used by dental educators nationwide. He is actively involved in the California Dental Association and is accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
Board Certifications
- DDS
- JD
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 08/31/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- fluoride varnish application
- prescription fluoride toothpaste
- CAMBRA (Caries Management by Risk Assessment)
Professional Memberships
- California Dental Association
Beyond the Office
Published article in California Dental Association Journal
Dental educator (MIX disease term adopted by many dental educators)
Coined the term 'MIX Disease' (Medication Induced Xerostomia) which has been adopted by dental educators
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