Dr. Frank Oppenheim is a periodontics specialist with nearly 20 years of experience helping patients in Cambridge, MA. He holds both a DMD and PhD, giving him unique expertise in understanding how the mouth naturally defends itself against disease and infection. Dr. Oppenheim is a Professor Emeritus at Boston University's dental school, where he leads cutting-edge research using advanced technology like nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometry to study protective proteins in saliva. His deep scientific knowledge combined with clinical experience means he brings the latest discoveries directly to patient care. Dr. Oppenheim is accepting new patients.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

DMD, University of Zurich (Switzerland)
DMD, CAGS, PhD, Boston University

Credential: D.M.D., PH.D.

NPI registered: 09/26/2007

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Areas of Focus

Salivary proteins and host defense mechanismsAnti-bacterial and anti-fungal researchOral cavity protein structure and functionHistatin proteinsProline-rich proteinsStatherinMineral homeostasisHard and soft tissue protectionDe- and re-mineralization processesMicrobial colonization

Technology & Equipment

NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance)
Mass spectrometry
Proteomics approaches

Beyond the Office

Faculty at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

Professor Emeritus of Translational Dental Medicine

Research leadership in oral biology

Mentorship of postdoctoral fellows through NIDCR Training Program

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