Dr. Joel Dunsky, DDS

Endodontics

NPI: 1902967250

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Contact Information

Address

1 WASHINGTON ST
SUITE 103
Wellesley, MA 02481

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Fax

(781) 235-7901

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(1 review)
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About This Provider

Dr. Joel Dunsky is a specialist in endodontics—the branch of dentistry that treats root canals and severe tooth pain—and has been practicing for 20 years in Wellesley, MA. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and a Fellow of both the International College of Dentists and the American College of Dentists, recognizing his expertise and dedication to his field. Dr. Dunsky specializes in root canal treatment, endodontic surgery, retreatment of previous root canals, cracked teeth, and treatment of dental trauma. Beyond his practice, he teaches endodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Tufts University, sharing his knowledge with the next generation of dentists. His practice philosophy centers on making patients comfortable and gentle while treating their severe dental pain and infections, and he is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

  • 1
    EndodonticsPrimary

    Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

  • 1965 BS, University of Detroit
  • 1960 DDS, University of Detroit School of Dentistry
  • 1962 Certificate in Endodontics, Boston University School of Medicine
  • 1961 GPR, Sinai Hospital, Detroit

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate, American Board of Endodontics

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 12/12/2006

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Areas of Focus

Root Canal TreatmentEndodontic or Apical SurgeryEndodontic RetreatmentCracked TeethPulpotomyDental TraumaRegenerative EndodonticsDental ImplantsDental Emergencies

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow, International College of Dentists
  • Fellow, American College of Dentists
  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society

Awards & Recognition

  • Fellow, International College of Dentists
  • Fellow, American College of Dentists
  • Phi Sigma Delta Chapter Academic Award
  • Teaching Excellence Award, Harvard School of Dental Medicine
  • The Dr. Joel L. Dunsky Predoctoral Award in Endodontics, established at Harvard School of Dental Medicine
  • Lifetime Achievement Award, Harvard School of Dental Medicine Endodontic Study Group

Beyond the Office

Assistant Clinical Professor and Chair, Former Director of Predoctoral Endodontics, Department of Endodontics, Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Assistant Dean for Administration, Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Teaching at Forsyth Dental Center, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and Harvard School of Dental Medicine

25 months active duty as captain in United States Army posted to Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas and Fort Dix, New Jersey

Grew up in Detroit, Michigan

Served on a Cleft Lip and Palate team at Sinai Hospital during internship

Relocated to Boston area with wife Patricia and daughter Cynthia

Has three children and nine grandchildren, ranging in age from 17-month-old twins to a 21-year-old college senior

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