Dr. Keiko Watanabe
PeriodonticsNPI: 1255544383
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Dr. Keiko Watanabe is a periodontics specialist in Chicago with 19 years of experience treating gum disease, dental implants, and related conditions. She is board-certified in both periodontology and dental implant surgery, and she has deep expertise in how gum disease connects to overall health conditions like diabetes. Dr. Watanabe brings a unique research background—she earned a PhD in molecular genetics and has contributed important scientific discoveries about how oral bacteria affect systemic disease. As a Professor Emerita at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry, she combines cutting-edge knowledge with compassionate patient care. She is currently accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- BS in Biological Science, University of Southern California, 1976
- PhD in Molecular Genetics, University of Illinois Chicago, 2000
- MS in Biological Chemistry, University of Illinois Chicago, 1987
- DDS, University of Southern California, 1983
- Certificate in Periodontics, University of Illinois Chicago, 1986
Board Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Dental Implant Surgery Dentistry
- Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology
NPI registered: 05/07/2007
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Professional Memberships
- American Board of Periodontology
Beyond the Office
Professor Emerita, Department of Periodontics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry
Research contributions to oral science and systemic disease understanding
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