Dr. Michael D Palys, DMD
PeriodonticsNPI: 1194808683
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Dr. Michael Palys is a periodontist based in Cambridge, MA, with 20 years of experience treating gum disease and helping patients maintain healthy smiles. He earned his dental degree from Temple University School of Dentistry and completed advanced training with a Master's degree from Harvard School of Dental Medicine, bringing specialized expertise in periodontics and dental implants. Beyond his patient care, Dr. Palys is dedicated to education and research—he teaches dental hygiene students and residents at the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene and actively contributes to cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He is a member of leading dental organizations including the American Academy of Periodontology and the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Palys is accepting new patients.
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Education & Training
- BA from Temple University
- Masters of Medical Science (MMSc) from Harvard School of Dental Medicine
- DMD from Temple University School of Dentistry
Credential: DMD
NPI registered: 10/20/2006
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Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Periodontology
- International Association for Dental Research
- American Association for Dental Research
- Academy of Osseointegration
Beyond the Office
Clinical instructor at Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene
Clinical instructor in Forsyth Dental Center's Periodontal Residency Program
Research volunteer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology
Staff periodontist at Harvard University Health Services (20+ years)
Instructor in the predoctoral program at Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Research fellow in the Department of Periodontology at Harvard
Clinical research investigator at Boston Oral Health Clinical Resource Center
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