Dr. Richard Finlayson is a board-certified periodontist in San Antonio with 20 years of experience treating gum disease and related dental problems. He spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Air Force as a dentist and periodontist before his civilian practice, and he currently teaches periodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Finlayson specializes in advanced procedures like bone grafting and periodontal regeneration to help restore your gums and bone health. He stays at the forefront of his field by using the latest bone grafting materials and regenerative techniques. Dr. Finlayson is accepting new patients and welcomes the opportunity to help you achieve a healthier smile.

Specialties

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PeriodonticsPrimary
Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

Certificate in General Practice Dental Residency - Davis Mountain US Air Force Hospital, Az (1976)
Certificate in Periodontics - Wilford Hall United States Air Force Medical Center (1984)
DDS - University of Texas Dental Branch (1975)

Board Certifications

Board-certified periodontist

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 08/02/2006

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Areas of Focus

PeriodonticsPeriodontal regenerationBone graftingClinical surgical trainingDental hard and soft tissuesInflammation and inflammatory mediators

Technology & Equipment

Bone grafting materials and techniques
Regenerative techniques and materials

Beyond the Office

Clinical Assistant Professor - University of Texas Health Science Center, Periodontics, San Antonio (since 5/2008)

Teaching in Graduate Periodontics Program at UT Health San Antonio (part-time)

Teaching in GPR, AEGD, and Graduate Periodontics programs for 24 years

Pre-Doctoral Student Supervision at UTHSCSA

Multiple graduate periodontics instructional roles at UT Health San Antonio

Served 23 years in the U.S. Air Force as both a general dentist and a periodontist

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