Dr. Satish B Alapati, DDS
EndodonticsNPI: 1497042816
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Dr. Satish Alapati holds a PhD in Oral Biology with a focus on Biomaterials from Ohio State University, an MS in Dental Materials Science, and a Certificate in Endodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He serves as an Associate Professor at UIC College of Dentistry, where his research lab advances translational work in regenerative endodontics and pulp-dentin tissue engineering. With 28 peer-reviewed publications and active grants from the NIH and private foundations, Dr. Alapati brings laboratory-level precision directly to clinical practice. His research covers three interconnected areas: the metallurgy of nickel-titanium alloys used in root canal instruments, 3D bioprinting scaffolds that promote regeneration of the tooth's living interior, and regenerative endodontic procedures for immature teeth with nerve damage or necrosis. Patients treated by Dr. Alapati benefit from a clinician who does not simply follow treatment protocols but actively designs and studies the instruments and materials he uses. His dual role as researcher and clinical endodontist places him at the intersection of current science and direct patient care.
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Education & Training
- PhD - Oral Biology (Biomaterials), Ohio State University (2006)
- MS - Dental Materials Science, Ohio State University (2003)
- Certificate – Endodontics Residency Program, University of Illinois at Chicago (2011)
- BDS - Dental Surgery, Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Karnataka, India (1996)
- GPR-Certificate, UMKC School of Dentistry, Kansas City, MO (1998)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 07/06/2011
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Technology & Equipment
- 3D Bioprinting technology
- Bioactive obturation technique for root canal systems
Beyond the Office
Associate Professor at UIC College of Dentistry
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Participation in UIC College of Dentistry's community initiatives
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