Ali J. Abdallah, BDS, CAGS, DScD, FACP

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Leading the Future of Prosthodontics at Boston University Dental Health Center and Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

Boston, Massachusetts – The Boston University Dental Health Center proudly announces the exceptional contributions of Ali J. Abdallah, BDS, CAGS, DScD, FACP, a distinguished prosthodontics specialist. Located at 930 Commonwealth Avenue on Boston University’s Charles River Campus, he offers an array of restorative dental procedures that prioritize both function and aesthetics, ensuring patients receive comprehensive and cutting-edge care.

Dr. Abdallah has played a pivotal role in enhancing the dental health center’s capabilities, particularly with the recent expansion of its treatment facility. The center now features a state-of-the-art oral surgery suite and digital X-rays in each operatory, further solidifying its commitment to utilizing the latest technology for optimal patient outcomes. As a multi-specialty practice, the Boston University Dental Health Center employs a team of experts trained in various fields, including orthodontics, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, implantology, oral surgery, endodontics, and general dentistry.

A native of Beirut, Lebanon, Dr. Abdallah is not only a clinician but also an academic leader. He serves as the Assistant Academic Director and Clinical Assistant Professor in the postgraduate Prosthodontics Division of the Restorative Sciences and Biomaterials Department at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM). His journey began at the Faculty of Dentistry of Beirut Arab University, where he graduated in 2016. Following dental school, he relocated to Boston to pursue a five-year residency in prosthodontics at GSDM, earning his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.) and Doctor of Science in Dentistry (D.Sc.D.) in 2021. 

Dr. Abdallah’s groundbreaking doctoral research focused on high-strength polymers as innovative prosthetic materials for full-mouth rehabilitation, earning him the prestigious David J. Baraban Award for Excellence in 2020 and the American Dental Association’s 2022 John W. Stanford New Investigator Award. He currently directs the postdoctoral Prosthodontics program, supervising clinical care and mentoring residents in biomaterials research, further enriching the academic environment at Boston University.

In 2023, Dr. Abdallah achieved Diplomate status with the American Board of Prosthodontics, affirming his expertise and dedication to the field. His contributions continue to shape the future of prosthodontics, making a significant impact on patient care and education at the Boston University Dental Health Center and Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.

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