Irina F. Drăgan
Adj. Assoc. Professor Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Lecturer, Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Bridging Worlds: From Bucharest to Boston, USA
From her roots at “Carol Davila” University to the halls of the Ivy League, Dr. Drăgan has ascended to the pinnacle of global academia. Currently an Adjunct Associate Professor at Tufts and a Lecturer at Harvard School of Dental Medicine, she bridges the gap between rigorous university research and high-level clinical care at “The Perio Studio” in Boston, redefining modern periodontology and implant dentistry.
A Visionary in Education & Oral Regeneration
Recognized as one of the “40 Under 40” by Incisal Edge and a “10 Under 10” by the Massachusetts Dental Society, Dr. Drăgan is a powerhouse of innovation. As the co-editor of the landmark textbook Newman and Carranza’s Essentials in Clinical Periodontology, she shapes modern standards of care, envisioning how the next generation understands oral regeneration and implant dentistry.
Pioneering the Future of Soft Tissue Regeneration
As a University Liaison for the prestigious McGuire Institute, she champions “Practice-Based Research,’” proving that vital discoveries happen chairside. From pioneering piscine soft tissue alternatives to integrating digital workflows, Dr. Drăgan empowers clinicians to look “Beyond the Bone,’ ensuring that every implant is supported by a healthy, biological foundation.