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Dr. Ronald B. Orr Dr. Ronald B. Orr grew up in Belmont, Massachusetts. He graduated from Northwestern University Dental School where he completed an Honors periodontics program. He received a Masters of Public Health from Harvard University where he was awarded the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fellowship in health policy and management. He received his postdoctoral clinical certificate in Periodontology from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Periodontology at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He is married with one son and enjoys fishing, golf, skiing, and travel.
 
Affiliations:

American Dental Association
American Academy of Periodontology
Academy of Osseointegration
Massachusetts Dental Society, Middlesex District (Chairperson 2001-2002)
Massachusetts Periodontal Society
Delta Dental Plan of Massachusetts, Corporate Member, as well as Professional Advisory Committee Member
Licensure and Certification:

Massachusetts Dental License 1983
Northeast Regional Boards 1983

Our Staff

Diana - Practice Administrator - Belmont Periodontics Diana - Practice Administrator - with Dr. Orr since 1986. Highly knowledgeable about practice management software and insurance issues. Diana will be happy to help you with any special scheduling, insurance or other financial concerns. Diana's warmth and professionalism is readily apparent to all that interact with her. She studies yoga and is an avid reader.
   
Kathy - Dental Assistant - Belmont Periodontics Kathy - Dental Assistant - with our practice since 1999. We are lucky to have such an experienced surgical assistant. Kathy joined the practice after assisting and managing the Faculty Group practice at Tufts Dental School for last 15 years. She follows all major sports and is a master of sports trivia.
   
Steve - Dental Hygienist - Belmont Periodontics Steve - Dental Hygienist - graduated from the hygiene program at Middlesex Community College with a 3.9 GPA. A Phi Theta Kappa member, his regional board scores were 95 on the written and a 100 on the clinical. While at school he also earned his certification in local anesthesia. Steve brings a high degree of professionalism to his position having worked in other fields prior to his current career in hygiene. He is married to an elementary school teacher, has one son, and enjoys music and exercise.
   
Laura - Front Desk Laura - Front Desk - with the practice since 2006. Grew up in Watertown and now living there with her husband and three sons. Currently attending nursing school. She enjoys sports of all kinds, especially watching her boys play hockey and baseball.
 


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Early intervention is the key to preventing advanced periodontal disease and tooth loss. In our office you get the benefit of highly trained specialists and office staff in the field of periodontology. Some other advantages our professionals offer include:
  • Focused Care: Our office only treats periodontal disease and related disorders which has allowed us to develop enormous experience and knowledge to help your specific problem. Since we routinely treat these conditions, we deliver optimal results with the greatest comfort. We also provide exceptional preventive services to help avoid future need for treatment.
  • Educational Services: Our specialists help you understand the nature of periodontal disease. We want you to be aware of the medical conditions that can make you more susceptible such as diabetes, stress, smoking, medications or pregnancy. We take time to answer any questions you may have.
  • Skill and Expertise: Our specialists have received advanced training in dentistry, medicine, surgery, microbiology, and soft and hard tissue (gum and jawbone) physiology. In addition, we continually update our knowledge and techniques through a commitment to continuing education. By seeking the care of our specialists, you are insuring that you receive the highest standards of treatment in our field of dentistry.