Scientific Publications
Prof. Dr. Wael Att has authored or co-authored more than 150 peer-reviewed scientific publications across the core journals of implant dentistry and prosthodontics. His published work covers osseointegration, implant surface technology, soft-tissue integration, CAD/CAM prosthetics, full-arch implant rehabilitation, digital workflows, and long-term outcomes of implant-supported restorations.
Journals Where Dr. Att Has Published
Dr. Att’s work appears regularly in the flagship journals of the specialty, including:
- Clinical Oral Implants Research
- The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants
- The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
- The International Journal of Prosthodontics
- Clinical Implant Dentistry & Related Research
- The International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
- Dental Materials
- Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
- European Journal of Oral Implantology
Primary Research Themes
1. Implant Surface Technology and Osseointegration
A significant portion of Dr. Att’s published research examines how implant surface chemistry and topography influence bone integration — the foundational biological event that determines whether an implant will succeed for decades or fail within years.
2. Zirconia Ceramic Implants
Dr. Att has been a contributor to the body of clinical and pre-clinical evidence on zirconia implants as a biocompatible alternative to titanium — including soft-tissue response, long-term survival rates, and prosthetic design considerations.
3. Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation and the STAR Concept™
Research on immediate loading protocols, digital planning for full-arch cases, and the biomechanical design of fixed implant prosthetics underpins the STAR Concept™ — a full-arch immediate reconstruction protocol co-developed by Prof. Dr. Wael Att and David Norré.
4. CAD/CAM Prosthetics and Digital Workflows
Dr. Att has published extensively on intraoral scanning accuracy, digital impression workflows, monolithic zirconia restorations, and the transition from analog to fully digital prosthodontic practice.
5. Aesthetic Outcomes and Anterior Implant Restoration
The aesthetic zone is the most demanding region of implant dentistry. Dr. Att’s work on soft-tissue biotype, pink aesthetic scores, emergence profile design, and material selection has shaped how modern implantologists approach anterior cases.
Textbook and Chapter Contributions
Beyond primary journal publications, Dr. Att has contributed chapters and edited sections in several of the standard reference texts used by prosthodontic residents and implant training programs worldwide. These contributions are part of what makes him not only a clinician but an educator of clinicians.
How This Translates to Your Treatment
A clinician who has published 170+ peer-reviewed articles has had his work reviewed, challenged, and refined by thousands of independent scientists. That level of peer accountability is not something any operator accrues without genuine expertise. For patients at our Boston practice, this translates into treatment plans built on the same evidence base that is shaping the future of implant dentistry worldwide. Request a consultation to discuss your case.
Clinical Topics Informed by This Work
- How to Choose an Implant Dentist in Boston
- Prosthodontist vs. Periodontist vs. Oral Surgeon
- Digital Smile Design Explained
- CBCT Scans for Dental Implants
- Guided vs. Freehand Implant Surgery
- Zirconia vs. Titanium Implants