Yamen Akhras, DDS, MS
Periodontist in Naperville, IL
- Board-certified periodontist with 14+ years of clinical experience
- Advanced training in surgical implant placement and bone grafting
- Former Chief Resident at the University of Illinois at Chicago
- LANAP® and LAPIP™ laser therapy experience for complex periodontal cases
About Dr. Akhras Advanced Training, Academic Recognition, and Personal Commitment
Dr. Yamen Akhras is a board-certified periodontist serving Naperville and the surrounding communities with a focus on advanced, evidence-based periodontal and implant care. His clinical path reflects both depth of training and sustained academic achievement.
After earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota, he completed a three-year specialty residency in Periodontics at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he also served as Chief Resident. His graduate training emphasized:
Minimally invasive surgical techniques
Bone preservation and regenerative therapy
Advanced dental implant planning and placement
During this time, he was recognized with multiple academic honors, including the Dr. Leon D. Rosenfeld & Dr. Alan L. Rosenfeld Periodontics Educational Award. His master’s thesis centered on minimally invasive surgical approaches, and he remains engaged in ongoing research in implant design and long-term bone stability.
Outside the office, Dr. Akhras enjoys life in the Chicago suburbs with his wife and three sons. Whether biking, swimming, or building Lego creations with his boys, he brings the same patience and attention to detail to family life that he applies in clinical practice.
Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Leon D. Rosenfeld & Dr. Alan L. Rosenfeld Periodontics Educational Award
Awarded in recognition of academic excellence and contributions ensure in periodontal education.
Award of Appreciation for Dedicated Service as Chief Resident
Presented for leadership, mentorship, and service during his tenure as Chief Resident at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Advanced Training and Continuing Education
Bone Grafting and Regenerative Techniques
Dr. Akhras has completed extensive postgraduate education in bone grafting and biologically driven regeneration through the Urban Regeneration Institute. His training includes the Regenerator Program and the Advanced Bone Grafting Continuum, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, predictable healing, and long-term preservation of bone and supporting structures in complex cases.
Surgical Implant Placement and Restoration Planning
Through advanced coursework at the Misch Implant Institute, Dr. Akhras received in-depth training in surgical implant placement, bone grafting, and restoration. This education emphasizes comprehensive planning and decision-making that supports stable, long-term implant outcomes.
Intravenous Sedation Training
Dr. Akhras completed intravenous sedation training through the Oral Surgery Department at Georgia Regents University. This experience strengthened his clinical background in managing surgically intensive procedures and caring for patients who require advanced anesthesia support in a controlled clinical environment.
Education
Dr. Leon D. Rosenfeld & Dr. Alan L. Rosenfeld Periodontics Educational Award
Awarded in recognition of academic excellence in periodontal education.
Award of Appreciation for Dedicated Service as Chief Resident
Presented for leadership, mentorship, and service during his tenure as Chief Resident at UIC.
Periodontics Residency and Master’s Degree
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
Dr. Akhras completed a three-year advanced specialty residency in periodontics at UIC, where he also earned a master’s degree in Oral Sciences. During his residency, he served as Chief Resident from 2023 to 2024 and received multiple honors recognizing his leadership, research, and education.
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