Yoichiro Nara, born on September 9th, 1955, in Tokyo, Japan, is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of dentistry. He obtained his D.D.S. and Ph.D. from The Nippon Dental University, where he has held various academic and administrative roles since 1984. His career includes significant contributions as a Senior Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor at the university’s Department of Operative Dentistry and later as Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Adhesive Dentistry. In 2023, he became an Emeritus Professor at The Nippon Dental University. Dr. Nara’s research focuses on adhesive dentistry, particularly the bonding performance of dental materials. He has published extensively and holds memberships in several prestigious dental associations, reflecting his leadership and influence in the field of esthetic and adhesive dentistry in Japan and internationally.
Professional Profile:
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Education:
Yoichiro Nara earned his D.D.S. and Ph.D. degrees from The Nippon Dental University in Tokyo, Japan. His academic journey began with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, after which he pursued doctoral studies at the same institution, specializing in dentistry. Dr. Nara’s educational foundation from The Nippon Dental University provided him with a comprehensive understanding of dental sciences and laid the groundwork for his illustrious career in academic and research leadership within the field of dentistry.
Work Experience:
Yoichiro Nara’s distinguished career at The Nippon Dental University spans several pivotal roles over nearly four decades. He began as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Operative Dentistry from 1984 to 1987, advancing to Senior Assistant Professor from 1987 to 2001. During this period, he also served as Vice Director of Educational Affairs from 2001 to 2004. Dr. Nara further progressed to become an Associate Professor in the Department of Endodontics and Operative Dentistry from 2001 to 2003, and subsequently assumed the role of Professor from 2003 to 2012. Concurrently, he held the position of Executive Director of Educational Affairs from 2004 to 2012. In 2012, Dr. Nara transitioned to Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Adhesive Dentistry, where he continued to lead and innovate until his appointment as Emeritus Professor in 2023. Throughout his tenure, Dr. Nara has been a pillar of academic excellence and leadership at The Nippon Dental University, significantly shaping the field of dentistry through his research, teaching, and administrative contributions.
Publication Top Notes:
- “Appropriate Immediate Dentin Sealing to Improve the Bonding of CAD/CAM Ceramic Crown Restorations” by Nakazawa, M., Maeno, M., Komoto, M., Nara, Y.
- Journal: Polymers, 2022, 14(21), 4541
- Citations: 5
- “The effect of additional photochemical treatments on the bonding of silanized CAD/CAM ceramic restorations after water-storage” by Komoto, M., Maseki, T., Nara, Y.
- Journal: Odontology, 2021, 109(3), pp. 585–595
- Citations: 3
- “The effect of space setting values and restorative block materials on the bonding of metal-free CAD/CAM onlay restorations” by Tokita, C., Maeno, M., Nara, Y.
- Journal: Dental Materials Journal, 2021, 40(4), pp. 994–1006
- Citations: 3
- “Effect of differences in the type of restoration and adhesive resin cement system on the bonding of CAD/CAM ceramic restorations” by Koshida, S., Maeno, M., Nara, Y.
- Journal: Dental Materials Journal, 2020, 39(6), pp. 1022–1032
- Citations: 8
- “Influence of immediate dentin sealing and temporary restoration on the bonding of CAD/CAM ceramic crown restoration” by Hayashi, K., Maeno, M., Nara, Y.
- Journal: Dental Materials Journal, 2019, 38(6), pp. 970–980
- Citations: 18