Dr. Morgan A. Atanasio, DDS, MDS
Periodontist | Periodontics
116 Millburn Ave #204 Millburn NJ, 07041About
Dr. Morgan Atanasio is a board-certified periodontist and implant surgeon practicing in Millburn, NJ, where she specializes in periodontal surgery, dental implants, LASER therapy, tooth extractions, gum grafting, and bone grafting. As a periodontist, Dr. Atanasio focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease and supporting the long-term health of the structures that surround your teeth. Known for her patient-first approach, Dr. Atanasio combines surgical expertise with modern techniques to help patients achieve confident, healthy smiles.
Education and Training
Touro College of Dental Medici Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) 2020
Rutgers School of Dental Medic Periodontics 2023
Board Certification
American Board of Periodontology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- OKU 2020 Touro College of Dental Medicine
- Pierre Fauchard Academy Award Recipient 2020 Touro College of Dental Medicine
- Most Valuable Oarswoman 2014 William Smith College Athletics
- Melissa Mulliken Award Recipient 2014 William Smith College Athletics
- Dental Student Award for Achievement in Periodontology 2020 American Academy of Periodontology
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Pierre Fauchard Academy
Treatments
- Periodontal surgery, LASER- assisted periodontal therapy, dental implants, hard and soft tissue augmentation, crown lengthening, sinus augmentation, soft tissue biopsies.
Professional Society Memberships
- ADAAAPNJDAEssex County Dental Association NESPNJSPID
Professional Affiliations
- TCDM Alumni Association - VP & Social Media ChairTCDM Admissions - Volunteer NJSPID- TrusteeNJDA- New Dentist Committee & Council on Membership
What do you attribute your success to?
- My competitive athletic background and leadership training, my husband, family & friends, my coaches and mentors, my colleagues. It truly takes a village.
Areas of research
- MIP-1a as a possible predictor of peri-implantitis (PI- Dr. Daniel Fine, RSDM)
Awards
- OKU Dental Honor SocietyPierre Fauchard Academy
Teaching and speaking
- Mentor for aspiring dentists and periodontists
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Anywhere near a beautiful body of water!
Hobbies / Sports
- Rowing, group fitness, reading, traveling, trying new local restaurants and supporting small businesses.
Dr. Morgan A. Atanasio, DDS, MDS's Practice location
Periodontics and Implant Center - Millburn
116 Millburn Ave #204 -Millburn, NJ 07041Get Direction
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