Dr. Taylor Y. Wang, Periodontist

Dr. Taylor Y. Wang

  • Board-Certified Periodontist

  • LANAP-Certified Provider

  • Language: English, Mandarin (Chinese), Taiwanese

Dr. Wang is a board-certified periodontist with advanced training and extensive experience in both clinical care and academic research. Originally from Taiwan, she earned a Master of Science degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Taipei Veterans General Hospital, where she also received comprehensive training in general dentistry.

Dr. Wang later completed a residency in Periodontology at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where she earned an additional Master of Science degree. She went on to serve as a full-time faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine until 2022 and continues to be affiliated with Penn as an Assistant Professor of Periodontics.

With a strong background in both basic science and clinical research, Dr. Wang has published peer-reviewed articles and served as a reviewer for professional journals. Her clinical expertise includes a wide range of periodontal procedures, such as pocket reduction surgery, laser periodontal therapy (LANAP certified), esthetic and functional crown lengthening, regenerative treatments, soft tissue grafting, and dental implant therapy.

Patients appreciate Dr. Wang’s precise surgical skills, personalized approach to care, and commitment to long-term oral health.

  • A board-certified periodontist is a dental specialist who has completed advanced training in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease and dental implants, and has passed rigorous examinations administered by the American Board of Periodontology. This distinction reflects the highest level of achievement and dedication in the field.

Education

  • D.M.D., University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

  • M.S., Periodontics, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

  • Certificate in Periodontics, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

  • M.D.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan

  • D.D.S., Taipei Medical University, Taiwan

Honors / Credentials

  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Periodontics, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

  • Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology, 2018 – Present

  • Educator Award, American Academy of Periodontology, 2018

  • Reviewer, Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research, 2018 – Present

  • Dr. D. Walter Cohen Teaching Award, American Academy Periodontology Foundation, 2017

  • The Melvin L. Morris Periodontal Research Fellowship Award, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, 2017

  • 1st place award of the Birnberg Research Symposium, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, 2017

  • The Kenneth L. Siegel Scholarship Award in Postdoctoral Periodontics, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, 2016