Leonardo Nassani, DMD, MBA, MSc
Dental Degree
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, 2019
MS/Specialty
University of Greater Manchester, 2026, Master of Science Specialist Practice of Digital Dentistry
Youngstown State University, 2023, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Business Healthcare Management
Case Western Reserve University, 2020, Advanced Education in General Dentistry
Diplomate
Chair of Continuing Dental Education, Academy of General Dentistry Quebec
President of the Columbus Dental Society 2026
Dr. Nassani earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from McGill University and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at Case Western Reserve University. He also holds an MBA in Healthcare Management from Youngstown State University and an M.Sc. in Specialist Practice of Digital Dentistry from the University of Greater Manchester, UK.
Dr. Nassani is the Assistant Dean for Digital Dentistry and Advanced Technology and serves as a member of several college committees, including the Digital Dentistry Initiative Committee. As a Restorative Dentistry course director, he contributes to curriculum development for restorative and prosthodontics courses and directs didactic teaching in digital dentistry. Dr. Nassani is the Chair of Continuing Education at the Quebec Academy of General Dentistry, Chair of the Ohio Dental Association Education and Licensure Committee, and President of the Columbus Dental Society.
Sports Dentistry, Restorative, Prosthodontics, Dental Education, Ethics, Healthcare Management and Administration
Nassani LM, Hammoudeh HS, Lang LA, Saponaro PC, Barnett SD, Hsieh YL, et al. Effect of different medications on implant complications and success rate: A retrospective study. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2026.05.009
Nassani LM, Bencharit S, Schumacher F, Mandarano NA, Place LA, Fernandes GVdO. Comparative analysis of dental students’ preferences and satisfaction with procedures and outcomes using resin 3D-printing and conventional methods for provisional restoration fabrication. Dent Med Probl. 2026;63(2):349–356. doi:10.17219/dmp/203641
Nassani LM, Buchanan N, Mohamed Z, Kania T. Integrating AI and Into Dental Hygiene Documentation Education. Journal of Dental Education, 2025 Nov 18.
Amer RS, Smith GL, Bauer GR, Clark DS, Azer SS, Nassani LM. A modified additive manufacturing injection molding technique for enhanced soft tissue management and cervical adaptation in anterior composite resin restorations. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2025 Nov 3.
Lang L, Hammoudeh H, Barnett SD, Nassani LM, Hsieh YL, Azer SS, Saponaro PC. Evaluation Endosseous Dental Implants success Rate, Adverse Events, and Associated Risk Factors: A Retrospective Study. The International journal of oral & maxillofacial implants.:1-30. 2025 Jun 23. DOI: 10.11607/jomi.11345
Nassani LM, Amer RS, Azer SS, Clark DS, Ezzeddine K. A Complete Digital Workflow Using the Additive Manufacturing Injection Molding (AMIM) Technique for Polychromatic Anterior Resin Composite Restorations. Cureus. 2025 Apr 25.
Sawangsri K, Leelaluk S, Ellakany P, Wade AB, Eid HW, Zaitseva D, Nassani LM, Hammoudeh HS. Impact of operator experience, scanning pattern, and arch location on the time and trueness of complete denture digitization using an intraoral scanner. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2025 Apr 10.
Sawangsri K, Bekkali M, Lutz N, Alrashed S, Hsieh YL, Lai YC, Arreaza C, Nassani LM, Hammoudeh HS. Acceptability and deviation of finish line detection and restoration contour design in single-unit crown: Comparative evaluation between 2 AI-based CAD software programs and dental laboratory technicians. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2025 Apr 14.
Hammoudeh HS, Lang LA, Saponaro PC, Barnett SD, Nassani LM, Azer SA, Hsieh YL. Effect of implant loading protocols and associated factors on the success rate of implant therapy: A retrospective clinical study. The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. 2025 Jan 2. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prosdent.2024.12.005
Nassani LM, Cottle JH, Shoemaker SL, Robinson FG. Integrating CO2 lasers in dental education: Addressing safety, compliance, and curriculum. J Dent Educ. 2024;1-3. https://doi.org/10.1002/jdd.13804
Nassani LM, Samuel Storts, Irina Novopoltseva, Lauren Ann Place, Matthew Fogarty, Pete Schupska (2024). Impact Absorption Power of Polyolefin Fused Filament Fabrication 3D-Printed Sports Mouthguards: In Vitro Study. Dental Traumatology. https://doi.org/10.1111/edt.13001
Nassani LM, Javed K, Amer RS, Pun MHJ, Abdelkarim AZ, Fernandes GVO. Technology Readiness Level of Robotic Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review. Surgeries. 2024; 5(2):273-287. https://doi.org/10.3390/surgeries5020025
Nassani LM, Azer SS, McDermitt JP, Robinson FG. Dentistry and Engineering: Interdisciplinary 3D Printing Education. J Dent Educ.2024;1-3. https://doi.org/10.1002/jdd.13521
Nassani LM, Bencharit S, Schumacher F, Lu W-E, Resende R, Fernandes GVO. The Impact of Technology Teaching in the Dental Predoctoral Curriculum on Students’ Perception of Digital Dentistry. Dentistry Journal. 2024; 12(3):75. https://doi.org/10.3390/dj12030075
Raso G, Santos NBMd, Nassani LM, Mello-Moura ACV, Fernandes JCH, Fernandes GVO. The Influence of Root Prominence on the Onset of Gingival Recession: A Systematic Review. Surgeries. 2024; 5(1):103-114. https://doi.org/10.3390/surgeries5010012
Touyz L.Z.G. , Nassani L.M. The Imperative for Establishing Palliative Dentistry as a Sub-Specialized Field: A critical appraisal and proposal. E.C. Dental Science. 2024, 23;3:01-04.
Fernandes, G. V. O., Ferreira, N. D. R. N., Heboyan, A., Nassani, L. M., Pereira, R. M. A., & Fernandes, J. C. H. (2023). Clinical Assessment of Short (> 6 mm and ≤ 8.5 mm) Implants in Posterior Sites with an Average Follow-Up of 74 Months: A Retrospective Study. The International journal of oral & maxillofacial implants, 38(5), 915–926. https://doi.org/10.11607/jomi.10197
Fernandes G. V. O, Nassani L. M. The implementation of CAD/CAM technology at Schools of Dentistry: A short communication. Enviro Dental Journal 2023; 5(1). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.12944/EDJ.05.01.03
Leonardo M. Nassani, Juliana C.H. Fernandes, Gustavo V.O. Fernandes, Louis Z.G. Touyz, Herpes gladiatorum in sports: an appraisal for health care worker and team dentists, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine, and Pathology, 2023, ISSN 2212-5558, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajoms.2023.02.005.
Fernandes, P.R.E.; Otero, A.I.P.; Fernandes, J.C.H.; Nassani, L.M.; Castilho, R.M.; de Oliveira Fernandes, G.V. Clinical Performance Comparing Titanium and Titanium–Zirconium or Zirconia Dental Implants: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Dent. J. 2022, 10, 83. https://doi.org/10.3390/dj10050083
Otero, A.I.P.; Fernandes, J.C.H.; Borges, T.; Nassani, L.; Castilho, R.d.M.; Fernandes, G.V.d.O. Sinus Lift Associated with Leucocyte-Platelet-Rich Fibrin (Second Generation) for Bone Gain: A Systematic Review. J. Clin. Med. 2022, 11,1888. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11071888
Touyz L.Z.G., Nassani L.M. Herpes Viruses: An Appraisal, Clinical Reports and Insights. Journal of Orofacial Research. 2021 Oct; 10(4):53-58
Nassani L.M., Nassani M., Touyz L.Z.G. Post-Operative Intraoral Herpes Infection of the Hard palate – An appraisal and Case Report. Japan Journal of Medical Science. 2021 Jul; 2: 79-83
Touyz LZG and Nassani LM. Application of IARTI and Ameliorating Principles to Improve Compliance and Completion of Treatment in General Dental Practice. Dental Research and Management. 2021 Jun; Vol 5 Issue 1.
Touyz LZG, Nassani LM. Affirmation: Fluoridated Water Reduces Caries in Children. Journal of Pediatric Dentistry and Hygiene. 2019 Aug; Vol. 1 article 3.
Touyz Louis ZG, Nassani Leonardo M. Fluoridated water DMFT compared with Non-fluoridated DMFT in the greater Montreal area. A clinical epidemiological study. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2019 May; Vol. 8 issue 6.
Louis ZG Touyz, Leonardo M. Nassani, Sarah JJ Touyz. Patterns of Hard Tissue Dental Abfractions as Indicators of Extrinsic Etiologies. Scientific Archives of Dental Sciences. 2019 Mar; Volume 2 Issue 3.
Louis ZG Touyz, Leonardo M. Nassani. Acidity and Dental Erosion from Apple and Grape Juice (An in vitro and in vivo Report). International Journal of Oral and Dental Health. 2018 Sep; Vol 4 issue 2.
Louis ZG Touyz, Leonardo M. Nassani, Sarah JJ Touyz. Acidic and Alcoholic Beverages and Teeth, with Clinical Advisories. EC Dental Science. 2018 Sep; Vol 17 issue 10.
Louis ZG Touyz, Leonardo M. Nassani, Sarah JJ Touyz. Alcohol in the Diet; an Appraisal of Its Relation to Illness. Forensic Science and Addiction Research. 2018 May; Vol. 3 issue 2.
Louis Touyz, Leonardo M Nassani. Is black tea (Camellia sinensis) bacteriostatic against Streptococcus mutans? International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research. 2018 Mar; Vol 2 issue 03.
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