Meet The Team

Dr. Sam S. Atlasi, D.D.S. M.S.

Periodontist

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (2016)
  University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (2022)
  University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MN
• Certificate in Periodontics (2025)
  Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
• Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (2025)
  Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Special Professional Interests

I chose periodontics as my specialty because of its unique blend of precision and artistry. The field truly represents a fusion of both science and art, allowing me to apply my skills in a way that is both technically challenging and creatively rewarding. One of the most fulfilling aspects of periodontics is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with my patients while witnessing the transformative results of treatment in a relatively short time. It’s incredibly gratifying to see the positive impact on my patients’ oral health and overall well-being.

Outside of the office, I love immersing myself in nature through hiking and biking or simply spending quality time with my family and friends. On days when I’m in more of an indoorsy mood, you’ll often find me enjoying a good game of chess. I also have a strong passion for discovering new flavors, so I’m always on the lookout for new restaurants and cuisines to try. I enjoy exploring new places—whether it’s through spontaneous road trips or traveling to unfamiliar destinations whenever I get the chance!

Professional Activities

• American Academy of Periodontology
• American Dental Association
• Minnesota Association of Periodontists

Publications & Presentations

• “Marginal Bone Level Changes Around Implants and Neighboring Teeth in Relation to Implant Position.”
  Sam S. Atlasi, Daniel A. Assad, Sarah K. Lee, Elise W. Sarvas, Nathaniel D. Warner, Thomas J. Salinas, Miao Xian Zhou.
  Thesis Project at Mayo Clinic, 2025.
• “Gingival Fibromatosis-Progressive Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Case Report”
  S. Atlasi, D. Assad, C. Zhou.
  Poster Presentation at Mayo Clinic, 2024.
• “Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in Dentistry”
  S. S. Atlasi, S. Steeds, C. Zhou.
  Poster Presentation at Mayo Clinic, 2023.
• “EpCAM Expression Distinguishes Migratory Dendritic Cell Types in Lymph Nodes”
  S. Atlasi, P. Bittner-Eddy, V. P. Parachuru, L. Fischer, and M. Costalonga.
  Poster Presentation at University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, 2020.
• Zhang D, Atlasi SS, Patel KK, Zhuang Z, Heaney AP.
  “False responses of Renilla luciferase reporter control to nuclear receptor TR4.”
  Mol Cell Biochem. 2017 Jun;430(1-2):139-147.
  DOI: 10.1007/s11010-017-2961-9.
  Epub 2017 Feb 16. PMID: 28210900.
• “Testicular Receptor 4 (TR4) Role in Gene Regulation and Neuroendocrine Tumor (NET) Growth and Progression”
  S. S. Atlasi, D. Zhang, and A. Heaney.
  Poster Presentation at University of California, Los Angeles, 2016.