• Dr. Akhtar earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He completed his specialty residency in Prosthodontics at Boston University, where he received a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS), with a focus on complex restorative treatment, implant prosthodontics, and full-mouth rehabilitation.

  • Dr. Akhtar serves as a full-time Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He is the course director for the Complete Denture among other courses and actively mentors residents in advanced prosthodontics and implant dentistry.

    He also holds an appointment as Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University, where he works closely with AEGD residents, teaching surgical and prosthetic implant techniques as well as comprehensive esthetic and restorative planning. Dr. Akhtar is recognized for integrating digital tools and clinical artistry into his teaching, bridging innovation with prosthodontic fundamentals.

    • American Dental Education Association

    • Massachusetts Dental Society

    • Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity

    • International Society of Dentists – President

    • Excellence in Clinical Teaching – Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

    • Multiple research grants awarded in the field of implant dentistry

    • Invited speaker for national and regional continuing education programs

Dr. Taha Akhtar

Dr. Akhtar is a surgically trained prosthodontist with a passion for full-arch rehabilitation, veneers, full-mouth reconstructions, and digitally guided implant surgery. As a faculty member at Tufts University and an international speaker for Nobel Biocare, he brings academic depth and clinical precision to every case.

Patients and colleagues value his calm, detail-driven approach and his ability to communicate complex treatment plans in a clear and empowering way. Whether he’s restoring a single tooth, managing esthetic veneers, or rebuilding a full smile, Dr. Akhtar is committed to blending art and science at the highest level.

He is recognized for his expertise in All-on-X procedures, while also maintaining a strong focus on advanced esthetics, prosthetic-driven implant planning, and digital smile design to help patients visualize and achieve ideal outcomes.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Akhtar enjoys kayaking, exploring the outdoors, and staying active through water sports. He brings the same sense of focus and balance to both his personal and professional life.