Dr. Hyejin Kwak – Board-Certified Prosthodontist in Brookline & Boston

D.M.D & F.A.C.P

Dr. Kwak is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist, having passed the rigorous American Board of Prosthodontics Certification Examination after 3 years of extensive prosthodontic training beyond dental school. As one of fewer than 50 Board-Certified Prosthodontists in Massachusetts, she also holds the prestigious Diplomat of American Board of Prosthodontists and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists (FACP) titles. Her excellence is further recognized with awards, including the High Clinical Performance Award and the American College of Prosthodontists Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award.

Education and Training

Dr. Kwak earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics and Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She then pursued her Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) and completed her postdoctoral specialty training in Prosthodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, laying a strong foundation for her expertise in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Dentist performing digital scan using intraoral scanner on patient.

Expertise and Contributions

Dr. Kwak specializes in advanced prosthodontics, offering expert cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, and TMD treatments. Her commitment to patient care and innovation ensures personalized, high-quality dental solutions, transforming smiles with precision, care and long lasting results.

Professional Roles

As the founder and lead Prosthodontist at Brookline Progressive Dental Team, Dr. Kwak guides the practice with unmatched skill. Her passion in dentistry and education allowed her to serve as an assistant clinical instructor in the Postgraduate Prosthodontics Program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine for many years. Additionally, Dr. Kwak also holds various other professional roles:

Member of American Board of Prosthodontics
Member of American College of Prosthodontists
Member of the American Dental Association
Member of the Massachusetts Dental Society
Expert Witness for dental malpractice lawsuits for both plaintiffs and defendants

Dentist using intraoral scanner with 3D dental imaging display.

Dr. Kwak on a tennis court with friends holding rackets.

Outside of the Dental Office

Dr. Kwak, originally from South Korea, brings a rich, international perspective to her dental practice. Having lived and studied in Victoria, Canada, before settling in the United States, she understands the unique needs of a global community. Her journey reflects a deep appreciation for diversity, making her a trusted choice for professionals, students, and families from all backgrounds seeking personalized dental care. Dr. Kwak enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, Rocky. She loves to travel and learn new cultures/food. She is an avid tennis player and her passion for tennis is as big as dentistry.