Health & Medical Research
- Participant in Health & Medical R&D Program led by Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare
- Participated in biocompatible polymer research, Transplant Surgery, Samsung Medical Center
DIRECTOR PROFILE
Dr. Kim Ji-woong · Chief Director
Completed doctoral coursework at Seoul National University · Board-certified in Integrated Dentistry · Extensive research in pharmacology and systemic disease
“A clinician with a research-based approach to complex treatment, with experience as a Seoul National University clinical researcher and more than 10 patents/publications related to diabetes and systemic disease.”
CURRICULUM VITAE
Education · Career · Professional Activities
Education
- Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Completed doctoral coursework in Conservative Dentistry, Seoul National University
- Master of Pharmacy, Seoul National University
- Kyung Hee University Graduate School
- Korea National Open University Graduate School
Career
- Former resident and Integrated Dentistry specialist, Seoul National University Dental Hospital
- Former intern researcher, Department of Family Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine
- Former clinical staff and researcher, Seoul National University Dental Hospital
- Former Director for Implant & Conservative Dentistry, Seokplant Dental Hospital
- Former Head of Integrated Dentistry, Sun Dental Hospital, and Clinical Faculty at affiliated Korea University Medical Center
- Research assistant, Biomaterials, Seoul National University
- Research assistant, Dental Pharmacology, Kyung Hee University
- 2023 Weekly Sisa Magazine selection — Diabetes Implant category
- 2025 Bupyeong-gu Certificate of Appreciation
- 2025 Bupyeong Office of Education Certificate of Appreciation
- 2026 Weekly People — New Knowledge Leader in Dental Care
- 2026 Medical Venture News — Medical Professional of the Year selection
- 2026 Incheon Mayor's Commendation
- Board member, Seoul National University Alumni Association (30th board)
- Representative dentist, DentalNews.com
- Dental advisor, Diabetes & Health Cafe / Diabetes Newspaper
- Official supporting dentist for 60 elementary and middle schools under the Northern Incheon Office of Education
- Advisory committee member, Northern Incheon Office of Education Listed as the only dental clinic in Bupyeong-gu for this role
- Osstem MagicAlign clear-aligner clinician
- Dental advisor for MegaGen, Osstem and Dentis Point implants
Professional societies
- Speaker, AFPS International Symposium
- Speaker at symposium hosted by the Research Center for Diagnostic/Therapeutic Polymer Materials
- Speaker, Korean Society for Biotechnology and Bioengineering Spring/Fall Symposium
- Osstem Clear Aligner Certified Clinician
- Advisor for MagicAlign clear aligners
- Member, Korean Dental Association
- Member, Korean Academy of Oral & Maxillofacial Implantology
- Member, Korean Academy of Dentistry for the Disabled
- Member, Korean Academy of Integrated Dentistry
- Member, Korean Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Member, Incheon Dental Association
RESEARCH PROJECTS
Research Projects
Core Technology & Biopharmaceutical Research
- Participant in core-technology development program led by Korea's Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning
- Participated in molecular medicine and biopharmaceutical research led by Korea's Ministry of Education, Science and Technology
MEDIA
Media & External Activities
PUBLICATIONS
Selected Publications
- Nano-immunoshielding ising multi-layered hyperbranched polyethylene glycol for the nonhuman primates pancreatic islets xenotransplantation2015 · Seoul National University Graduate School
- SCI journal publications related to diabetes and biomaterials
- Xenotransplantation of layer-by-layer encapsulated non-human primate islets with a specified immunosuppressive drug protocol2017 · Journal of Controlled Release · SCI · IF 7.8 listed on the official website · Seoul National University Graduate School
PATENTS
Diabetes & Biomaterials Patents
Filed 6 Korean patents and 2 international PCT applications with the Seoul National University R&DB Foundation.
DOMESTIC · 6
6 Korean Patents
- 2016 Method of hetero-spheroid for treatment Diabetes Mellitus disease using stem cell and islet cell, and use of the same
- 2016 Method for reforming the pancreatic islet using synthetic material with chitosan catechol
- 2015 Method of modifying surface of pancreatic islets using PEG synthetic material and pancreatic islets having modified surface using the method
- 2015 METHOD FOR SURFACE MODIFYING PANCREATIC ISLET MEMBRANE BY MEANS OF CHITOSAN CATECHOL SYNTHETIC MATERIAL
- 2015 METHOD FOR MODIFYING PANCREATIC ISLET SURFACE BY MEANS OF POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL SYNTHETIC MATERIAL AND SURFACE-MODIFIED PANCREATIC ISLET USING SAME
- 2015 Method of inhibition an accute immune response that occur upon transplantation using hydrogel containing clodrosome and pancreatic islets
PCT · 2
2 International Patents (PCT)
- 2014 METHOD FOR MODIFYING PANCREATIC ISLET SURFACE BY MEANS OF POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL SYNTHETIC MATERIAL AND SURFACE-MODIFIED PANCREATIC ISLET USING SAME
- 2014 Islet which is encapsulated by fibroblasts and preparation method thereof
LECTURE · COLUMN
Lectures · Education · Columns
Medical Channel After the Rain
- After the Rain — Safety rules for dental sedation
- After the Rain — Diabetes, a threat to oral health: how diabetes affects dental treatment
Dentist Education
- MoreDen dentist education: “Dental Pharmacology in One Hour” / “Systemic Disease in Dentistry in One Hour”
- InPower Doctors lecture for dentists: “Systemic Diseases Dentists Should Know in Dental Care”
Community Invited Lectures
- Korean Senior Citizens Association lecture: “Diabetes and Periodontal Disease”
- Credit Union 60th Anniversary lecture: “Why Diabetes Matters in Dentistry”
- Bupyeong Volunteer Center lecture: “Proper Oral Care”
- Bupyeong nursing-care lecture: “Oral Care for Elderly and Disabled Patients”
- Samsan Health Support Center lecture: “Diabetes and Dental Implants”
Consultation & Columns
- Consulting dentist, KakaoTalk Open Chat
- Dental Arirang feature column: “Diabetes and Dental Disease”
CLINICAL FOCUS
Clinical Focus
Complex Implant Treatment
Implant care requiring complex planning because of anatomical, periodontal or systemic factors.
Dental Care for Systemic Conditions
Dental care that considers systemic health such as diabetes/hypertension together with current medications.
Conscious Sedation Dentistry
Clinical care that evaluates the need for sedation based on dental anxiety and treatment scope.
Source Verification
- 365 Best Dental365 Best Dental Official Website
- Official Medical Team365 Best Dental Doctor Profiles
Individual treatment eligibility and specific plans are determined after evaluation.