Douglas C. Lowy, D.M.D., M.A., assistant professor, UofL School of Dentistry Department of Oral Health and Rehabilitation, has received the Award for Outstanding Teaching and Mentoring in Periodontics from the American Academy of Periodontics.

According to the Academy website, the award is given to a periodontal educator at each institution who demonstrates a commitment to excellence in providing education in the full scope of periodontics, and relays that enthusiasm to students.

Nominated by Henry Greenwell, D.M.D., M.S.D., the award was recently presented during a lunch meeting of the periodontal faculty.

A UofL School of Dentistry graduate, Dr. Lowy completed his periodontics residency at the University of Connecticut. Certified in Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure and Botox and Dermal Fillers, Dr. Lowy has taught at UofL in the area of periodontics since 1990. Lowy also maintains a private periodontal practice, Nelson & Lowy, PSC, in Louisville.

Throughout his career, Dr. Lowy has published journal articles and made several presentations on periodontal topics to numerous dental and honor organizations. Dr. Lowy is a member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Periodontology as well as several regional, state and local dental organizations including the Louisville Dental Society.

August 22, 2016