Dr. Eugene Frederick Howden, DDS, MS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1912936022
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About This Provider
Dr. Eugene Howden is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has been caring for children's teeth for over 20 years in Chapel Hill, NC. He earned both his dental degree and a master's degree in pediatric dentistry from UNC School of Dentistry, and he's recognized as a leader in his field with awards for teaching excellence and distinguished service. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Howden teaches the next generation of dentists at UNC Dental School and serves as a consultant to North Carolina's Medicaid program. He is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to helping your child develop healthy teeth and a bright smile.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- UNC School of Dentistry, MS in Pediatric Dentistry, 1971
- UNC School of Dentistry, DDS, 1966
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Credential: DDS, MS
NPI registered: 07/01/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- Sigma Nu fraternity
- Delta Sigma Delta dental fraternity
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) dental academic fraternity
- Local, state, regional, and national professional organizations
Awards & Recognition
- Richard F. Hunt Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
- Distinguished Service Award from UNC-CH School of Dentistry, 2012
- Paul Harris Fellow (Rotary Club)
Beyond the Office
Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatric Dentistry at UNC Dental School
Teacher of dentistry throughout career
Consultant to North Carolina Medicaid program
President of East Chapel Hill Rotary Club
Participated in three Rotary dental mission trips to Haiti and Honduras
President, Director, and Campaign Chair of Chapel Hill-Carrboro United Fund
President, Psi Home Association of Sigma Nu Fraternity
Dental Coordinator for Adopt a Day Care of Durham-Orange County
Led dental mission trip to San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Avid golfer and member of Chapel Hill Country Club and Country Club of North Carolina
Enjoyed golf outings with groups named the Ayatollahs, the Admirals, and the Tuesday Travel Group
UNC Tar Heel fan
Played Little League and Babe Ruth baseball in youth
Played varsity baseball and basketball in high school
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