Dr. Lonnie Johnson, DDS, PHD
PeriodonticsNPI: 1508837410
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About This Provider
Dr. Lonnie Johnson is a periodontics specialist serving patients in Aurora, Colorado, with 20 years of dental experience and a unique background that includes both a DDS and a PhD in Biological Structure from the University of Washington. He is skilled in treating gum disease, managing bone loss in the jaw, and using advanced guided tissue regeneration techniques to help restore damaged gums and bone. Dr. Johnson is deeply committed to teaching and has received numerous awards for his excellence as an instructor, and he currently leads the Graduate Periodontics Residency Program. He is accepting new patients and believes in treating every person with the same care and respect he would want for himself. Dr. Johnson combines his extensive training and research expertise with a warm, straightforward approach to help patients achieve healthier gums and teeth.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)
- Postdoctoral specialty training in Periodontics, University of Washington
- PhD in Biological Structure, University of Washington
Credential: DDS, PHD
NPI registered: 01/30/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Chemotherapeutic agents for periodontal disease (FDA approved)
- Guided tissue regeneration tools (FDA approved)
Professional Memberships
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (national dental honor fraternity)
- Pierre Fauchard Academy
Awards & Recognition
- Newcomer Award (first year as faculty)
- Outstanding Instructor Award (selected more than 10 times)
- President's Award for Teaching Excellence (more than 5 times)
- Chancellor's Teaching Recognition Award (more than 3 times)
- Honorary Alumnus of CU School of Dental Medicine
- CU SDM Lifetime Achievement Award (2024, inaugural)
- President's Teaching Scholars Program (PTSP) membership
Beyond the Office
Chair of Graduate Periodontics Residency Program
Chair of Division of Periodontics
Associate Dean then Senior Associate Dean of Clinics and Professional Practice (14 years)
Mentored faculty and future generations of dental professionals
Conducted clinical research and published in peer-reviewed journals
Played on the CU School of Dental Medicine softball team (only faculty members to do so)
Came up with research breakthrough idea during breakfast at Johnson's Corner Truck Stop with colleague Norm Stoller
Has wife named Cherylyn
Has two beloved dogs: Izzie and Buddy
Has grandchildren
Known for sharp sense of humor and approachable demeanor
Devoted 40 years to the same institution (CU School of Dental Medicine)
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