Dr. Shawn Lafkowitz is a board-certified endodontist with 17 years of experience specializing in root canal therapy in Edison, NJ. He earned his dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey with Dean's List honors all four years, then completed advanced endodontics training with the highest honors. Dr. Lafkowitz stays at the forefront of his field by using the latest dental imaging technology and working under a dental microscope—tools he believes are transforming endodontics. He is passionate about continuing education and regularly trains other dental professionals as an attending at JFK Medical Center. Dr. Lafkowitz is accepting new patients and looks forward to helping you keep your natural smile healthy.

Specialties

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EndodonticsPrimary
Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

Bachelor of Arts, University of Michigan
2-year Advanced Training in Endodontics, UMDNJ - graduated with highest honors
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) - graduated with Dean's List honors all 4 years

Board Certifications

Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 12/29/2009

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Areas of Focus

EndodonticsRoot canal therapy

Technology & Equipment

Dental imaging advances
Dental microscope

Professional Memberships

American Association of Endodontists (AAE)
American Dental Association (ADA)
New Jersey Dental Association
Middlesex County Dental Society
Millennium Dental Arts Study Club
Raritan Valley Dental Arts Study Club
Central Jersey Dental Arts Study Club
Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society
Psi Omega dental fraternity

Awards & Recognition

Dean's List honors during all 4 years of dental school
Outstanding clinical communications honor
Highest honors in post-graduate endodontics residency

Beyond the Office

Attending at JFK Medical Center - trains dental residents in endodontic procedures

Active member in Millennium, Raritan Valley, and Central Jersey Dental Arts study clubs

Inspired by his father, Dr. Paul Lafkowitz, who is also an endodontist

Lives in Warren, NJ with wife Robyn and children Isabelle, Noah, and Quinn

Passionate about music, movies, and travelling

Enjoys playing tennis and skiing

Enjoys cooking and searches for great meals

Co-authored 2 research papers published in the Journal of Endodontics

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