Meet Dr. Lopez
Dr. Paul C. Lopez’s top priority is to provide outstanding surgical treatment for every patient. As a board-certified oral surgeon and father of four, he understands the apprehension that can accompany oral surgery and strives to provide the same top-rated service and treatment he would provide to his own children.
About Dr. Lopez
Dr. Lopez was inspired to pursue the dentistry field while working at a neuro-rehabilitation facility. He fell in love with the complexity of restoring both function and aesthetics to the mouth and face. He decided to pursue oral and maxillofacial surgery because he enjoyed the challenge presented by this broad subspecialty and the transformational results that can be achieved.
Dr. Lopez comes to Michigan Oral Surgeons with a wealth of knowledge and experience gained throughout his training. While studying at Michigan, he was presented with several awards, including the Ida Gray Award, which is given to a member of the dental school community who has contributed to creating a multicultural climate of care, acceptance, and welcome. He also earned the Chalmers J. Lyons Academy Award in Excellence in Oral Surgery.
Education and Residency
Dr. Lopez attended the University of Connecticut for his undergraduate degree and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Neurobiology. After college, Dr. Lopez chose to continue his education by attending the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS). He went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School.
Dr. Lopez has received specialty training in dentoalveolar reconstruction and corrective jaw surgery and received three consecutive U of M Medical School Bronze Beeper Awards, which are presented to resident physicians who exemplify the high standards of medical student education, leadership, and patient care. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial residency at the University of Michigan Hospital System.
Education and Residency
Dr. Lopez attended the University of Connecticut for his undergraduate degree and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Neurobiology. After college, Dr. Lopez chose to continue his education by attending the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS). He went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School.
Dr. Lopez has received specialty training in dentoalveolar reconstruction and corrective jaw surgery and received three consecutive U of M Medical School Bronze Beeper Awards, which are presented to resident physicians who exemplify the high standards of medical student education, leadership, and patient care. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial residency at the University of Michigan Hospital System.
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Member, Chalmers J. Lyons Academy
- Member, Michigan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Member, Xi Psi Phi International Dental Fraternity
- Member, American Dental Association
- Member, Michigan Dental Association
- Member, American College of Surgeons
- American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Member, Chalmers J. Lyons Academy
- Member, Michigan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Member, Xi Psi Phi International Dental Fraternity
- Member, American Dental Association
- Member, Michigan Dental Association
- Member, American College of Surgeons
- American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Outside the Office
When Dr. Lopez is not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children: Maya, Elia, Coralie, and Lennox.
Outside the Office
When Dr. Lopez is not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children: Maya, Elia, Coralie, and Lennox.
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