Hany M. Makkawy

Hany M. Makkawy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgical Specialties at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry. He is affiliated with University Dental Associates and can be reached at hmakkawy@unmc.edu. His teaching roles include directing undergraduate endodontics and instructing courses such as Endodontics 585, 586, 605, 607, and 695.

Education:

• Postdoctoral Endodontic Specialty Program, Columbia University Dental School, New York, N.Y.
• DDS, University of Missouri, Kansas City, Mp.

Research interests focus on advancing endodontic techniques, particularly obturation methods, infection control in dental procedures, and dental education. His work includes studies on root canal filling quality, alternative lateral condensation techniques, and outcomes of microbial infections like actinomyces species. These publications span from 2000 to 2009, reflecting a sustained contribution to clinical endodontics and dental material science.

Advising and Grants: While no formal grants or advisees are listed, Dr. Makkawy’s teaching responsibilities highlight his role in mentoring dental students. He is based at Room 2325, UNMC College of Dentistry in Lincoln, NE 68583-0740, and can be contacted via phone at 402-472-1317.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with University Dental Associates, a clinical and research unit within the College of Dentistry, contributing to patient care and academic dentistry initiatives.