Richard A. Williamson

Richard A. Williamson is an Associate Professor and Director of Implants at the UNMC College of Dentistry. With 44 years in dentistry, he has dedicated 26 years to faculty roles, including teaching and clinical practice at the University of Iowa and UNMC. He holds advanced credentials in Prosthodontics and Oral Biology.

Education: Earned a Certificate in Prosthodontics and MS in Oral Biology from UNMC after a 17-year solo general dental practice in Texas.

Research interests include Implantology, Removable Partial Dentures, and global dental education through student missions. He also provides expert witness services and practice consultation.

Professional recognition includes Diplomate status from the American Board of Prosthodontics and Fellowships from the American College of Prosthodontists and International College of Dentists.

Teaching focuses on Clinical Implantology and Removable Partial Dentures. He emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with dental specialists to address complex patient cases.