William G Carney

William G Carney serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Dentistry at Creighton University School of Dentistry, with secondary appointments in Oral Health Promotion and tertiary appointments in Periodontics. A 1981 Creighton University DDS graduate, he maintains active roles in clinical education and research while holding conferral of tenure granted in March 2020.

Education:

• Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS), Creighton University, 1981

Dr. Carney's research centers on Dental Materials with significant contributions to Operative Dentistry and Periodontics. His work investigates shear bond strengths of dental cements, evidence-based periodontal prognosis systems, and caries epidemiology related to salivary anatomy. As an active member of the American Dental Education Association (since 2010) and Consortium of Operative Dentistry Educators (since 2015), he bridges clinical practice with academic instruction through educational videos and conference presentations.

Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on evidence-based clinical solutions, particularly in restorative dentistry materials science and diagnostic scoring systems for tooth prognosis. His work demonstrates strong translational impact from laboratory research to clinical applications.

Scientific Awards:

• Dr. Raymond Olmo Memorial Award For the Pursuit of the Ignatian Ideal (2018)
• Dr. Raymond W. Shaddy Memorial Award for Outstanding Clinical Faculty Member (2012-2013)
• Outstanding Clinical Instructor by Junior Class (2011)
• Outstanding Part Time Clinical Instructor (2008-2009)

Dr. Carney's exceptional clinical teaching has earned repeated recognition from dental student classes across multiple years. His contributions to curriculum development through faculty education presentations and instructional videos demonstrate commitment to advancing dental education standards. His professional engagement with Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society further underscores his dedication to academic excellence in dentistry.