Gregory R. Caldwell, D.D.S. MS

Dr. Gregory R. Caldwell is a board certified periodontist (AAP, ICOI) in the El Paso area. In 2014, he moved back home to El Paso from San Antonio, Texas to join his father, Dr. C. Stephen Caldwell, in practice.  

Dr. Caldwell received his undergraduate training at Texas A&M University and graduated with a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the College of Architecture with cum laude honors. He obtained his dental education at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School and received a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.  After four years of dental school, Dr. Caldwell decided to pursue a residency in periodontics and was accepted into one of the top-ranked periodontal programs in the nation, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Graduate Periodontics Program. During his three-year residency, he obtained formal training in periodontology, implantology and moderate IV conscious sedation.  He graduated with a Master of Science from the School of Biomedical Science and a Certificate in Periodontics.  Dr. Caldwell completed his master's thesis research on ridge augmentation techniques, titled "Alveolar Ridge Augmentation using Tenting Screws, Acellular Dermal Matrix and Combination Particulate Grafts:  A Prospective Study."   Dr. Caldwell has completed both the surgical and prosthetics courses at the renown Misch International Implant Institutue.  

Dr. Caldwell is a certified in the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST).  The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) is a patented scalpel-free, suture-free procedure for correcting gum recession using a minimally invasive technique. Through a needle-sized hole, Dr. Caldwell uses specially designed instruments to gently loosen the gum tissue and slide it over the receded part of the tooth. Since there is no cutting or stitching, patients can expect minimal post-operative symptoms (pain, swelling and bleeding). Most patients also are pleasantly surprised by the instant cosmetic improvement. 

Dr. Gregory Caldwell is committed to delivering the best, most advanced care possible for his patients. His periodontal practice involves a full spectrum of periodontal therapy, periodontal plastic surgery, bone grafting, dental implant site preparation, dental implants, and IV conscious sedation. His goal is to provide his patients with the most comfortable and stress-free dental experience. When you meet Dr. Gregory Caldwell, you will soon find that he genuinely cares for the welfare of his patients.  His patients are treated with integrity, kindness, and receive the highest quality of care.  

When not practicing periodontics, Dr. Gregory Caldwell enjoys fly-fishing, skiing, golf, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.  

Publications:

Caldwell G.R., Mills M.P., Finlayson R., Mealey B.L.. Lateral alveolar ridge augmentation using tenting screws, acellular dermal matrix, and freeze-dried bone allograft alone or with particulate autogenous bone. International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry.  2015 Jan-Feb;35(1):75-83. [Pubmed]

Meister D.J., Caldwell G.R., Masters L.M., Sterio T.W., and Mills M.P.  Primary Gingival Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Case Report of the Clinical Presentation and Management.  Clinical Advances in Periodontics 2014 4:1, 1-7

Honors & Awards:

Year                Award

2011               American Academy of Periodontics 2011 Dental Student Award 

2010               Second Prize in UTHSCSA Dental Science Symposium Table Clinic Competition

2011               First Prize in UTHSCSA Dental Science Symposium Table Clinic Competition

2014               First Prize in UTHSCSA Dental Science Symposium Oral Presentation Competition  

2015               Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology

2017               Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) 

Professional Societies: 

American Academy of Periodontology: Member

American Board of Periodontolgy (ABP): Diplomate 

International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI): Member, Fellow and Diplomate

Southwest Society of Periodontists: Member

American Dental Association: Member

Texas Dental Association: Member

El Paso District Dental Society: Member, Board Member

El Paso Del Norte Study Club: Member

Invited Lectures:

Etiology, Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment of Non-Cervical Carious Lesions.  El Paso del Norte Study Club.  El Paso, TX.  March 2011.

Alveolar ridge augmentation using tenting screws, Alloderm GBR, and combination grafts.  The San Antonio International Team for Implantology Study Club. San Antonio, TX.  April 21^st, 2014.