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Gary W. Lowder
( out of 33 reviews )

Gary W. Lowder, DDS

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Clinical Locations

Ray & Tye Noorda Oral Health Sciences Building

Dental Clinic
Salt Lake City
801-587-6453

Sleep Wake Center

Sleep Wake Center
Salt Lake City
801-581-2016
  • Dr. Gary Lowder is an Associate Professor at the School of Dentistry and has 37 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ/TMD). He graduated from BYU and attended the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle, WA. His passion is teaching dental students by helping them to develop excellent clinical skills and celebrating their success as they become exceptional dental professionals.

    In addition to teaching, he currently participates in the Faculty Practice Clinic at the University of Utah School of Dentistry seeing private patients for TMD/TMJ diagnosis and treatment, and Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Lowder is one of the few providers of Dental Sleep Medicine care in the northern Utah area. He sees sleep patients, by referral, who are diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnea or are CPAP intolerant providing a viable option to CPAP usage. Not only does Dr. Lowder enjoys sharing his expertise in the dental arts, but he also loves family activities, fishing, golf, and gardening.

    Board Certification

    National Board Dental Examinations
    Western Regional Examining Board

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 33 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    October 19, 2024
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    Very nice and concerned

    September 26, 2024
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    Dr. Lowder is very kind. He explains each small step in detail. He stops & pauses along the way to ensure a patient understands all of their direce

    July 30, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Lowder was so kind and patient, and helped me think through next steps for treatment.

    July 09, 2024
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    Very kind and personable doctor. Explore everything thoroughly.

    June 23, 2024
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    Dr. Lowder is very kind and friendly. He takes his time to answer questions and explains everything in a way that I could understand. He doesn't make you feel rushed. He makes you feel like you are worth his time. I thought he was great:-)

    June 22, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    So kind! Always feel comfortable when I'm getting care from Dr. Lowder.

    June 04, 2024
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    Dr. Lowder provides mindful and compassionate care. He exhibits high excellence in his work and takes the time to answer all questions. He did an excellent job of ensuring the appliance I ordered fit well and was effective. I slept better last night than I have in many many years!

    April 23, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr.Lowder explains everything in details in an easy way to understand. He is very kind, caring, and professional.

    March 15, 2024
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    I have a crush on Dr. Lowder he is as kind and caring as he is adorable!

  • Dr. Gary Lowder is an Associate Professor at the School of Dentistry and has 37 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ/TMD). He graduated from BYU and attended the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle, WA. His passion is teaching dental students by helping them to develop excellent clinical skills and celebrating their success as they become exceptional dental professionals.

    In addition to teaching, he currently participates in the Faculty Practice Clinic at the University of Utah School of Dentistry seeing private patients for TMD/TMJ diagnosis and treatment, and Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Lowder is one of the few providers of Dental Sleep Medicine care in the northern Utah area. He sees sleep patients, by referral, who are diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnea or are CPAP intolerant providing a viable option to CPAP usage. Not only does Dr. Lowder enjoys sharing his expertise in the dental arts, but he also loves family activities, fishing, golf, and gardening.

    Education history

    Professional Dental Dental Education - University of Washington Dental School D.D.S.
    Science - Brigham Young University B.S.