Prior to Dental School, Dr. Greenfield earned his MBA from CUNY Baruch College. He then received his Dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, now known as Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Having a strong desire to treat patients surgically, Dr. Greenfield sought Post-Graduate training in Periodontics. He received his Post-Graduate degree in Periodontics from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he acted as Chief Resident in the Department of Post-Graduate Periodontics.
Dr. Greenfield has a strong commitment to education. This led him to continue his career as a Part-Time Clinical Professor in the Periodontal Department at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. In 2008, Dr. Greenfield received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Dean of the Dental School in acknowledgement and appreciation for his years of outstanding and dedicated service.
Dr. Greenfield has placed thousands of dental implants, and has received the Implant Innovation Platinum Elite Recognition Award for the past 12 years. Dr. Greenfield has also been voted one of the Best Periodontists in New Jersey by his peers, according to New Jersey Monthly Magazine, every year since 2010 . He has served as President, Vice President and Secretary for the Union County Dental Society, and is currently an active Executive Board Member, and an Alternate Delegate to the New Jersey Dental Association. He was also a past member on the Council of Dental Education, and maintains an affiliation with the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association and the Union County Dental Society.
Dr. Ryan Levy is a highly accomplished, Board Certified Periodontist known for his dedication to clinical excellence, advanced training, and patient-centered care. His distinguished academic record and commitment to continuous learning underscore his expertise in all facets of periodontology and implant dentistry.
Education and Academic Distinction
Dr. Levy earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he graduated with exceptional distinction. During his time at Columbia, he stood out among his peers by receiving two prestigious honors:
• The Division Excellence Award in Periodontics, recognizing superior performance in the specialty.
• The Lionel Abzug Scholarship in Periodontics, awarded for academic merit and potential in the field.
Driven by a desire for advanced specialization, he subsequently completed his rigorous Periodontal Residency at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. His leadership capabilities were recognized as he was selected to serve as the Chief Periodontal Resident.
Advanced Training and Professional Credentials
Dr. Levy has significantly augmented his specialty training through dedicated, comprehensive implant education. He successfully completed the extensive AAID MaxiCourse in Implant Dentistry offered by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), a globally recognized program for achieving mastery in surgical implant placement and restoration.
Most notably, Dr. Levy holds the highest level of professional recognition in his field:
• Board Certified by the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).
This certification signifies that he has met the rigorous standards of excellence and comprehensive knowledge established by the premier professional organization for periodontists.
Summary of Expertise
Dr. Levy provides expert care in:
• Comprehensive periodontal therapy
• Advanced dental implant surgery
• Gum and bone grafting procedures
• Esthetic periodontics