Timothy Loughran, DDS, grew up in Centralia. Dr. Loughran graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science degree. Then, he received his dental education and degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago.
In 1989, Dr. Loughran earned the status Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. The AGD is a professional association founded in 1952. It is composed of 35,000 general dentists. Its purpose is to promote post-graduate dental education.
Dr. Loughran achieved the status of Master of the Academy of General Dentistry in 2007. He was one of just three dentists in the state of Illinois to receive this award during that year. In the AGD’s first 54 years, only 2,200 members have earned Masterships.
Dr. Loughran has practiced general dentistry with Tim Loughran Dentistry in Herrin since 1982. In addition, he is on the staff of Herrin Hospital. He is affiliated with the following professional organizations: – Academy of General Dentistry – American Dental Association – American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – Illinois Dental Society – Southern Illinois Dental Society.
Dr. Loughran remains consistently active in the Downstate Dental Study Group. A group that Dr. Loughran himself helped found in 1991. Since earning his dental degree, he has completed over 1200 hours of accredited continuing education.
