Carolinas Center for
Endodontics &
Dental Microsurgery is a highly specialized dental practice located at 200 Doctors Dr G, Jacksonville, NC 28546. The clinic's core focus is on endodontic therapy, commonly known as
Root Canal treatment, and dental microsurgery. This singular focus allows their team of endodontists to develop deep expertise and handle a wide array of complex endodontic problems with precision and efficiency.
The practice is staffed by board-certified endodontists, including Dr. Stuart O. Miller, Dr. Robert L. Sherman, and Dr. Jeffrey L. Hockett. These doctors possess extensive education and have achieved the highest level of training in endodontic dentistry, ensuring a comprehensive and expert approach to patient care. Dr. Miller, for example, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and has a background as a Naval Dental Officer.
Carolinas Center for Endodontics & Dental Microsurgery emphasizes the use of advanced technology to enhance treatment outcomes and patient comfort. This includes dental operating microscopes for enhanced visualization, ultrasonics for precise
cleaning, digital imaging, and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) for high-quality 3D imaging. A notable technology they employ is the
GentleWave System, which uses a broad range of sound waves and continuous irrigation to thoroughly clean and disinfect the intricate network of canals within a tooth, often allowing for greater preservation of tooth structure.
Beyond routine root canal therapy, the clinic also specializes in endodontic microsurgery (
Apicoectomy), a procedure used to save teeth where traditional root
Canal Treatment may have been unsuccessful or when complications arise, such as persistent infection or inflammation at the root tip. This microsurgical approach allows for highly precise removal of infected tissue and sealing of the root end.
The mission of the Carolinas Center for Endodontics & Dental Microsurgery is to educate patients about their treatment options, enabling them to make informed decisions about maintaining their natural teeth. Patient testimonials frequently highlight the compassionate and professional demeanor of the staff, the effectiveness of pain management during procedures, and the clinic's ability to provide a comfortable and reassuring environment for those often anxious about dental work. They are the only practice solely dedicated to endodontic therapy in Jacksonville, NC.
