RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC

RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC

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4.3 (4 reviews)

Dentist in Suffolk, VA

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About

RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC, operating as Howell Dentistry, is a well-established dental clinic in Suffolk, VA, serving the community since 1959. This multi-generational practice offers comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services, utilizing advanced technology and focusing on patient comfort and personalized care.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

102 Western Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434

Phone

(757) 539-7695

Website

http://www.rlhdds.com/

Detailed Introduction

RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC, also widely known as Howell Dentistry, is a highly reputable dental practice located in Suffolk, Virginia, with a history spanning over six decades since its establishment in 1959. The clinic maintains two locations: the primary one at 102 Western Ave in Downtown Suffolk and another in Harbour View. The practice has a rich family legacy, initially founded by Dr. Leroy Howell. His son, Dr. Ralph Howell Jr., joined the practice in 1989, forming a partnership, and in 2017, Dr. Dani Howell became the third generation of Howells to serve the Suffolk community. This multi-generational approach highlights their deep roots and commitment to the area. Howell Dentistry prides itself on providing comprehensive dental care, encompassing a wide range of services. These include general dentistry (such as cleanings, preventative care, and routine check-ups), cosmetic dentistry (including tooth whitening, veneers, and orthodontic correction like Invisalign), and restorative dentistry (like fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, root canals, and partial/complete dentures). They also offer specialized care for periodontal disease. The clinic emphasizes patient comfort and utilizes advanced dental technology to enhance the patient experience and provide accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. This includes digital X-rays, air abrasion micro-dentistry, laser technology, and CEREC® chairside labs for efficient crown creation. RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC has garnered numerous positive patient testimonials, frequently praised for their friendly and compassionate staff, professionalism, clear explanations of procedures, and ability to alleviate dental anxiety. The practice is known for its conservative treatment approach, aiming to preserve healthy tooth structure whenever possible. Beyond their clinical work, the Howell dentists, particularly Dr. Ralph Howell Jr., are actively involved in the Suffolk community and various professional dental organizations, demonstrating their dedication to both local well-being and the advancement of dentistry.

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Patient Reviews

4.3 out of 5
Tim Miller

Tim Miller

A excellent place to have your dental work done.

April 6, 2018

Gail Taylor

Gail Taylor

Going to the dentist is not one of my more favorite things to do but I will have to say I had a nice experience. I went in for a cleaning and the dental hygienist, Pamela, was very nice as well as very gentle. Dr. Dani Howell, who is the 3rd generation Howell, was very nice as well.

April 20, 2018

Jennifer Vickers

Jennifer Vickers

My husband and I were patients at the downtown location of RL Howell and associates for approximately 4 years. They always did a fantastic job of cleaning our teeth at every visit and helped us address some other dental issues with little stress. Sadly, we moved out of state three years ago. I still haven’t found a dentist locally that can live up to the standards I got used to.

Thank you guys and gals so much for the care we received. You really set the bar very high.

April 29, 2018

Melissa McCammon

Melissa McCammon

I was a patient here for a few years & never had any issues until recently. I had a visit in June 2021 wherein I requested a quote for a procedure & I was told they would determine how much (if any) my insurance would pay toward said procedure. Fast forward to my next visit, which was yesterday. I still don’t have the information regarding the amount of my insurance contribution & it has been 6 months since the initial inquiry! I called 3 times between June & now (Dec. 2021) & each time I was told that they were awaiting a call back from my insurance.

No one ever called me back or gave me any indication that there was any action I needed to take. I mentioned the issue to my hygienist yesterday & she indicated she would check on the issue for me. This afternoon, I still didn’t have the information so I called to follow up again & was placed on hold for over 10 minutes. I finally hung up, then immediately called back, telling them to go ahead & cancel any future appointments I had scheduled. Waiting 6 months & only calling in 3 times during that period shows that I have been more than patient.

My children go to Gwaltney Dental & that office has never had a problem contacting my insurance company or obtaining information needed so I’ll be transferring there. I am beyond frustrated with Howell Dentistry & disappointed that I have to make this change but I feel I’ve been left with no other option. It’s 6 months later & my procedure could have been well underway by now had the staff at Howell Dentistry followed up & communicated with me.

December 8, 2021

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Our Location

RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC

102 Western Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434

Contact Information

Address

102 Western Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434

Phone

(757) 539-7695

Website

http://www.rlhdds.com/

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