Carolinas Center for Endodontics and Dental Microsurgery

Specialized Endodontics in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Carolinas Center for Endodontics and Dental Microsurgery is a dental practice in Jacksonville, North Carolina, whose practice is limited to endodontic therapy, that is, root canal treatment, and dental microsurgery. The practice itself notes that it is the only practice in the city restricted to this specialty.

The team is made up of Dr. Stuart O. Miller, Dr. Robert L. Sherman, and Dr. Jeffrey L. Hockett, presented as Board Certified Endodontists, with extensive education and the highest level of training in endodontic dentistry.

Professional Team

Dr. Stuart O. Miller, DDS, MS, is a native of North Carolina. He trained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned his undergraduate degree and his DDS degree from the School of Dentistry. He was commissioned as an officer in the United States Navy while in dental school and built a career as a Naval Dental Officer until his retirement in 2010 after 21 years of active duty service. He received his Certificate in Endodontics from the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, Maryland, and a Master of Science from George Washington University. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and has received research awards from the American Association of Endodontics, with publications in the Journal of Endodontics and Navy Medicine.

Dr. Robert L. Sherman, DDS, hails from Tacoma, Washington. He graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1970 and joined the United States Navy, serving in Southeast Asia. After three years of specialty training at Bethesda Naval Graduate Dental School, he received his certificate in endodontic therapy and achieved Board Certification in 1985. He began his private endodontic practice in Jacksonville, North Carolina, after retiring from the Navy in 1989.

Dr. Jeffrey L. Hockett, DDS, MSD, is a native of Greensboro, North Carolina. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1994 and completed flight school, earning his wings and serving eight years as a Naval Flight Officer. In 2006 he graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry and then completed his residency training in Endodontics at the University of Washington in Seattle, where in 2008 he earned his Specialty Certificate in Endodontics and his Master of Science in Dentistry.

GentleWave Technology

The practice uses the GentleWave System, which delivers a broad range of sound waves within the complex anatomy found within the tooth, in concert with continuous irrigation. According to the practice's own description, the procedure results in complete cleaning and disinfecting of the entire network of canals in a matter of minutes, allowing more tooth structure to be conserved than with previous methods.

Clinical Approach and Stated Values

The mission the center states is to preserve natural teeth for an optimum smile, comfort, and function, and to educate patients about their dental treatment so that the decision to maintain their natural teeth is an easy one. As values, the practice states that it utilizes the most advanced education, techniques, instrumentation, and materials available, with a relaxed, comfortable, and compassionate experience.

In its presentation about the practice, the center states that people should keep their own healthy teeth for a lifetime and that it adheres to a program of preventive dental care, based on the idea that preventing disease is more enjoyable, less costly, and more comfortable. Its stated goal is to help the patient achieve and maintain a healthy mouth as quickly and as economically as possible.

Patients and Referring Doctors

Location and Contact

200 Doctors Drive Suite G, Jacksonville, NC 28546 · Phone: (910) 577-4330 · Email: admin@cc4endo.com · Office Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Lunch Daily: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm