Coastal Endodontics

Specialized Endodontics in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Coastal Endodontics is a clinic dedicated exclusively to endodontics, located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Its specialists, Dr. R. Scott Eddy and Dr. Alexis L. Borgestad, are members of the American Association of Endodontists and lead an experienced team that provides professional care in a patient comfort-oriented environment.

Endodontic Treatments and Services

The clinic focuses on root canal treatment to remove infected pulp from the chambers and canals of a diseased tooth, with the goal of relieving pain, controlling infection, and preserving the tooth. It also offers a minimally invasive approach using GentleWave technology, as well as root canal retreatment, treatment of cracked teeth, traumatic injuries, and apicoectomy. It also performs regenerative procedures and endodontic evaluations with treatment planning options.

Specialist Profiles

Dr. R. Scott Eddy, originally from Ninety Six, South Carolina, earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida State University in 1990 and his D.M.D. from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 1998, graduating cum laude. During his training, he received a U.S. Army Health Professions Scholarship, was a member of the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Epsilon, and represented his university at the American Association of Dental Schools, where he served two terms as vice chairman of the Council of Students.

Dr. Alexis Lain Borgestad, born in Pella, Iowa, and raised in Lexington, South Carolina, graduated summa cum laude in Biology with honors in research from the University of Northern Iowa in 2016, after completing her independent research thesis. In 2021, she earned her D.D.S. from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where she received the William Tade Class of 1954 Scholarship, the Max and Evelyn Fuller Scholarship, the McConaughy-Nonen Scholarship, and the Alton K. Fisher Award in Oral Pathology, Radiology, and Medicine, graduating with honors.

Technology and Clinical Approach

The practice uses state-of-the-art technology, including small-volume cone-beam CT, which provides high-precision three-dimensional radiographic images for diagnosis and treatment planning. The GentleWave system is presented as a minimally invasive alternative to conventional root canal treatment. The clinic emphasizes patient education and involvement in the care plan as a central part of its approach.

Financing and Insurance

Coastal Endodontics works with patients to maximize their dental insurance benefits for covered procedures. It accepts all major credit cards and offers a financing option through Care Credit.

Patient Resources

The clinic's website includes patient forms, general and pre-op/post-op instructions, frequently asked questions, privacy practices information, and links of interest. It also publishes educational articles on topics such as the safety of root canal treatments and myths surrounding pain associated with these procedures.

Location and Contact

645 Wachesaw Rd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Phone: 843-357-9845 · Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm Friday: 8am-3pm