Our office sits in Fayetteville, about 23 miles east of Raeford via US-401. The drive takes 29 to 39 minutes depending on traffic and where in Raeford you start from. For Hoke County residents who already commute into Fayetteville for work, hospital appointments, or Fort Liberty access, the practice is on a route most of you already drive. The cleaning appointment fits into your existing day without adding an entirely new trip.
This page covers what a cleaning involves, who provides it, the different kinds of cleanings we offer, and how to schedule. If you are a Raeford family looking for a dentist who can handle routine cleanings as well as more complex restorative or implant work under one roof, the practical detail you need is below.
Raeford Sits Twenty-Three Miles From Our Practice
US-401 (Raeford Road on the Fayetteville side) is the direct route, and it is a road many of you drive regularly. Twenty-three miles is not a quick hop, but it is also not a special trip. Most Raeford patients fold the appointment into other Fayetteville errands rather than treating it as a separate event.
Where the trip pays off: the practice handles routine cleanings as well as restorative work, implants, sedation dentistry, and complex cases all at one office. You do not get bounced from a generalist to a specialist for things a single master-credentialed practice can handle in-house. For families who want continuity, that is the practical advantage.
A Practice Hoke County Commuters Pass On the Way Home
Our location on Yadkin Road sits on the northwest side of Fayetteville, off Bragg Boulevard. For Raeford residents heading home from a Fayetteville job, especially those who work near Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, the Fayetteville VA Medical Center, or one of the Fort Liberty side gates, the practice is a brief detour. Patients commonly book afternoon appointments at the end of the workday and drive home from there.
The same logic applies in reverse for Hoke County residents stationed at Fort Liberty who live in Raeford. The drive from post to our office is shorter than the drive from post to Raeford. Stopping for a cleaning before heading home actually saves time.
What a Professional Dental Cleaning Includes
A standard prophylaxis runs 45 to 60 minutes. The hygienist removes plaque and tartar from above the gumline, polishes the tooth surfaces, and applies fluoride if indicated. First visits add a periodontal exam (pocket-depth measurements at six points around each tooth) plus any necessary x-rays; expect 75 to 90 minutes total for the first visit.
If the periodontal exam finds gum pockets at 4 millimeters or deeper, scaling and root planing is the right procedure rather than a routine cleaning. That is a separate appointment under local anesthesia, usually split across two visits.
Dr. Jeremiah Davis: Veteran, Master-Credentialed Dentist
Dr. Davis is a US Army veteran. His credentials include Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (FAAID), Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (DABOI/ID), Master of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (MICIO), Master of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO), and Surgical Master of the Interdisciplinary Dental Education Academy. He is also a Dawson Academy Scholar and has been recognized among the Top 40 Dentists Under 40.
For Raeford patients in particular, the veteran framing matters. Hoke County has a substantial military and retired-military population, much of it tied to Fort Liberty. A veteran-led practice removes some of the small frictions that come with being a patient at a civilian practice that is not used to military families. No judgment for long gaps in care during deployments, accommodation for anxiety triggers around medical settings, and a staff that does not approach veterans with awkward small-talk pressure.
The Types of Cleanings We Provide
Routine Prophylactic Cleaning
Standard six-month cleaning for patients with healthy gums and no heavy tartar buildup.
Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)
Recommended when gum pockets measure 4 millimeters or deeper. The hygienist cleans below the gumline and smooths root surfaces. Local anesthesia is used. Usually split across two visits.
Periodontal Maintenance
Quarterly maintenance after scaling and root planing. The three-to-four-month interval keeps gum disease from progressing.
Implant Maintenance Cleaning
Implants need non-metal cleaning instruments. We use specialized implant scalers and air-polishing with glycine powder to clean around implants without scratching the titanium surface. We can maintain implants placed elsewhere as well as our own.
How Often Should You Schedule a Cleaning?
The American Dental Association recommends cleaning intervals based on individual risk factors. Most adults with healthy gums are on a six-month schedule. Patients with gum disease, diabetes, or smoking history often benefit from every three to four months.
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Insurance, Membership, and Payment Options
We are in-network with most major PPO dental insurance plans. We do not accept Medicaid. For uninsured patients, the Friends and Family Membership Plan covers two cleanings per year plus discounts on other services. CareCredit financing is available for larger procedures. Fee estimates are provided in writing before any work begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the drive from Raeford take?
Twenty-nine to thirty-nine minutes via US-401 East, depending on where in Raeford you start and the time of day. About 23 miles total. The route is straightforward and well-maintained. Hoke County residents who already commute to Fayetteville for work will recognize most of the drive.
Can I schedule my cleaning around my Fayetteville commute?
Yes, and this is how many of our Raeford patients use the practice. Afternoon appointments at the end of the workday let you drive directly from your Fayetteville job to the cleaning and then home to Raeford, without adding a separate trip. Morning appointments work the same way in reverse. Tell us when you book what time of day fits your existing routine.
I am stationed at Fort Liberty and live in Raeford. Is this practice convenient?
Quite. From most Fort Liberty gates, our office is closer than Raeford is, so stopping for a cleaning on the way home actually saves time over driving home and then making a separate trip. Many of our Hoke County patients are active-duty service members or military families in exactly this situation. We are used to scheduling around training rotations, no-notice duty changes, and PCS timing.
Do you treat the whole family?
Yes. We schedule family blocks so parents and children can be seen back-to-back, or in parallel chairs, depending on the day. We treat children of all ages, including first-visit toddlers, adults, and seniors. Tell us when you book how many people you want to bring and what ages.
How often should I get a cleaning?
Every six months for adults with healthy gums. Patients with gum disease, diabetes, smoking history, or rapid tartar buildup typically benefit from every three to four months. Your hygienist will tell you what interval makes sense for you after the first periodontal exam.
What insurance do you accept?
Most major PPO dental insurance plans, but not Medicaid. Call (910) 864-4646 with your specific plan information and we will verify benefits before your visit. For patients without insurance, the Friends and Family Membership Plan and CareCredit financing are options. For military family members and retirees, call us with your specific dental plan details and we will confirm what is in-network.
Schedule Your Cleaning
Call (910) 864-4646 or request an appointment online. New patients should plan for a longer first visit so we can complete a periodontal exam and any necessary x-rays before the cleaning. For Raeford patients, mention at booking whether you want to align the appointment with your Fayetteville commute. If dental anxiety has kept you away from cleanings, ask about Worry Free™ sedation options.
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6402 Yadkin Rd.
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