If you live in Southern Pines, our office is about 52 to 59 minutes away by car, depending on the route. That is not a short drive. Southern Pines has its own established dental community, and for a routine cleaning alone, you have closer options. This page is for the Southern Pines patient who is looking for something specific: a master-credentialed practice for advanced implant, restorative, or reconstructive work, with cleanings as part of that ongoing relationship.
Dr. Jeremiah Davis is a United States Army veteran and one of fewer than two hundred dentists nationwide holding both the Mastership of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Mastership of the Academy of General Dentistry. For Southern Pines patients with the kind of advanced needs his credentials match, keeping the routine maintenance in the same practice is the practical reason this page is useful to you.
Why a Southern Pines Patient Would Make the Drive
Southern Pines patients we see consistently fall into one of three patterns:
- Military retirees and veterans.Southern Pines has a substantial retired-military population, many of whom either knew Dr. Davis during their service years at Fort Liberty or who specifically want a veteran-led practice for their post-service care. Dr. Davis is himself an Army veteran, and the culture of the practice is respectful of that background without being performative about it.
- Complex implant or restorative work in progress.If you are mid-treatment on All-on-4 implants, full-arch reconstruction, or staged restorative work, keeping cleanings in the same practice keeps your record coherent. The hygienist sees what your dentist is doing. That continuity is worth the drive when the underlying work is complex.
- Wanted a more credentialed practice after a setback elsewhere.Patients who lost teeth to a missed gum-disease diagnosis, or who had implant work that did not hold up at a less specialized practice, often relocate their ongoing care to a master-credentialed dentist. The drive becomes a quarterly commitment instead of a daily one.
If none of those apply and you only need routine cleanings, Southern Pines has good local dentists. We would rather you make the right call than try to convince you otherwise.
What a Professional Dental Cleaning Includes
Every cleaning visit starts with a periodontal exam: the hygienist measures the depth of the gum pockets around each tooth at six points to identify any areas of inflammation or recession. Then plaque and tartar removal above the gumline (and below the gumline if needed), polishing, fluoride if indicated, and a brief conversation about what was found and what your next interval should be.
For Southern Pines patients driving an hour, we make a point of getting that conversation right the first time so you do not need to drive back for follow-up questions. We send detailed visit notes to your email afterward.
Dr. Jeremiah Davis: Veteran-Led, Master-Credentialed
Dr. Davis served in the United States Army and has practiced dentistry in Fayetteville for over twenty years. His credentials are most directly relevant to patients with complex needs:
- Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD): 1,100 hours of continuing education over fifteen years.
- Master of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (MICOI): the highest credential in implant dentistry.
- Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (FAAID).
- Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (DABOI/ID).
- Master of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO).
- Surgical Master of the Interdisciplinary Dental Education Academy.
- Dawson Academy Scholar: advanced training in occlusion and full-mouth reconstruction.
For Southern Pines patients with implants placed at FirstHealth or another regional provider, we can pick up the ongoing maintenance and act as a second opinion if something comes up. Bring whatever records you have.
The Types of Cleanings We Provide
Routine Prophylactic Cleaning
Standard six-month cleaning for patients with healthy gums. Above-the-gumline scaling, polishing, fluoride if indicated. 45 to 60 minutes.
Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)
For patients with periodontal pockets of 4 mm or deeper. Local anesthesia, scaling below the gumline, smoothing the root surfaces. Usually split across two visits.
Periodontal Maintenance
After scaling and root planing, you transition to a three or four month cleaning schedule. Skipping these is the most common reason early gum disease comes back.
Gross Debridement
For patients who have not been to a dentist in years. Heavy tartar deposits are often staged across multiple appointments so the hygienist can be thorough.
Implant Maintenance Cleaning
Non-metal instruments and air polishing with glycine powder. We maintain implants from any provider; bring your records.
How Often Should You Schedule a Cleaning?
The American Dental Association recommends cleaning intervals determined by your dentist based on individual risk factors. Most healthy adults are on a six-month schedule. Patients with gum disease, diabetes, or a smoking history typically 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 and includes discounts on additional services. CareCredit financing is available for larger treatments. For military retiree dental plans, coverage varies by carrier; call before your visit and we will verify benefits in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the drive from Southern Pines worth it for a cleaning?
Only if you have a specific reason. Southern Pines has established local dentists who are 10 minutes away. The drive makes sense if you want master-credentialed implant or reconstruction work, if you are a military veteran who wants a veteran-led practice, or if you are already seeing Dr. Davis for complex work and want to keep cleanings in the same place. If you only need a routine cleaning and nothing more, a local Southern Pines dentist is a more practical choice.
What route works best from Southern Pines?
Manchester Road through to Raefordvass Road is the most direct, about 38 miles and 52 minutes. NC-87 South via Cameron and Spring Lake is slightly longer at 40 miles and 55 to 59 minutes, but uses larger highways and works better when Manchester is congested. Both routes connect into Fayetteville on the northwest side near our office.
Do you work with military retiree dental plans?
We work with most major PPO dental plans, including the carriers that administer dental benefits for many military retirees. Plan administration varies considerably depending on which retiree dental program you carry. Call (910) 864-4646 with your specific plan information before your visit and we will verify your coverage. Southern Pines has a meaningful military retiree population, so this question comes up often; the front desk is familiar with the various plans.
Can I combine cleanings with implant or reconstruction visits?
Yes, and we encourage it for our long-drive patients. If you are mid-treatment on implants or restorative work, we can schedule the cleaning on the same day as your treatment appointment. One drive instead of two. Tell the front desk when you book and we will arrange the schedule accordingly.
How often should I schedule cleanings?
Every six months for most adults with healthy gums. Every three to four months if you have gum disease, diabetes, a smoking history, or rapid tartar buildup. Dr. Davis or your hygienist will give you a specific interval after the first periodontal exam.
Can I book recurring appointments to make the drive predictable?
Yes. Recurring appointments are common for our out-of-town patients. Many Southern Pines families book a standing slot every six months, such as the second Tuesday of the month, so the drive stays on a predictable schedule. Ask the front desk at checkout and we will set up the recurring schedule.
Schedule Your Cleaning
Call (910) 864-4646 or request an appointment online. New Southern Pines patients should plan for a longer first visit so we can complete a full periodontal exam and any necessary x-rays before the cleaning. If dental anxiety has kept you away (including any veteran patients dealing with anxiety triggers around medical settings) ask about our Worry Free™ sedation options when you book.
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