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Dr. Ralph L. Howell DDS

Dentist | General Practice

5/5(2)
5837 Harbour View Blvd. Suffolk VA, 23435
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Practice Philosophy

Traditional Medicine

Rating

5/5

About

Dr. Ralph Howell is a general dentist serving the Suffolk area for more than 20 years. Dr. Howell is experienced in restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and orthodontics. He is a professional member ...

Education and Training

College of William And Mary B.S. Chemistry 1982

Medical College of Virginia D.D.S. 1989

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Treatments

  • General Dentistry
  • Oral Cancer Exam
  • Dental Exams & Cleanings
  • Dental X-rays
  • Digital X-rays
  • Panoramic X-rays
  • Fluoride Treatment
  • Sealants
  • Diagnodent®
  • Home Care
  • Brush & Floss
  • Oral Hygiene Aids
  • Air Abrasion
  • Amalgam Fillings
  • Composite Fillings
  • Crowns (caps)
  • Dental Implants
  • Dentures & Partial Dentures
  • Empress® Restorations
  • Fixed Bridges
  • Inlay Restorations
  • Onlay Restorations
  • Root Canal Therapy
  • Bone Grafting
  • Antibiotic Treatment
  • Bruxism
  • Crown Lengthening
  • Gum & Jawbone Corrective Treatments
  • Gum Grafting
  • Gum Recession
  • Periodontal Scaling & Root Planing
  • Pocket Irrigation
  • Pocket Reduction Surgery
  • Prophylaxis (teeth Cleaning)
  • Regenerative Procedures
  • Ridge Modification
  • Root Amputation
  • Sinus Augmentation
  • Soft Tissue Grafting
  • Cracked Tooth
  • Root Canal Retreatment
  • Apicoectomy
  • Impacted Canines
  • Mini Dental Implants
  • Oral Pathology

Professional Memberships

  • Professional Member American Dental Association 
  • Professional Member American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 
  • Professional Member American College of Dentists 
  • Professional Member Virginia Dental Association 
  • Professional Member Tidewater Dental Association 
  • Professional Member Academy of General Dentistry 
  • Professional Member Delta Sigma Delta 
  • Professional Member Portsmouth-Suffolk Study Club 
  • Professional Member Seaboard Study Club 
  • Professional Member Sentara Obici Hospital Medical Staff 

Dr. Ralph L. Howell DDS's Practice location

A Division of Atlantic Dental Care

5837 Harbour View Blvd. -
Suffolk, VA 23435
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New patients: 757-686-3636
Fax: 757-686-3737
http://www.rlhdds.com/

RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC

102 Western Ave -
Suffolk, VA 23434
Get Direction
New patients: 757-539-7695
Fax: 757-538-9419
http://www.rlhdds.com/

Dr. Ralph L. Howell DDS's reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Howell


5.0

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Dr. Ralph L. Howell DDS has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Dentist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
  • Eric k.
    (5)

    True Dentistry Excellence!.

  • Grace w.
    (5)

    I was very pleased with my visit. Beth is a very thorough and fine employee..

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