Business Details
41 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Rowley, MA
Rowley Family Dental Center has been dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care to families in Rowley, Massachusetts since 1985. Founded by Dr. Douglas Shealy, our practice combines decades of experience with advanced technology to deliver personalized oral health solutions. We specialize in preventative care, restorative treatments, and cosmetic dentistry, ensuring patients of all ages receive thorough examinations, precise diagnoses, and tailored treatment plans. Our team prioritizes patient education, empowering individuals to maintain optimal oral health between visits.With state-of-the-art facilities featuring digital imaging and intra-oral cameras, we offer efficient, comfortable care in a welcoming environment. Our commitment to community extends beyond the office through active participation in local organizations like the Ipswich Rotary Club. Whether addressing dental emergencies, replacing missing teeth with implants, or creating smile transformations, we approach every case with professionalism and compassion.
Services
Dental Checkup
Dental Crowns
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Pediatric Dentistry
Dentures
Root Canal Treatment
Dental Veneers
Emergency Dentist
Smile Makeover
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry
- Our team utilizes advanced technology including digital x-rays and intra-oral cameras
- We provide comprehensive patient education to promote long-term oral health
- Our office features one-visit crown capabilities and emergency dental services
- We maintain a family-friendly environment with dedicated pediatric dental care
What people say
Friendly staff
Thorough examinations
Excellent pediatric care
Modern facilities
Effective emergency treatment
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions for missing teeth. Our implant procedure involves surgically placing titanium posts into the jawbone to create stable foundations for replacement teeth. This treatment prevents bone loss while restoring full chewing functionality and natural appearance. Patients benefit from improved speech, comfort, and confidence with implant-supported crowns, bridges, or dentures that look and function like natural teeth.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services effectively remove deep stains and discoloration. Our in-office treatments use professional-grade bleaching agents to brighten smiles up to eight shades in a single visit. Custom take-home trays allow patients to maintain results at their convenience. This cosmetic procedure safely eliminates years of staining from food, drinks, and tobacco use while minimizing sensitivity through advanced formulation techniques.
Pediatric Dentistry
Specialized dental care for children focuses on preventive treatments and positive early experiences. Our services include routine checkups, fluoride applications, dental sealants, and trauma treatment in a child-friendly environment. We emphasize education through interactive demonstrations and age-appropriate explanations to establish lifelong oral hygiene habits while making dental visits comfortable and non-threatening for young patients.
Dental Crowns
Custom dental crowns restore damaged or weakened teeth to full function and appearance. These tooth-shaped caps protect fractured teeth, cover discolored restorations, and support dental bridges. Available in various materials including all-ceramic options for natural aesthetics, crowns preserve tooth structure while preventing further damage. The process typically requires two visits for preparation, temporary placement, and permanent cementation.
Emergency Dentistry
Immediate dental care addresses traumatic injuries, severe toothaches, and broken restorations. Our emergency services include bonding for chipped teeth, root canal treatment for infected pulp, and temporary restorations for lost fillings or crowns. We prioritize same-day appointments for acute pain or dental trauma, utilizing advanced techniques to relieve discomfort and prevent complications while preserving natural tooth structure.
People
Dr. Douglas Shealy
Founder & Dentist
Dr. Shealy established Rowley Family Dental Center in 1985 after graduating from Emory University School of Dentistry. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, he maintains active memberships in multiple dental associations while collecting antique dental equipment as a hobby.
Dr. Richard Seltenrich
Associate Dentist
Dr. Seltenrich joined the practice after completing his dental education at University of Louisville and residency at University of Cincinnati. A local native returning from Ohio, he brings architectural precision to dental restorations while focusing on comprehensive patient care.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for children?
We provide complete pediatric dental care including routine checkups, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and trauma treatment in a child-friendly environment designed to create positive dental experiences.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer same-day appointments for dental emergencies including toothaches, broken teeth, and lost fillings with immediate pain relief and restorative solutions.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash and credit card payments for all dental services while working with patients to maximize insurance benefits through preferred provider arrangements.
How can I whiten my teeth professionally?
Our professional teeth whitening options include in-office treatments achieving 8+ shades brighter results and custom take-home trays for gradual whitening with reduced sensitivity.
Do you offer dental implant solutions?
Yes, we provide comprehensive dental implant services from initial consultation to surgical placement and restoration with implant-supported crowns, bridges, or dentures for permanent tooth replacement.
What technology do you use?
Our practice features digital x-rays, intra-oral cameras, and CEREC one-visit crown technology to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficiency while improving patient comfort.
