Highlights
- Has Online Scheduling
Biography
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 mem… Read more ›
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Excellent experience as usual! I have been coming to Dr. Howell my entire life and his expertise and professionalism is unmatched in the industry. Highly recommended!…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of William And Mary | Bachelors Degree | B.S. Chemistry | 1982 |
| Medical College of Virginia | Doctorate | D.D.S. | 1989 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Continuing Medical Education (CME) - International College of Implantologists | Diplomat | 2013 |
| Continuing Medical Education (CME) - Academy of General Dentistry | Mastership | 2012 |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Dental Association | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry | Present |
| Professional Member | American College of Dentists | Present |
| Professional Member | Virginia Dental Association | Present |
| Professional Member | Tidewater Dental Association | Present |
| Professional Member | Academy of General Dentistry | Present |
| Professional Member | Delta Sigma Delta | Present |
| Professional Member | Portsmouth-Suffolk Study Club | Present |
| Professional Member | Seaboard Study Club | Present |
| Professional Member | Sentara Obici Hospital Medical Staff | Present |
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Forms and Articles for Patients
Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Dentist
Years In Practice: 37 (started in 1989)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Howell specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 2
Most Recent Review: 01/27/2016
Office & Staff Evaluation
Provider Evaluation
Review by
Eric K.
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January 27, 2016
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RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC - 102 Western Ave
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“True Dentistry Excellence!”
Excellent experience as usual! I have been coming to Dr. Howell my entire life and his expertise and professionalism is unmatched in the industry.
Highly recommended!
Review by
Grace W.
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January 27, 2016
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RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC - 102 Western Ave
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Ease of Getting an Appointment
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Courtesy of Practice Staff
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Appearance & Atmosphere of Office
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Handling of Billing & Insurance
- Average Wait Time Not Rated
“I was very pleased with my visit. Beth is a very thorough and fine employee.”
I rate this office the tops! Dr. Howell is very good too. I found out he went to school with my brother John, small world.
Grace Werkheiser
Locations
Affiliated Practices
RL Howell DDS & Associates, PC
102 Western AveSuffolk, VA 23434
A Division of Atlantic Dental Care
5837 Harbour View Blvd.Suffolk, VA 23435
Practice Colleagues
Leigh Blakiston, DDS - Dentist
Dr Christine Howell, DDS - Dentist
Leroy Howell, DDS - Dentist
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Air Abrasion
- Amalgam Fillings
- Antibiotic Treatment
- Apicoectomy
- Bone Grafting
- Brush & Floss
- Bruxism
- Composite Fillings
- Cracked Tooth
- Crown Lengthening
- Crowns (caps)
- Dental Exams & Cleanings
- Dental Implants
- Dental X-rays
- Dentures & Partial Dentures
- Diagnodent®
- Digital X-rays
- Empress® Restorations
- Fixed Bridges
- Fluoride Treatment
- General Dentistry
- Gum & Jawbone Corrective Treatments
- Gum Grafting
- Gum Recession
- Home Care
- Impacted Canines
- Inlay Restorations
- Mini Dental Implants
- Onlay Restorations
- Oral Cancer Exam
- Oral Hygiene Aids
- Oral Pathology
- Panoramic X-rays
- Periodontal Scaling & Root Planing
- Pocket Irrigation
- Pocket Reduction Surgery
- Prophylaxis (teeth Cleaning)
- Regenerative Procedures
- Ridge Modification
- Root Amputation
- Root Canal Retreatment
- Root Canal Therapy
- Sealants
- Sinus Augmentation
- Soft Tissue Grafting
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- As needed
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Ralph L. Howell Jr., DDS, MAGD accepts the following payment methods:- Debit Cards
- Care Credit
- Discover
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cash
More info: We accept payment in the form of cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and Care Credit.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
While we are only in network with a few plans, our office is happy to submit claims to all insurance companies for our patients.
Comment - “ True Dentistry Excellence! ”
Excellent experience as usual! I have been coming to Dr. Howell my entire life and his expertise and professionalism is unmatched in the industry. Highly recommended!