Dr. Michael A. Michelakis (Dr. Mike)Dr. Michelakis earned a bachelors degree in microbiology from Ohio State University in 1982, followed by his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1986. An Ohio native born in Warren, he began his own private practice in Austintown, Ohio, and remained there for fourteen years before moving to North Carolina in 2000.Dr. Mike enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has a special interest in endodontics (root canals), dentures and cosmetic dentistry. Having taken many art and pottery classes in high school, college and postgraduate school, Dr. Mike can bring his artistic skills to all his cosmetic cases. This, in combination with special training in the use of CEREC and CAD/CAM technology, enables him to create extremely aesthetic same-day crowns as well as other restorations. Call today to schedule your visit with Dr. Mike!
Dr. Aaron S. WardDr. Aaron S. Ward graduated summa cum laude from Campbell University in 1999. He went on to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry as a presidential scholar, earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in 2003. He began practicing dentistry in Shallotte, North Carolina, in the summer of 2003.
Whether root canals, crowns and bridges, complete and partial dentures, restoration of dental implants, aesthetic fillings, or minor oral surgery, to name a few, Dr. Ward enjoys providing comprehensive dental care for entire families from adults to children. Cosmetic dentistry is of particular interest to him, including veneers, crowns and cosmetic bonding. With the recent addition of CEREC, most indirect restorations such as crowns, veneers, inlays and onlays can be completed in just one visit.
In 2018, Dr. Ward furthered his education and clinical skill set by successfully completing a seven-month educational continuum in dental implantology from the Triangle Dental Institute, receiving his diploma in November of that same year. While at the institute, Dr. Ward was trained in the surgical placement of dental implants, guided bone regeneration (GBR), guided tissue regeneration (GTR), site preservation bone grafting (socket grafting) and implant-supported full-arch restoration.
In July 2018, Dr. Ward also completed a surgical residency in dental implantology at the Dominican Training Institute (DTI) under the supervision of Dr. Leo Malin. Dr. Malin operates an implant-only practice in Lacrosse, Wisconsin, and is a recognized authority in the field of dental implantology.
Dr. Ward is a member of the International Congress of Oral lmplantologists (ICOI). With the addition of a Cone Beam CT (CBCT), Dr. Ward can now perform fully guided dental implant surgery. Guided implant surgery is based on the fabrication of a custom surgical stent generated from the CBCT that Dr. Ward will use to place your dental implants. Guided surgery ensures that your dental implants will be placed in the proper position and depth, therefore increasing success and decreasing complications. CBCT is a 3D X-ray and is quickly becoming the standard of care in dental implant surgery.
Dr. Ward has been on three Christian medical mission trips to Haiti, providing dental care to the people of Cayes-Jacmel. He also enjoys volunteering his time and dental services with the NC Baptist Mens mobile dental clinic. He and his wife, Rachel, reside in Shallotte along with their five children.
In addition, most of our team members have been with us for more than 16 years. This experience ensures we work together very well with Drs. Michael Michelakis and Aaron Ward, to offer comfortable and attentive care. You can also count on our hygienists and assistants to provide you with efficient, considerate service at every visit. Please call us at 910-754-4507 if you have questions or would like to arrange a visit with our dentists.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 26 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJimmie Hankins
a year ago
Great experience. Friendly staff.
Elaine Coffee
a year ago
Efficient and professional ... and friendly!! Checks all the boxes!! Currently undergoing a needed renovation
Marcia Gregory
a year ago
Roma is my hygienist and she is so thoughtful and caring. I don't mind sitting in the chair when I know she'll be taking care of me. I love Dr Mike too. Great place to go for your dental needs. All the staff are compassionate and easy to deal with.
Marina Vitale
a year ago
Prompt and exceptional dental care!!
Shirl Wood
a year ago
We had a family dentist for about 20 years and after he passed away we had such a hard time finding a dentist we liked. My appointment yesterday was good, the staff was friendly and gentle.
Ronnie Boysworth
a year ago
Professional and friendly
Andy Fabian
a year ago
The best cleaning I have had in 10 years. The young lady named Erin was spectacular. Going to be setting another appointment for my beautiful wife. Great Dentistry!
Diana Legge
a year ago
I've been using Carolina Coast Dentist for the last 16 years. I would not think of going anywhere else.b
Mary Yeager
a year ago
We have been going to CCFD in al of our 18 years in this area. We have always been impressed with how professional, cleanly, available in time of need, helpful & friendly the entire staff is.
Wendy Cifelli
a year ago
The appointments are on time, the staff friendly and treatments are skillfully done.
Jim Yeager
a year ago
Dental experience was timely, professional & well done.
Jennifer Sherman
2 years ago
My family loves Dr. Ward! I seen a new hygienist, Erin, today and she did a great job.
terry hewett
2 years ago
Dr. Michael and his team was very nice and very knowledgeable. Thank you!
Adam Roper
2 years ago
Dr. Michael Michelakis did an amazing job fixing my broken left molar! I felt zero real pain during the entire procedure. The same day crown technology they utilize is also amazing. I left my visit feeling great and will be going back for all my dental needs.
Kevin "Q" Quattro
2 years ago
Okay look, so, I had a root canal today. My first. Around these parts Doctor and Dentist visits take like 3-months to schedule. It's misery. I got lucky 3-weeks ago and was able to secure a dentist appt in a week. Got in there and drilled out one helluva a cavity. Enough that she warned me I may need a root canal. We shall have to see. Turns out, heck yes I needed a root canal! I spent the last two weeks in a level of pain I've not had since dating that one gal in 6th grade for 4 days. It was really terrible. Constant non-stop throbbing pain. Hot metal hammer to the jaw pain. So my Dentist sets me up with the "tooth canal" doc. Warns me I could be looking at TWO MONTHS for a spot. Just how it is here. So I get the phone call this morning from the "tooth canal" doc. "Hey so we need to bring you in for a possible root canal?" Yeah. "Okay sweetie, well, can you come today. Right now?" I didn't even answer, I just dropped my phone and jumped in the Jeep as fast as my credit score fell after my first credit card. So there I was, in another state, getting my first root canal. I can tell you it was amazingly pleasant. The place looked like where Grizzly Adams lives. They had all the latest tech and gear. The X-Ray wasn't some horrifying machine from every alien adduction movie you've seen. Instead it's this small ray gun she held in her hand. ZAP, done. Then out comes the doc, a couple needle pokes, and humorous banter later, all done! They even have huge windows in the room where you can watch trees and birds doing forest things. All very relaxing.
Ginny Richmond
4 years ago
Dr. Michelakis is so kind. Getting a tooth pulled is no fun, but he made it painless for me. He took his time, gave me many tiny shots until I was completely numb and they didn't even hurt! So glad I found this dentist!
Ginny Richmond
5 years ago
Dr. Michelakis is so kind. Getting a tooth pulled is no fun, but he made it painless for me. He took his time, gave me many tiny shots until I was completely numb and they didn't even hurt! So glad I found this dentist!
Jessica McLamb
5 years ago
Hands down the best dentist and staff I've been to. I've been coming here for many years and have never had an issue. Root canals, fillings, crowns; all of them were great experiences.
breanna benton
5 years ago
I've been going here since I was a little girl, I love the great experience I get every time I go. They always treat their patients like family and are very good at their jobs. 10/10 Recommend this wonderful office for your dental needs
Jessica McLamb
6 years ago
Hands down the best dentist and staff I've been to. I've been coming here for many years and have never had an issue. Root canals, fillings, crowns; all of them were great experiences.
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