Dr. Frank Parreira spent his formative years bouncing around the globe as an Army brat, finally settling in Annapolis, Maryland. He earned his bachelors degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1980. After a brief stint in the Minnesota Twins farm system, he completed his DDS degree from the University of Maryland School of Dental Surgery in 1984. Frank entered the Navys 1925I dental student program during his junior year at the University of Maryland.
Dr. Parreira practiced as a Navy general dentist for seven years prior to being accepted to the Naval postgraduate program at Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Parreira graduated from Bethesda with a certificate in Endodontics in 1993. In 1996 he successfully challenged the board and received Board Certification in Endodontics. Dr. Parreira has served in numerous assignments in the Navy, including the Philippines, Dental Assignments Officer at Naval Personnel Command, and Executive Officer for the Gulf Coast Region. Dr. Parreiras final duty station was as the Dental Clinic Director at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Parreira received numerous awards and recognitions during his illustrious 22-year Naval career, including the Commanding Officers award for clinical excellence and the Commanding Officers award for Outstanding Mentor.
During his Naval career, Dr. Parreira served in numerous capacities that have enhanced his private practice experience. He has served as the Command Infection Control Officer on two different tours and was directly responsible for all patient relations issues for over 10 years of his career. He continues to be committed to continuing education, averaging over 50 hours a year as well as annually attending the national conference for endodontists. Dr. Parreira is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Endodontists, American Board of Endodontics, Maryland State Dental Association, Anne Arundel County Dental Society, and the Christian Medical and Dental Association.
Prior to retiring from the Navy, Dr. Parreira started moonlighting with Dr. Luzader at the Chesapeake Endodontic Center. He was so impressed with the practices focus on compassionate care and the way the staff treated all of the patients as family that he became a full-time partner in 2008.
Personally, Dr. Parreira enjoys all sports, particularly the ones he can play with his grandchildren. He is married to his high-school sweetheart, the former Cheryl Fry, and has three children: Kristin, a Marine Corps wife married to Patrick (USNA 2011), Jimmy (USNA 2011), an F-18 pilot currently stationed in Oceana, VA, and Brian, a USC Aiken graduate and currentlyplaying professional baseball in Joliet IL. Frank and Cheryl have 4 precious grandchildren, Camden, Charley, Hattie and Jordan.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 229 reviews
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a year ago
I was very nervous about getting a root canal. Dr. Parreira and his assistant were very helpful answering my questions and the doctor walked me through every step of the procedure. Dr. Parreira made my root canal "painless", so my prior anxiety was just a waste of my time. I highly recommend going to this practice if you need a root canal.
Chris Erdle
a year ago
Time in Waiting room was a bit too long
Catherine Weber
a year ago
I was relieved that this practice offered emergency service, as I was quite uncomfortable. I left a message after hours and was contacted with an appointment for early the next day. Everyone in the office was very professional. Dr P was low-keyed and explained each step. Although they don't participate with United Concordia, they do the legwork and had a clear estimate of my out-of-pocket costs.
Jen Smith
a year ago
I have had several root canals over the years. Yesterday, with Dr. Luzader and the team at Chesapeake Endodontic Center, I can say that it was the best root canal experience ever. The only pain/discomfort I felt was from having my mouth propped open for so long (I have a very small mouth and the root canal was the last tooth on the top) and the preceding fear of the procedure. After the numbing was gone yesterday, I had nearly no pain at all. I took a few Tylenol as a precaution for pain that may come. Today I don't need any Tylenol at all. The team were calm, kind, worked extremely well together and addressed any request I had quickly. Dr. Luzader spoke gently to me, telling me with each stage what was going to happen next. My case was challenging due to a root that was difficult to reach. At one point Dr. Luzader gave me the opportunity to stop and return to finish the procedure another day if I couldn't tolerate the jaw being opened any longer. I stayed and prayed while he was working tirelessly on that pesky root. I clapped when he was done and thanked him for his persistence. I had a minor root canal with another endodontic practice and doctor and it was the exact opposite of this review. If, heaven forbid, I need any more endodontic work I will be going back to Chesapeake Endodontic and Dr. Luzader! Thank you Dr. Luzader and the entire team!
Robert and Linda Lamothe
a year ago
Very pleased with your most helpful staff and a very professional medical evaluation.
William Dial
a year ago
Excellent in every respect.
Jill Turner
a year ago
The office staff was professional. My appointment went as planned . The dentist was friendly and straight forward, explaining everything I needed to know in order to make an informed decision about my treatment.
karen schnell
a year ago
I cannot say enough to tell you about my experience with the staff of Chesapeake Endodontic Center. I was warmly greeted upon entering the practice and shown to a very cozy waiting room. Where I unfortunately only enjoyed for a minute as they took me to a dental room right away! I took my shoes off and was told to do whatever made me comfortable. The doctor came in with in aoment and ask me what brought me in. He listened attentively and got right to work, explaining along the way everything he was doing in my mouth. The soft praise music was wonderfully soothing and I can't believe I'm saying thing... they made getting a root canal a pleasant experience!
Peter Byrne
2 years ago
Great Root canal . Good outcome Did not hurt 30 minutes
Jon A
2 years ago
The entire staff are awesome. They have been super patient with my family. They worked with us because we had no insurance. I can't recommend this office enough.
Teresa Seibel
2 years ago
Everyone was very friendly and caring about their patients. Dr Luzader was great explain everything he was doing with the tooth. This meant ot to me and he was very caring too.
Ellen Weiss
2 years ago
After 1 and half hours I walked away pain free and knowing that the work had been well done.
Maureen Van Besien
2 years ago
Needed an emergency root canal. The entire staff was professional and caring. Highly recommend.
Carolyn Ring
2 years ago
This is a well run business that caters to its clientele. I am very pleased with Dr. Luzander and all of his support people. I was scheduled out in time and they worked diligently to get an earlier appointment for me. I was kept apprised of everything being done to me and why. I could not be happier with their work. I highly recommend them.
brian carey
2 years ago
I went to Chesapeake Endodontic to have an old root canal retreated. I had the pleasure of being the patient of Doctor Luzader and his assistant Savanah. I could not have been happier with my experience. The technical expertise was excellent. Most striking was the obvious attention to the patient. I was walked through every step as the treatment was progressing. My comfort was as important to them as the successful outcome of the treatment. Hats of to them both for an experience that exceeded all expectations; an experience that could not have been better.
Zoe Hannah
2 years ago
This office and the doctor are so wonderful and easy to work with. The office runs like a well oiled machine. The doctor told me what was going on very clearly and calmly, which is nice for someone with anxiety about medical procedures. Highly recommend this endodontist if you have anxiety.
D A
2 years ago
Excellent staff, on-time, thorough and a beautiful office. Was convenient to fill-out paperwork online in advance. Job well done! Highly recommend!
Sue Cecere
2 years ago
Dr. Parreria is wonderful as is his staff. They keep you comfortable and informed during the entire procedure. I highly recommend them!
Abbey Bee
2 years ago
This was one of the easiest experiences I've ever had getting dental work done. They were ready with a blanket to start my appointment. They numbed my mouth painlessly and got started. Before I knew it I was done and on my way home. Dr. Luzader explained everything as he worked but did everything quickly and efficiently. So relieved it's finished and that it was so easy!
Brian Delphus
2 years ago
Everything about my visit was handled professionally. My condition was thoroughly explained.
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