Putting off a dental problem rarely makes it smaller. A filling that has started to crumble, a tooth that aches when you bite down, or gums that bleed more than they used to are all signs worth acting on, and Weaverville residents deserve a dentist who will address them thoroughly rather than with a quick, generic fix.
Travis J. Calhoun, DDS, has practiced general and restorative dentistry from his Asheville office for more than 30 years, and he welcomes Weaverville patients who are willing to make a comfortable drive south for fee-for-service care built on decades of consistency. Our practice handles most restorative needs in house, from a routine filling to a full plan for a smile that requires several kinds of repair.
Weaverville sits roughly twelve miles from our office at 22 Medical Park Drive, an easy trip for patients who would rather drive a little further for the right dentist than settle for the closest option. We know that decision is not automatic, so every part of the visit, from scheduling to the appointment itself, is designed to make the drive worthwhile.
That starts with a philosophy that has not changed in three decades: examine a patient’s mouth thoroughly, explain what is actually happening in plain language, and recommend treatment based on need rather than convenience. Weaverville patients who have grown frustrated with rushed appointments elsewhere tend to notice that difference right away.
Most of what brings Weaverville patients to our office falls under general and restorative dentistry, supported by a hygiene team that pays close attention to periodontal health.
A tooth with a deeply infected nerve does not have to be extracted. Root canal therapy removes the damaged tissue inside the tooth so it can remain in place and continue functioning as it should. Dr. Calhoun treats straightforward root canal cases directly and refers more involved situations to a trusted specialist, so Weaverville patients get the right level of care for their particular tooth.
Gum disease is often painless in its early stages, which is part of why it goes untreated so often. A CDC data brief on tooth loss among older adults found that the prevalence of complete tooth loss has dropped substantially over the past two decades, a shift researchers attribute in part to better restorative and periodontal treatment. Our hygienists watch closely for early signs of gum disease and provide deep cleaning for Weaverville patients whose periodontal health needs more than a standard cleaning.
For Weaverville patients missing a tooth, dental implants remain one of the most stable and natural-feeling replacement options. Dr. Calhoun handles the restoration portion of implant treatment, completing the crown, bridge, or denture once an oral surgeon or periodontist has placed the implant itself. Our office restores implants; it does not perform the surgical placement.
Choosing fee-for-service dental care is a deliberate decision, and Weaverville patients who choose it are usually looking for a level of attention that a high-volume, insurance-driven practice cannot always provide. We do not accept insurance as payment, but we file every claim on your behalf, and CareCredit financing is available for patients who prefer to spread larger treatment costs over time.
A handful of things tend to stand out once Weaverville patients become part of the practice.
If you want to learn more about Dr. Calhoun’s background before your first appointment, his full profile is available on our website.
A lifelong Asheville native trained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Calhoun has spent over 30 years rebuilding smiles throughout western North Carolina, from a single filling to a full arch restoration.
From a single filling to a completed implant restoration, Travis J. Calhoun, DDS, offers Weaverville patients the same unhurried, thorough approach regardless of the procedure. We remain fee-for-service and out of network with insurance carriers, but our team files your claims for you and offers CareCredit financing so treatment can move forward on your schedule.
If a tooth has been bothering you or it has been longer than you would like since your last cleaning, we would like to see you. Request an appointment to find a time that works for you.
Questions about payments and financing options? Give us a call at (828) 277-2722.
