Periodontist, Endodontist, and Implant Dentist - Coeur d'Alene, ID

Advanced Care with a Gentle Touch for Healthy Lifelong Smiles

Your Local Expert in Periodontics and Endodontics

At Shaun M. Whitney DDS, we specialize in advanced periodontal and endodontic treatments in Coeur d’Alene, ID, using the latest technology and a gentle, conservative approach.

As a dual-trained periodontist and endodontist, Dr. Whitney provides comprehensive care designed to preserve your natural teeth, protect your oral health, and restore lasting comfort and confidence!

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Shaun Whitney, DDS

Dr. Whitney received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, and subsequently completed a 3-year residency in periodontics and implant surgery, as well as an additional 2-year residency in endodontics, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Endodontists, and the American Academy of Periodontology, as well as a board-eligible Endodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.

Dr. Whitney served as President of the Idaho Panhandle Dental Society (2014-2015) and currently serves as the Idaho Panhandle Trustee for the Idaho State Dental Association. He was recently inducted as a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, an honorary international dental service organization dedicated to promoting leadership and ethics in dentistry.

Expert Periodontal Care in Your Neighborhood

As the only dedicated periodontal practice in the Coeur d’Alene, ID area, we’re committed to the long-term health and wellness of your smile. Every treatment we provide is designed to save teeth, prevent disease, and promote lifelong oral health.

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GentleWave®: Advanced Technology for Comfortable, Effective Endodontics

Our practice proudly offers GentleWave® therapy, a cutting-edge treatment that uses sound energy and sterilized fluids to clean and disinfect the root canal system with unmatched precision. This modern alternative to traditional methods ensures healthier outcomes and a faster recovery.

What Are the Benefits of GentleWave?

Our Comprehensive Specialty Treatments

LANAP® Laser Therapy

Our LANAP® laser gum disease treatment targets the source of infection and inflammation without cutting or stitches. This minimally invasive approach encourages natural healing and helps regenerate healthy tissue and bone.

Endodontics with GentleWave

Through advanced endodontics and GentleWave technology, we treat infection deep within the tooth to preserve your natural smile and prevent future pain, all with remarkable comfort and precision. As a dual-specialist surgical expert, Dr. Whitney can provide comprehensive solutions, including apicoectomy and root amputation, ensuring you can keep as many of your own teeth as possible.

Soft Tissue Treatments

Our soft tissue treatments correct gum irregularities, restore balance to your smile, and improve both function and aesthetics. These treatments help maintain healthy gum tissue, keeping your smile in its best possible shape.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are a permanent solution to tooth loss. With versatile options to replace any number of missing teeth, we can rebuild your complete smile to restore your comfort and confidence for life.

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Experience Next-Level Specialist Care with a Compassionate Expert.

Schedule your visit to our Coeur d’Alene, ID, practice and rediscover your healthiest smile!