6010 82nd St. Suite 300, Lubbock, TX 79424
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Dread The Doctor?
At Maupin Steffensen Endodontics, we take the dread out of endodontics. It’s a different kind of dental appointment here — one with first-rate care in a warm environment and a commitment that we’ll never recommend services you don’t actually need.
So, sit back and relax. We’re committed to protecting your teeth, your nerves, and your wallet.
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Dental Implants
Just because you lose a tooth doesn’t mean you’re doomed forever to an embarrassing smile or difficulty chewing. Dental implants are a practical and permanent solution that our team can provide by surgically placing an anchor for a replacement tooth.
At Maupin Steffensen Endodontics, dental implants happen in three phases:
- A skilled dentist places the post into the jawbone
- The area heals and undergoes osseointegration, which means it combines with the bone to create a solid foundation.
- An artificial tooth is placed securely onto the implant.
Meet Our Team
We’re here because we love to help.
Dr. Charles Maupin
Dr. Charles T. Maupin grew up in Artesia, New Mexico. He graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Lubbock Christian University. Dr. Maupin received his DDS degree from Baylor College of Dentistry. Following graduation from Baylor College of Dentistry, Dr. Maupin attended the University of California, Los Angeles, where he served as Chief Resident and received his endodontic specialty. Dr. Maupin continues to be involved in UCLA where he is a part-time faculty member.
Dr. Maupin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics making him the only Board Certified Endodontist in Lubbock, Texas. He is an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association and the South Plains District Dental Society. Dr. Maupin is a founding member of the International Academy of Endodontics, and is excited to be on the forefront in revolutionizing endodontics.
Dr. Maupin works very closely with your dentist to ensure that you receive the absolute best treatment in restoring your oral health. Dr. Maupin takes great pride in preserving as much of your natural tooth as possible. Using the microscope for every stage of treatment, Dr. Maupin is able to accomplish this goal.
Dr. Maupin is married to Stephanie and is the proud father of Lucy, Lily, and Jett. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing sports, reading, hunting and anything dentistry related.
At Maupin Steffensen Endodontics, we’re committed to your comfort and well-being as much as your oral health. We can restore your smile with gentle, conservative endodontic treatment. Whether you are a referral, or are in need of our services for tooth pain, contact our Lubbock, Texas office. Our practice also serves patients in Plainview, Brownfield, and Levelland, Texas, as well as Roswell, Hobbs, and Clovis, New Mexico.
Dr. Chris Steffensen
Dr. Chris Steffensen was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He graduated with a B.A. in Spanish from the University of New Mexico and then went on to receive his dental degree from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry. After dental school, he attended Nova Southeastern University for his endodontic residency. Dr. Steffensen has been practicing in Albuquerque for the past two years.
Dr. Steffensen enjoys spending time with his wife, Saydie, and is the proud father of four children: Rielly, Gavin, Ruby, and Logan. Their involvement in sports and music keep him busy when outside the dental office. He loves being with his family, playing sports, and watching movies. The whole family is excited to be a part of the great community here in Lubbock.
What is an Endodontist?
Endodontics is a discipline of dentistry that focuses on the roots and inside of the tooth. Endodontists are dentists who specialized in maintaining teeth through endodontic therapy or procedures that involve the soft inner tissue of the teeth. In addition to dental school, endodontists receive two or more years of advanced education in endodontic treatment, studying root canal techniques and procedures in greater depth. All dentists are trained in endodontic therapy, but some teeth can be very difficult to treat and diagnose. The advanced training endodontists receive makes them especially adept at diagnosing tooth pain and treating difficult cases.
Root Canal Treatment
Endodontic treatment (root canal treatment) is a procedure that treats the infected soft tissue, the pulp, of a tooth. A tooth contains three layers, the enamel, the dentin and the pulp. The enamel is the white portion of the tooth visible when you smile. Under the enamel lies a hard layer called the dentin. Beneath the enamel and dentin, lies the pulp. The pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, connective tissue and provides nutrients to the hard tissues during development.