Dr. Eric Rivera is an endodontist in Chapel Hill, NC, with 20 years of experience and a passion for root canal treatment and tooth preservation. He holds a Master's Degree in Endodontics from UNC and is board-certified by the American Board of Endodontics, where he also served as founder and former director. Dr. Rivera is recognized as a Top Dentist by his peers and has received the American Association of Endodontists' Endodontic Educator Award for his dedication to teaching and advancing the field. At Peak Endodontics, he combines cutting-edge technology with a compassionate approach to relieve pain and restore your confidence in your smile. Dr. Rivera is accepting new patients.

Specialties

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EndodonticsPrimary
Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

Master's Degree in Endodontics from UNC
GPR Dental Residency at Charlotte Memorial Hospital
Doctor of Dental Surgery with honors from UNC School of Dentistry

Board Certifications

Founder and former Director of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Endodontics
Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics

Credential: DDS, MS

NPI registered: 08/23/2006

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Areas of Focus

Endodontics

Professional Memberships

American Association of Endodontists

Awards & Recognition

American Association of Endodontists' 1996 Endodontic Educator Award
Top Dentist by peer selection in Chapel Hill Magazine (2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017)

Beyond the Office

Former Chair of Endodontics at University of North Carolina

Former Chair of Endodontics at University of Iowa

Jacob B. Freedland Distinguished Associate Professor with tenure at UNC School of Dentistry

Graduate Program Director at UNC

Team dentist for all UNC-Chapel Hill men's and women's athletic teams

Provided care through Endodontic Dental Faculty Practice at UNC

Maintained privileges at UNC Hospital Operating Room, Durham VA Dental Clinic, and Central Prison Dental Clinic

Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications and book chapters

Section Editor and reviewer for multiple scientific journals

Presented research nationally and internationally

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