Dr. Melissa Drum is a board-certified endodontist with over 20 years of experience helping patients in Columbus, Ohio. She earned her dental degree from the University of Minnesota and completed specialized training in endodontics at Ohio State University, where she now teaches as a professor and graduate program director. Dr. Drum focuses on making dental procedures as comfortable as possible by managing pain and anxiety, and she uses advanced ultrasound technology to diagnose infections with precision. She is skilled in advanced techniques for pain control and helps patients heal properly after treatment. Dr. Drum is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

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EndodonticsPrimary
Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

DDS, University of Minnesota, 2004
MS in Endodontics, Ohio State University College of Dentistry, 2006

Board Certifications

Diplomate, American Board of Endodontics

Credential: D.D.S., M.S.

NPI registered: 10/25/2006

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Areas of Focus

EndodonticsLocal anesthesiaIntra-operative pain controlPain and anxiety managementUltrasound diagnosis of infectionPostoperative management and infection prevention

Technology & Equipment

Ultrasonography

Beyond the Office

Graduate Program Director and Professor at Ohio State University College of Dentistry

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