Zack Walker, DDS Blog

Undergoing professional teeth whitening is a wonderful way to refresh and rejuvenate the appearance of your smile. At-home teeth whitening is performed gradually over the course of one to two weeks, and during this time it is important that you stay away from highly pigmented foods and beverages. Keep reading to find out more about what that includes from your cosmetic dentist in Kernersville.

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We’ve got a question for you, and be honest here — are you flossing regularly? Everyone should floss at least once a day. Unfortunately, many people do not manage to floss as often as recommended. But the truth is, flossing is an absolutely crucial preventive dentistry step for continued oral health. Keep reading to learn more about why this habit is so important, and how you can successfully add it to your nighttime routine for a cleaner, healthier smile.

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Dental implants are a wonderful way to replace one, two, or an entire arch of missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw. While many people can benefit from this option, not everyone is an eligible candidate. Are you cut out for this comprehensive tooth replacement? Keep reading to find out more about dental implants in Kernersville.

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And just like that, it’s 2018! We hope you and your loved ones are having a great start to the new year. What are you looking to achieve this go-around? If it’s improving your appearance, we’ve got an idea. Professional teeth whitening is a simple way to dramatically transform your smile — and we offer take-home kits that allow you to do it at your own pace. Keep reading to find out more about how it works, and how you can get started today!

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If you want to improve your health in 2018, you could make a point to exercise more, look at the screen less, or recommit to your oral hygiene routine. When it comes to the latter, you might be doing more good than you realize. Your dentist in Kernersville wants to remind you that the health of your teeth and gums is closely linked to your systemic well-being — keep reading to find out how, and what you can do to strengthen both.

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Jaw pain is the most noticeable side effect of what a lot of people refer to as “TMJ.” It’s actually temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMD, but we don’t want to get too technical here. The most important thing if you’re experiencing pain in your jaw — or if it’s clicking and popping when you open and close it — is finding relief. TMJ therapy in Kernersville can help! Keep reading to find out more about this painful condition, including why it occurs and what you can do to stop it.

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Teeth whitening is an increasingly popular cosmetic treatment for all kinds of smiles — from professional business people looking to impress to teens who have just had their braces taken off. However, myths still remain about how it works. Your cosmetic dentist in Kernersville sets the record straight on teeth whitening myths in this week’s blog post. Stick around — you’re going to want to read these!  

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Dentures may still have a reputation for being uncomfortable or stressful, like the ones that slip around or fall out when you’re least expecting it. But these days, that reputation is (thankfully) far from reality. Today’s dentures are a natural-looking, effective method for replacing a number of missing teeth — but only if you visit an expert like Dr. Veronica S. Walker. She regularly restores smiles with full and partial dentures in Kernersville!

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These days, there’s just no reason to live with a smile that looks anything less than perfect. Cosmetic dentistry is more affordable and accessible than ever — and as your cosmetic dentist in Kernersville, Dr. Veronica S. Walker can help you reveal your most stunning smile with porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, or professional teeth whitening.

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Too many people live with imperfect front teeth. But if you’re in the position to do something about those chipped, cracked, or stained teeth, why not take the necessary steps to reveal your very best smile? Choosing porcelain veneers in Kernersville is something like hitting the “refresh” button on your front teeth, or the six that show when you speak and smile.

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