Zack Walker, DDS Blog

If you’ve ever worried about the whiteness of your teeth, you are not alone. Ever since people figured out how to recognize their own reflections, they have fretted over stains in their teeth and sought ways to achieve a whiter smile. While your dentist can provide you with safe and effective teeth whitening treatments today, some other whitening methods are best left in previous centuries. Here’s a brief overview of the history of teeth whitening to help you better appreciate how pleasant modern dentistry is.

Did you have a cavity or two in 2023? Maybe you aced both of your dental checkups and want to ensure the same thing happens this year. Whatever the case may be, there’s no time like the present to establish good oral hygiene best practices. With this in mind, here are four New Year’s Resolutions for a healthier smile!

A healthy smile is a gift and an asset that everyone can use in their lives. From preventing cavities to keeping your smile bright and your gums healthy, dental hygiene is essential to preserve that asset. October just happens to be Dental Hygiene Month, so why not reinforce your routine?

If you want to learn the five best ways to take care of your smile, continue reading. These tips will help you keep your mouth healthy through October and beyond!

The end of the year will be here before you know it—so have you thought about what all needs to be done before you throw out your old calendar and hang up your new one? If you have a cavity that requires a dental filling, visiting your dentist should be on your to-do list. Even if the cavity doesn’t seem very serious or painful, it can easily lead to long-term consequences that spell bad news for your smile and general wellness. It’s also optimal for your insurance benefits! Continue reading below to learn more from your trusted dentist about dental fillings and why it’s going to be in your best interest to receive one before the end of the year!

Dental crowns are an excellent way to restore injured teeth, but they do not last forever. Their lifespan typically ranges from ten to fifteen years, but there are certain circumstances that might cause them to need replacement sooner. Only a dentist can determine that you need a new crown, but staying aware of the signals and symptoms of an aging restoration can help ensure that you get the attention you need before it fails. Here are some key warnings that you should see a dentist about the health of your crown.

If you’re like most people, there’s probably something that bothers you a little bit about your smile. However, you may not want to dive headfirst into the world of cosmetic dentistry, especially if you haven’t had much dental work done in the past.

You might be interested to hear that your dentist has myriad options available to you that are both effective and non-invasive. Here are some interesting examples.

Summer is here, which means your bags are packed and your hotel reservations are booked. As you anticipate your departure, you’re probably not expecting a dental emergency to ruin your travel plans. However, dental emergencies can occur with no warning and at any time. Although you can’t always stop them from happening, here are 5 tips to protect your smile while you’re away.

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Summer means a lot of different things to different people. Some people immediately think of barbecues, while others think of long days spent lounging in the pool. For dentists, however, it’s hard not to think about the unique challenges that people’s oral health can face this time of year.

If you’re wondering about the things you may need to watch out for this summer, here are a few tips for how to protect your oral health as temperatures start to rise.

It’s award show season. As you tune in to see who wins best actor or who has the best album of the year, you may also notice all the picture-perfect smiles on the red carpet. It’s often thought that cosmetic dentistry treatments, like veneers, are only for the rich and famous but nothing could be further from the truth! You can achieve the smile of your dreams with its various treatments. Here’s what to know about cosmetic dentistry and some of its services that are available to you.

If your gums feel irritated or bleed whenever you brush your teeth, there’s a chance you might be dealing with gum disease. And if you’re familiar with gum disease, you’ve probably heard all sorts of things about the condition—however, as serious as the disorder is, there are still many weird myths floating around about it that deter patients from seeking treatment from their dentist. Keep reading below to learn more about four of these myths and how they aren’t true.