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Mouthguard Protection
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.
Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards Read more
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Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.
No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
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The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
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Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.
It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read more
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Brushing Tips for Kids
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.
You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read more
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Ten Fun Things to Do with Your Old Toothbrush
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.
the doctor and our staff recommend that you replace your worn-out, germy toothbrush with a new one every three months. But most people either forget or resist getting rid of Read more
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The Connection Between Your Mouth and Your Heart
posted: Jul. 08, 2025.
At Walker Dental, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show signs Read more
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Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
posted: Jul. 01, 2025.
As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read more
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Just What Is Plaque?
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.
From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more
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What exactly is a root canal?
posted: Jun. 17, 2025.
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor Read more
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Celebrate Your Dad's Smile
posted: Jun. 10, 2025.
Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more
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Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Jun. 03, 2025.
Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more
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What did the first dentures look like?
posted: May 27, 2025.
Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read more
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Teeth, Bones—What’s the Difference?
posted: May 20, 2025.
They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more
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Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: May 13, 2025.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read more
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Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
posted: May 06, 2025.
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not Read more