Name: Erik Walker, D.M.D.
Address: 60 Brattle St Apt 101, Cambridge, MA, 02138-3737, US
Telephone: 617-354-3351

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Why Adults Are Choosing Invisalign®
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

These days, it’s become more common to see adults at our office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners . . . that is, if you can see them! Read more
Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Cambridge, Massachusetts office for checkups and necessary dental work. Read more
How to Care for Your Invisalign® Aligners
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Is it possible to straighten the teeth without braces? Yes, it is. Welcome to the world of Invisalign aligners. Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, thermoplastic material that is Read more
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more
Charcoal Toothpaste
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated Read more
Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more
Porcelain Veneers are a Viable Option for Smile Transformation
posted: Aug. 06, 2013.

There are a number of materials and techniques available in cosmetic dentistry that help us improve our patients' smiles. Porcelain veneers stand out as one of the most popular and Read more
LeAnn Rimes Dental Drama: Emergency Root Canal
posted: Jul. 15, 2013.

Singer LeAnn Rimes was forced to cancel a string of performances recently, as a more pressing engagement came up: a late-night meeting with her endodontist. It turned out that the Read more
Why Your Teeth May Hurt
posted: Jun. 27, 2013.

Don't ignore tooth pain hoping it goes away. No matter how mild or fleeting it may be, it's a sign that something's wrong. Healthy teeth shouldn't cause discomfort because the Read more
Did You Know? Major League Baseball Players Have New Restrictions on Chewing Tobacco
posted: Jun. 14, 2013.

Chewing tobacco is a known cause of oral cancer, yet many a Major League Baseball player has been seen walking onto the field with a round tin visibly poking out Read more
Answering Common Questions on TMJ Disorders
posted: May 31, 2013.

You have probably heard a lot of people talk about TMJ disorders, but do you know what it all means? How do you know if you are suffering from a Read more
Fitness Expert Jillian Michaels Helps Kick Sleep Apnea
posted: May 15, 2013.

Jillian Michaels, personal trainer and star of television's The Biggest Loser isn't afraid of a tough situation — like a heart-pumping exercise routine that mixes kickboxing with a general cardio Read more
Seeking Relief From Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Apr. 20, 2013.

There are some people, particularly women around the age of menopause, who experience an uncomfortable burning and dry sensation in their mouths most of the time. The exact cause of Read more
John Stamos, Britney Spears, and How to Relax During Dental Treatment
posted: Apr. 04, 2013.

We're always tickled to see dentists represented in popular culture, especially when portrayed by an actor as handsome as John Stamos. On the hit television show Glee, Stamos played a Read more
Facts You Should Know About Gum Disease
posted: Mar. 22, 2013.

Research has shown that periodontal (gum) disease can affect the health of your whole body. Evidence suggests a relationship between severe gum disease and cardiovascular disease (“cardio” – heart; “vascular” Read more