Winston-Salem Dental Specialists is locally and independently owned and operated. At Winston-Salem Dental Specialists (formerly Winston-Salem Periodontics), our patients feel at ease in their dental “home.” Our state-of-the-art technology coupled with our doctors’ extensive expertise allows our patients to receive top quality service and periodontal care. With over 300 5-star reviews, Winston-Salem Dental Specialists strives to provide professional and exceptional care to all patients.
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About Winston-Salem Dental Specialists
Our wide range of services allows our patients to have personalized treatments that are catered to each specific need. We provide treatment in areas such as root canals, implants, crowns, bridges, fillings, teeth whitening, Invisalign, and more. Sedation dentistry is also available upon request. Our periodontists, Drs. Wright, Ammoura and Peavy, our endodontist, Dr. Applebaum, and our prosthodontist, Dr. Baker, along with the rest of our team, will ensure that you receive the best possible dental care to fulfill your specific needs.
“Cannot recommend this team enough! Everyone goes above and beyond to be helpful, thorough, and kind!”
Molly Hallman
jerry blevins2023-09-22Very professional and friendly.
Jim Bryant2023-09-21My wife Marty had a GREAT experience. Brittany and Dr Wright are awesome.
Michael D'Amore2023-09-20Love love love this team. Real heart here. Professional, kind and clean. My three favorite things. They keep me smiling bright!
Sandi Godfrey2023-09-15All of the ladies I spoke with at Winston-Salem Periodontics are very very nice and easy to talk to. I recommend this periodontic office highly.
Martha H2023-09-15Winston-Salem Periodontics provides excellent oral health care. I am grateful for their professionalism and highest integrity in technical and medical expertise.
Donna Simpson2023-09-15Everyone here is very friendly and they take excellent care of you. The appointment was right on time and only took an hour. Dr Wright did an excellent job with my bone graft.
Robert Wolf2023-09-14Absolutely fantastic Staff. Very patient and understanding. Very timely and thorough with information about my condition and my treatment. And billing procedures. I would definitely highly recommend them to anyone.
Jackie Curry2023-09-14I can't say enough about the people who work there. Almost like family. Very caring.
Dena Share2023-09-08Dental hygienist Millie was professional and knowledgeable—made me very comfortable!
Comprehensive Smile Makeover
For patients who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their smile, our office offers comprehensive smile makeover services. Some cosmetic dentistry treatment options are dental veneers, bonding, dental implants, and teeth whitening; however, our team will determine the best smile makeover treatment plan based on your individual situation to give you a smile you’re not afraid to show off.
We exemplify excellence in patient care in all aspects of our practice.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are designed to replace the root of a missing tooth. Our doctors use state-of-the-art 3-D technology and surgical guides to plan and place dental implants. Teeth implant surgeries help relieve the negative effects of tooth loss, such as poor diet, speech, misalignment, facial appearances, and more.
Gum Disease Treatment
The first line of treatment for mild to moderate gum disease is nonsurgical periodontal treatment. This less invasive option is used to treat and remove bacterial plaque and calculus (tartar) buildup below the gumline, therefore reducing infection and promoting healing. If needed, surgical periodontal gum disease treatment, such as gingival gum grafting, can be performed to treat advanced gum disease or periodontitis.
Root Canals
Root canals are a dental procedure for patients who are diagnosed with an infected tooth. The treatment is done to eliminate bacteria, prevent reinfection, and restore the original tooth. By completing a root canal, patients are relieved from pain, can efficiently chew again, and preserve their smile’s natural appearance.
Sedation Dentistry
Anxiety and fear are common feelings patients may have surrounding dental procedures and care. We understand and sympathize with these feelings and want to help you feel the most comfortable and relaxed during your treatments. To help with this, we provide state-of-the-art sedation dentistry techniques, from oral sedation to intravenous (IV) conscious sedation and general anesthesia.
Implant Dentures
Implant dentures are used to help prevent bone loss in the jaw and restore the functionality and appearance of teeth. Because implant dentures simply snap into place, there is no slippage or messy gels or adhesives to work with like there is with traditional dentures. Implant dentures’ ability to function and appear like normal teeth makes them an excellent choice for patients with tooth loss.
Our Doctors
Dr. Nicole Wright is known for her professionalism and expertise in treating each patient with individual care and modern dental procedures leading to long-lasting solutions for patients. Dr. Wright is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery, which is a distinction held by a small pool of periodontal professionals. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Wright spends her time as a mentor and guest speaker to dental residency students, and volunteers services at the Veterans Administration dental clinic as part of the Missions of Mercy (MOM) project.
Dr. Emilie Ammoura seeks to treat all her patients in an honest, respectful, and professional manner while providing exceptional surgical results. She is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Association, and the Southern Academy of Periodontology. Dr. Ammoura specializes in dental implants, bone and sinus augmentations, soft tissue gum grafting, traditional and laser periodontal surgery, periodontal regeneration, and IV sedation.
Dr. Kenneth A. Peavy, DMD, MHS, was born, raised, and still resides in Mount Airy, North Carolina. He is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners and became a Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology, a distinction held by top periodontists. Dr. Peavy, along with the entire Winston-Salem Periodontics team, is dedicated to continuing education in periodontics, dental implants, and sedation, in order to pursue top innovation in dental care education and technology.
Dr. Sarah Baker grew up in Vermilion, Ohio, a small town in northern Ohio on Lake Erie. She received a BS in biology from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. After her undergraduate studies, she attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry graduating with a DDS degree. Upon graduation from dental school, Dr. Baker continued her studies with specialty training in Prosthodontics at The Dental College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia, serving as chief resident in her third year. While completing her prosthodontics training, she completed an MS in Oral Biology studying dental implant survival in medically complex patients.
Prosthodontics is a dental specialty focusing on the restoration of complex dental conditions including the replacement of missing teeth, tooth structure, and supportive facial structures.
Her three-year intensive specialty training program included training in evidence-based esthetic, functional, and complex care solutions including, but not limited to:
-Veneers
-Crowns
-Full-mouth/full-arch rehabilitations
-Dentures and overdentures
-Fixed completes (teeth in a day/All-on-X)
-Simple and complex implant restorations
-Maxillofacial care for patients with congenital disorders, trauma, or cancer/other medical conditions
-Congenitally missing teeth
-Cleft lip and palate
-TMD treatment
Dr. Baker understands the importance of interdisciplinary care to provide these solutions for her patients and enjoys working, learning, and being creative with other providers to plan long-lasting treatment. She enjoys teaching and speaking and was recently chosen as a top 5 finalist speaker for a worldwide emerging leaders competition for the prestigious Academy of Osseointegration.
While not in the office, Dr. Baker enjoys spending time with her husband, Alex. She likes leather working, crafts, and other DIY projects, being in nature, and traveling.
Dr. Baker is excited to work with and provide her services to the Winston-Salem community!
Dr. Elizabeth “Lizzie” Applebaum received her Bachelor of Science degree with honors from Stanford University in 2002 and her Dental degree with honors from Harvard University in 2006. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry in 2009 with a Masters of Science in Endodontics, and she began practicing in Greensboro that same year. She has won multiple awards for her research and published scientific articles in the Journal of Endodontics and the Journal of the American Dental Association.
Dr. Applebaum is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics (Board Certified), a distinction held by less than 25% of endodontists. Additionally, she is an active member of the American Association of Endodontics, American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Society, Guilford County Dental Society, Tarheel Endodontic Association and College of Diplomates.
She served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the UNC School of Dentistry where she taught in the endodontic clinic for 10 years, and she also currently teaches the Endodontic curriculum at Wake Forest School of Medicine for the General Practice Residency program. Her volunteer work includes providing dental care for underserved patients at the Guilford County Adult Dental Clinic, NC Missions of Mercy, and NC Give Kids a Smile. Dr. Lizzie Applebaum is married to Dr. Matt Applebaum, a pediatric dentist in Greensboro. They have two daughters, Samantha Grace and Elliot Page, and a Puggle named Riley.
Why Choose Us?
Leading-edge Technology
At Winston-Salem, we only utilize top-quality, industry-leading technology so our patients always receive the best care.
Widest Range of Specialty Services
We offer the widest range of specialty services in the area so our patients can receive the treatment they need with the dental office they trust.
Exceptional Patient Care
Our team is dedicated to providing our patients with kind, patient, and honest dental care because we believe that is what they deserve.
Our Locations
Westbrook Plaza
Address: 1590 Westbrook Plaza Dr suite 202, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Phone: (336) 768-9010
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We value your time and do everything we can to stay on schedule and minimize your wait. While in our office, please enjoy your stay and have a nice beverage and relax in our serenity room; we also offer free WIFI to take care of some business during your visit. We appreciate your understanding and patience when unpredictable appointment delays occur.
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