Walter Jr James M DDS

Oral surgery often feels like a category people hope to avoid—until they need it. Walter Jr James M DDS fits into that quiet but essential corner of Winston-Salem’s healthcare scene, handling the kind of procedures that aren’t part of routine dental visits. Wisdom teeth removals, jaw realignments, dental implants; the list isn’t glamorous, but it’s the sort of work that makes a real difference when complications arise. This isn’t the place for cleanings or whitening strips. It’s where more complex issues—like impacted teeth or reconstructive needs—get addressed with surgical precision.

The practice sits at 3020 Maplewood Ave, a stretch of Winston-Salem that blends medical offices with the kind of low-key commercial strips you’d expect in a city that’s grown around its healthcare institutions. Nearby, Forsyth Medical Center casts a long shadow, both literally and in terms of the area’s medical focus. That proximity means patients often find themselves in a neighborhood where parking is functional, not scenic, and where the sidewalks serve a purpose rather than a stroll. Oral surgery isn’t about ambiance; it’s about outcomes, and the location reflects that no-nonsense approach.

Most visits here start with a referral—an orthodontist noticing a stubborn canine tooth, a dentist spotting an infection that won’t quit, or an ENT flagging sleep apnea that might need structural intervention. The work spans extractions that general dentists won’t touch, bone grafts to prep for implants, and corrective surgeries that reshape more than just a smile. There’s no spa-like preamble or upsell for cosmetic add-ons. If you’re walking in, it’s because something beneath the surface needs fixing, and that’s the sole focus.

Questions about procedures or post-op care? The phone line—(336) 768-9881—connects directly to the team handling scheduling and follow-ups. For first-time visitors, the map pinpoints the entrance between the insurance billing office and the radiology lab next door. And if you’re here for a consultation, bring your X-rays—this isn’t the kind of appointment where you’ll leave with a free toothbrush.