Dr. Walter L Melvin, DMD

Periodontics

NPI: 1902995772

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Contact Information

Address

1647 ADMIRAL TAUSSIG BLVD
Norfolk, VA 23511

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

4.6/ 5.0(9 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Walter Melvin is a board-certified periodontal specialist in Norfolk with over 20 years of experience treating gum disease and related dental concerns. He earned his dental degree from the University of Louisville and completed advanced training in periodontics through the Naval Dental School, where he also served in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps. Dr. Melvin is recognized as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and currently teaches dental hygiene students at Old Dominion University, sharing his expertise in areas like implant care and periodontal emergencies. He is accepting new patients and brings a combination of clinical skill, teaching experience, and a commitment to helping patients maintain healthy gums.

Specialties

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    PeriodonticsPrimary

    Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

  • D.M.D. in Medical Dentistry, University of Louisville (1981)
  • B.S. in Microbiology, University of Kentucky (1977)
  • Periodontics Residency, Naval Dental School (1992)
  • Advanced Clinical Program in Periodontics, Naval Dental School (1988)

Board Certifications

  • Board Certification, American Board of Periodontology (1995)
  • Certificate in Periodontics, American Board of Periodontology (1992)

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 10/12/2006

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Areas of Focus

PeriodonticsPeriodontologyDental HygienePeriodontal EmergenciesPeriodontal Flap DesignImplant MaintenanceLocal AnesthesiaOsteonecrosis of the Jaw

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the International College of Dentists (since 2004)

Awards & Recognition

  • Promoted to Senior Lecturer (2018)
  • Fellow of the International College of Dentists (2004)

Beyond the Office

Faculty teaching at Old Dominion University School of Dental Hygiene (since 2011)

Teaching lectures on Local Anesthesia at ODU School of Dental Hygiene

Guest lectures at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry

Teaching presentations to AEGD residents at Naval facilities

Grew up in Kentucky

Served in US Navy Dental Corps

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