How Stress Affects Dental Health and Hygiene The world is a stressful place. We work more, we have fewer hours of sleep, we spend more and more time glued to a screen – all of these and more can contribute…
DO YOU HAVE GUM DISEASE? Not sure? You’re not alone. It’s actually possible to have a gum disease and have not clear symptoms, according to the American Dental Association. As a result, only 3 percent of Americans seek treatment for…
You deserve to smile confidently. That’s hard to do if you’re self-conscious because of tooth loss or other oral problems. So, you’re looking for solutions, and you’ve been told you could be a candidate for dental implants. Still, you have…
It’s the back to school season. So as your kids sharpen their pencils and fill their backpacks, don’t forget to add an important item to your checklist: take your children to the dentist. That’s right; it’s essential to…
While preventive measures against gingivitis are far more desirable than any measure for getting rid of it, in this post we will focus on what needs to be done when gingivitis has, in fact, reared its ugly head. Of course,…
Braces have been so common over the last several decades that many of us never think twice about how they work. In fact, most people worry more about how braces look rather than how they improve oral health. This is…
Dental implants are an incredible technological achievement. Based on how they look, how they feel, and how well they allow you to live a comfortable life, they are second only to having natural, properly-maintained teeth. How long they last vary…
The Importance Of Teeth Whitening Most people will underestimate the importance of teeth whitening. Everyone looks at a persons mouth when they’re talking. The expressions on your face and the movements your mouth make, help to give emotion to whatever…
Root Canal Treatments Root Canal Treaments in Salinas Root Canals- What to Expect Before, During and After A root canal is procedure that is necessary when the central core of a tooth, called the pulp, becomes infected from an overlying…
Lighten Your Teeth Instantly With Veneers Making those teeth look beautiful are an important task. Having attractive looking teeth can improve self confidence, make you feel better, and improve the way others see you. However, many teeth naturally tarnish and…
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General Dentist
Dr. Verdugo is from Tucson AZ where he received his education, graduating in 1970 with a Chemical Engineering Degree. He worked for Chevron for three years before entering UOP School of Dentistry. Since his graduation in 1976, he has practiced in the Monterey-Salinas area and has continued his professional education in Endontics, Implantology, and Restorative Dentistry. He is available weekdays, weekends and evenings. Speaks Spanish.
General Dentist
Dr. Zernicke grew up in Nevada and received his bachelors degree at the University of Nevada. Dr. Zernicke was the sole recipient of the State of Nevada’s scholarship fund awarded for scholastic achievement which gave him the opportunity to attend Dental School at the University of Southern California. He has been practicing dentistry since 1990 both in Southern California and here in the Salinas area since 1996. Dr. Zernicke is trained in all phases of Dentistry from cosmetics to endodontics. He is available weekdays and evenings. Speaks Spanish.
Member of American Dental Association
Member of California Dental Association