Since 1982, Dr. Brent L. Blaylock DDS has been a trusted cosmetic and restorative dentist in Durham, North Carolina. His practice offers cosmetic, restorative, and preventive dentistry for the entire family, including crowns, bridges, tooth-colored fillings, implant restoration, teeth whitening, and bite guards, along with many other dental procedures.
A native of North Carolina, Dr. Blaylock grew up in Rocky Mount and came to Chapel Hill to earn his Bachelors’s degree in Zoology from the University of North Carolina. He then earned his dental degree from the UNC School of Dentistry.
After a brief stint on the faculty at the Dental School, Dr. Blaylock moved to Durham and bought a dental practice, where he continues to treat patients today.
Dr. Blaylock has participated in several dental study clubs and believes in continuing dental education, having completed many courses at the Dawson Academy for Advanced Dental Training. Dr. Blaylock feels strongly that a complete examination is the most important step in helping a person with any dental problems they may have. He really enjoys getting to know his patients and taking care of their dental needs, whether they need “extreme makeover” transformations or just routine dental care.
Dr. Blaylock feels privileged that he has the opportunity to take care of his patients that range from adolescence to over 100 years old.
Professional Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Durham-Orange County Dental Society
- Dawson Academy
Dr. Blaylock and his wife, Debbie, have two grown sons. He is an avid sports fan, especially college football. A self-proclaimed recipe junkie, Dr. Blaylock loves cooking and the challenge of finding, adapting, or even creating recipes that will please his family and friends. He and Debbie also enjoy traveling, and they try to visit at least one place each year where Dr. Blaylock can SCUBA dive. They both enjoy working in their yard and gardens.