Beauty Teeth

Education

Dr. Zukerman earned a bachelor's degree in anthropology from the University of North Carolina. In 2015, he graduated from the UNC Adams School of Dentistry with a dental degree. He also completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Michigan Hospital and the Ann Arbor VA Health Care System. However, Dr. Zukerman's education did not end there. By staying up to date on the latest technology and techniques, he continues to expand his dental education and clinical skill set!(more...)

Hobbies & Interests

Dr. Zukerman enjoys spending time with his family and friends, trying new foods and traveling to new places, and playing music when he is not at work. He is a die-hard UNC fan, especially when it comes to basketball and football. In 2005, he was even able to watch a UNC basketball National Championship in person! His son, Elliot, and their yellow lab, Paige, live with him and his wife, Elaine, in Durham.

Dr. Zukerman is an accomplished blues musician as well! He spent several years in Chicago after graduating from college in 2006, playing with several bands at some of the city's most iconic blues bars!

A Professional Life

In 2016, Dr. Zukerman joined the CarolinasDentist team, and in 2018, he became a partner dentist. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the North Carolina Dental Society. Chapel Hill is definitely his dream location, and he is grateful for the opportunity to serve the Chapel Hill community with outstanding dental care!

A Dental Implant's Components
Dental implants are comprised of medical-grade titanium and resemble cylinders or screws. They can be used to replace one or more lost teeth.

Dental implants are made up of three main parts that make it easy to insert them:
The fixture is the first part of a dental implant. It is inserted into the patient's jaw bone and serves as the implant's artificial root.
The abutment comes next. It's positioned directly above the fixture, at the same level as the gums. The crown or denture is protected and supported by the abutment.
The dental prosthesis is the last and most visible portion of a dental implant. 

They aid in the restoration of oral functionality
One of the most important reasons to have dental implants is that they allow you to chew your food regularly because they work similarly to natural teeth. This way, you'll be able to eat your favorite foods again, improve your digestion, and absorb more nutrients from your food.
Dental implants are comfortable and can last a lifetime if properly cared for. If you want dental implants, you should stop smoking at least a week before the procedure.