Convenient Access from Oakwood
About 7 minutes by car separates Historic Oakwood from Cameron Village Dentistry, a whole-health practice for anyone who wants a dentist near Oakwood without a long commute. Our Raleigh office is on Smallwood Drive, directly across the street from the Village District shopping center. Dr. Turner's team looks past the symptom to the root cause and treats your mouth as part of your overall health.
Starting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, head west from its entrance at 701 Oakwood Avenue and turn north on Elm Street. Go west on Polk Street, then north on North Wilmington Street to Peace Street. Follow West Peace Street west all the way to Smallwood Drive, which runs between Oberlin Road and Daniels Street. The full trip covers about 2.2 miles.
Our address is 2104 Smallwood Dr, Raleigh, NC 27605, and the Google Maps pin for our office makes the last turn easy. Friends just north of you can read our Mordecai page, and our Glenwood South page covers the district west of downtown.
Victorian Streets, Modern Whole-Health Dentistry
Oakwood is North Carolina's largest intact nineteenth-century residential neighborhood. The City of Raleigh calls it the city's largest collection of Victorian-era dwellings, with Second Empire, Queen Anne and Italianate houses. Later bungalows, American Foursquares and Craftsman homes fill in between them. The neighborhood grew lot by lot rather than in planned sections, which gives each block its own rhythm.
Its preservation record runs deep. In 1974 the neighborhood became the first Raleigh neighborhood listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with additions in 1987, 1988 and 1989. A 1975 zoning ordinance then made it Raleigh's first local historic district. The city's Oakwood Historic Overlay District page gives a period of significance of 1880 to 1941.
Historic Oakwood Cemetery, founded in 1869, sits at the neighborhood's edge on rolling hills cut by a winding stream. A state historical marker for the cemetery stands at North Person Street and Oakwood Avenue. Mordecai Historic Park lies right next door, and the State Capitol is a short walk toward downtown.
Questions Oakwood Homeowners Ask About Their Teeth
People who care for Victorian houses often think hard about materials, and that curiosity can carry into the dental chair. Some want to know what is in their old fillings. Others ask whether a treatment fits a broader wellness plan. Our integrative approach welcomes those questions instead of brushing them aside.
Patients with older silver fillings sometimes choose to replace them as those fillings age. Our practice offers the SMART amalgam removal procedure for patients who make that choice. We also offer biocompatibility testing and natural ozone therapy among our whole-health services. Dr. Turner explains each option plainly so you can decide what suits you.
Smile goals matter here too. The annual Christmas Candlelight Tour opens private historic homes to visitors, and a Garden Tour shows off neighborhood gardens. Homeowners who open their doors to tour visitors may want a straighter or brighter smile. Our intraoral scanners capture the teeth digitally to help plan that kind of change.
Straightening is often the first step. New patients receive a complimentary CandidPro® clear-aligner consultation, and digital smile design lets you preview a planned result before treatment begins. Clear aligners come out for meals and events. That flexibility suits adults with full social calendars.
Healthy gums matter as much as straight teeth. Gum disease can progress with few warning signs beyond mild bleeding or tenderness. We measure gum health at each checkup and keep a record from year to year. When ongoing gum care is needed, a Periodontal membership keeps that care organized.
Whole-Health Services for Patients Seeking a Dentist Near Oakwood
Whole-Health & Advanced Care
Our integrative services include SMART amalgam removal, ozone therapy, biocompatibility testing and DOMEzero maxillary expansion. Each begins with a full look at your health history.
CandidPro® Clear Aligners
Clear, removable trays shift teeth gradually without brackets or wires. Your first CandidPro® consultation as a new patient is complimentary.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, veneers and bonding can update a smile the way fresh paint updates a facade. We aim for results that look natural up close.
TMD Treatment
Jaw soreness, clicking and tension headaches often share a single cause. We evaluate the bite and jaw joint together before suggesting care.
Preventative Dentistry
Routine cleanings and exams protect everything else on this list. They also give us an early look at changes in your teeth and gums.
Downtown and the State Capitol sit close by, and a cracked tooth during a workweek can derail everything. We offer same-day appointments whenever possible, and new patients can book our $39 Emergency Exam & X-Ray. That first visit pins down the problem and the next step. From the capitol district, Peace Street leads you straight to us.
Meet Your Raleigh Dental Team
Dr. William Turner IV and Dr. Jack Welborne care for patients here as a two-doctor team. Dr. Turner, a Raleigh native, acquired the practice in 2022 and brings a holistic, root-cause philosophy to every exam. Having two dentists in one office gives families more choice when booking.
Insurance & Financing
Delta Premier members are in-network here, and we file claims with every other major insurer for you. Uninsured patients can join an in-house membership plan, with both Individual and Periodontal options. Cherry, CareCredit and Sunbit financing covers larger treatment.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Say
At Cameron Village Dentistry, we are honored to care for patients who trust us with their smiles and well-being. From individuals overcoming dental anxiety to families who visit us year after year, their words inspire everything we do. Patients often share how our gentle approach, advanced care, and warm team make them feel truly supported—like they’re part of our dental family.
“If you’re looking for a dental office with a truly whole health approach and the most welcoming environment, look no further than Cameron Village Dentistry. The doctor is INCREDIBLE, compassionate, patient, gentle, an excellent listener, and deeply respectful. The doctor created the most peaceful experience for my son!! Their team is equally amazing, warm, and genuine. I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY!! I can’t recommend them enough!!! “
– Eve K.
“I had the best experience with Cameron Village Dentistry. The hygienist was so kind and understanding and kept asking me if I was doing ok. I really appreciate their kindness and understanding. They took time explaining every step they were going to take and reassuring me that I was doing great, which kept me calm. I am so impressed with this place. I couldn’t imagine going anywhere else.”
– Michelle B.
“Cameron Village Dentistry is the best! The doctor is very nice and patient! The dental assistant does a great job! They both always communicate so well! They made my procedure so easy and smooth! The front office team is SO SWEET! They always take such good care of me! The rooms are always so clean! This is the best dental practice ever! I love it here.”
– Nicole S.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Cameron Village Dentistry from Oakwood, and how do I get there?
It is roughly 2.2 miles from Historic Oakwood Cemetery to our office, about 7 minutes by car. Drive Oakwood Avenue, Elm Street and Polk Street to North Wilmington Street, then take West Peace Street to Smallwood Drive. For anyone who wants a dentist near Oakwood, that makes a quick trip across the north side of downtown.
Why is Oakwood considered such an important historic neighborhood?
It ranks as North Carolina's largest intact nineteenth-century residential neighborhood. In 1974 it became the first Raleigh neighborhood on the National Register of Historic Places. A year later it became Raleigh's first local historic district. The city counts it as Raleigh's largest collection of Victorian-era homes, with a period of significance from 1880 to 1941.
When was the historic cemetery at the neighborhood's edge founded?
The cemetery was founded in 1869. It sits on rolling hills with a meandering stream along the neighborhood's edge. State historical marker H-67, which tells its story, stands nearby on North Person Street. The cemetery also serves as the starting point for our driving directions to Smallwood Drive.
Can I replace old amalgam fillings at your office?
Yes, we offer the SMART amalgam removal procedure for patients who choose to replace silver fillings. Dr. Turner reviews your existing fillings and discusses whether replacement makes sense for you. Fillings placed decades ago are common, and replacing them is always your decision. We then talk through which replacement materials fit your goals.
Should I schedule a smile consultation before hosting the Candlelight Tour?
Starting several months ahead gives you the most options. Clear aligners and some cosmetic treatments take time to complete, while whitening is quicker. New patients receive a complimentary CandidPro® consultation, which shows whether aligners can meet your timeline. Our weekday hours run Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 4 PM and Friday until 2 PM.
Schedule Your Visit from Oakwood
Choosing a dentist near Oakwood who listens is a short drive away. Call 919-752-3009 to plan your first appointment. Browse the full list of Wake County neighborhoods on our areas we serve page, or return to our Dentist Raleigh, NC homepage. We also welcome patients from Garner and Cary.