For over 40 years, Walnut Grove Dental Group has been a trusted dental provider in Memphis, evolving to meet the needs of its community while staying true to its founding values. Originally established in 1979 as Meadows & Avery Dental Partnership, the practice has grown, embraced new technologies and rebranded.
The practice began when Drs. Dan Meadows and Jim Avery purchased a local dental office from a retiring dentist. The building was originally a duplex—half dental clinic, half apartment. Over the years, the practice expanded, undergoing significant renovations in 2006 to accommodate its growing patient base while retaining its welcoming, home-like atmosphere.
In 2015, Dr. Kaleb Page, Dr. Avery's son-in-law, joined the team, bringing fresh energy and an appreciation for the practice's legacy. By 2021, Dr. Page had taken ownership, and in 2023, the practice rebranded as Walnut Grove Dental Group to honor its enduring roots and bright future.
Adapting Through the Decades
Through every stage of growth, Walnut Grove Dental Group has prioritized delivering excellent care while embracing advancements in dental technology. "Dentistry has rapidly evolved over the last decade," Dr. Page shares. "I think healthcare as a whole has tried to become more approachable and less intimidating for people over the last fifty years."
Among the innovations the practice now uses is a digital scanner for impressions and models. "Think of a camera that takes several still images and stitches them together to create a virtual dental model," Dr. Page explains. "It's much quicker and more comfortable than the traditional putty impressions." Digital X-rays, a mainstay for years, also play a key role. "They give clear images with less radiation and are much faster than film X-rays used to be," he adds.
The practice also incorporates modern treatments like dental implants, clear aligners for teeth straightening and other options that weren't available in the past. These tools allow the team to address both dental and overall health comprehensively. "There are so many connections between dental health and overall health," Dr. Page emphasizes. "We want to help patients maintain or improve those areas when needed."
A Legacy of Care
Walnut Grove Dental Group maintains long-standing relationships with its patients based on the trust the practice has earned in Memphis.
"Healthcare has become more approachable, and we've embraced that," Dr. Page says. "We want every visit to feel comfortable and welcoming, from the moment a patient calls us to the time they leave. Familiar and friendly faces make all the difference."
Looking to the Future
As Walnut Grove Dental Group grows, Dr. Page and his team remain committed to blending advanced care with personal connection. With the recent additions of Dr. Jessica Daves and Dr. Hanna Orland, the practice is well-equipped to serve Memphis families for generations to come.
For Dr. Page, dentistry is about more than treatments—it's about creating lasting relationships and ensuring that every patient leaves with a healthier smile and a positive experience. "At the end of the day, everything we do is about serving our patients better," he says.
Original Building Pictured in the Late 80s
In 1979, Drs. Avery and Meadows purchased the practice from a retiring dentist, and originally the building was a duplex with a dental practice on one side and an apartment on the other. The clinic space was renovated in 2006, while caring for patients at a second location in Cordova around that time.