Periodontal disease, or gum disease, sounds like an adult problem. As long as kids can keep their mouths cavity-free, they're doing just fine, right? Not exactly. In fact, theAmerican Academy of Periodontology said, "Epidemiologic studies indicate that gingivitis of varying severity is nearly universal in children and adolescents," although it usually is less serious than [...]
At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, we don’t just care about your oral health. We care about you. You are so much more than a patient to us, and we want you to feel valued and cared for at each appointment. We are so thankful that this parent recognized the care and attention that Dr. [...]
National Children's Dental Health Month The depth of winter is an exciting time for us in the dental field. Why? Every February for the last 76 years, the American Dental Association has recognized the unique importance of oral hygiene for children by celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month. Many are surprised to learn the tradition [...]
Getting braces as an adult can be a bit awkward. You want a straight, beautiful smile, but you don't want to show up to the next office meeting, appearing like you stepped out of junior high yearbook with a mouth full of metal. Thankfully, today, there's a better option. Invisalign clear teeth aligners can give [...]
Thumb sucking is normal behavior for infants, but sometimes it continues through into childhood. Thumb sucking becomes a problem if it continues after teething and especially after permanent teeth start to come through. Most children stop sucking at some point between two and four years. If your four-year-old is still sucking or if you think [...]
As the parent of a young child, you may not be thinking of long-term dental care, but we are doing just that. Our office follows a child from their first visit through their entire adult life, providing comprehensive care under one roof and eliminating the need to search for separate providers for you and your [...]
Over the years, orthodontic treatment has changed from cumbersome metal brackets and wires to a wide range of solutions for correcting bites and improving smiles. With many types of braces available and a wide range of modern imaging techniques, having your teeth straightened has never been easier, and it's all due to advances in technology. [...]
You’ve probably heard that it can be a good idea to get a second opinion about orthodontic treatment. Even if you’ve gone to a doctor or orthodontist you trust and have trusted for many years, a second opinion still doesn’t hurt. The importance of second opinions in medical care is well documented. According to Yale [...]
Approximately 50% of kids experience some type of tooth injury during childhood. The school playground tends to be a hotspot for injury to occur. As parents, we want to protect our children from experiencing injury on the playground. We also need to know what to do if our children get an injury. Help To Prevent [...]
October is important to our team because this is National Orthodontic Health Month. During October, orthodontic offices all over the country work together to promote their services and inform the community about the important work we do. Our goal is to draw attention to the fact that everyone needs to be evaluated for orthodontic treatment. [...]
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