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This is your trusted resource for expert insights on children’s dental health. Whether you’re seeking guidance on infant dental care, preparing for your child’s first dental visit, or learning about treatments like tongue-tie care, our blog offers valuable information to support your child’s oral health journey. As a Silver Winner for Best Pediatric Dentistry in Raleigh’s Best 2024, we are committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for your little ones.

Sealants: What are they and how do they help?

2024-07-23T13:18:59-04:00June 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant from Wake Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry can be most effective in preventing cavities. A sealant is made up of composite (a plastic-like) material that contains [...]

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A Child’s First Dental Visit

2024-07-23T15:21:00-04:00May 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

Your child’s first dental visit is a very important milestone in their life. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends the first visit be before or very close to his or her first birthday. The general rule is six months after eruption of the first tooth. Starting regular dental visits early will lead to [...]

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What is a Tongue Tie?

2024-07-23T15:22:46-04:00April 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

When you hear the term “tongue tied,” it’s likely you immediately think of stuttering through a sentence, stammering over words, or being unable to say a tricky sentence (also known as a tongue twister). But a tongue tie is more than that. In fact, it can be the cause of a lot of health problems. [...]

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Fractured Teeth? We Can Fix Them!

2025-02-12T11:16:35-05:00March 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

It can be scary to bite down hard, take a tumble or experience a sports-related accident and hear the dreaded crack that accompanies chipped or fractured teeth. Tooth enamel is the hardest tissue in the human body, so adults and children alike often respond with panic when these accidents occur. However, while a chipped tooth [...]

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National Children’s Dental Health Month

2024-07-23T15:34:49-04:00February 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

Every February the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month. The goal is to educate children and to remind parents of the value of good oral health. At Wake Pediatric Dentistry, we are passionate about this effort and we want to do our part in educating the community! This year's theme is "Water, Nature's [...]

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Your Infant Needs Dental Care Too!

2024-07-23T15:59:51-04:00January 2nd, 2021|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

The mouth of an infant requires preparation to guarantee dental health and to prepare for the growth of teeth. Parents should develop the habit of cleaning a baby's gums soon after birth. Most babies don't start teething and developing baby teeth until they are six months old but dental care is important from the very [...]

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Frequently Asked Questions: Cavities

2025-02-12T11:15:15-05:00November 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Almost everyone will develop a cavity at some point in their lifetime and will have questions about them.  Wake Pediatric Dentistry knows that being told your child has a cavity can cause you to look for information and answers that may not be quite right.  Providing answers to some of the most frequently asked questions [...]

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Dentist Approved Halloween Treats

2024-07-23T16:42:12-04:00October 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

It’s common knowledge that candy are a prime cause of cavities. So, with Halloween right around the corner, Wake Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry shares some dentist approved Halloween treats that you can both give out in your neighborhood and feel comfortable with your children eating.    Fruits and Vegetables Don’t laugh. As it turns out, [...]

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Your Child’s First Dental Visit

2024-07-24T08:34:13-04:00August 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

Sooner or later, your child is going to have to go to the dentist for their first dental visit. A child’s first visit to the dentist at any age can be frightening, especially if they’ve never been before. It’s important that you hush their fears as much as possible, and work with them to prepare [...]

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All About Baby Teeth

2024-07-24T08:41:57-04:00June 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

"Teeth, they come in handy when you chew or smile," wrote Dr. Seuss and he was not wrong. Even our primary or deciduous teeth are important. They may not be in our mouths for very long but they serve several important functions. Let's take a look at the brief and important life of baby teeth [...]

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