Back to School Orthodontic Tips: How to Keep Your Child’s Smile Healthy

2026-01-22T08:47:53-05:00November 1st, 2025|Categories: Blog, Featured, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Back-to-school season can be both exciting and stressful for children and teens. Between new classes, extracurricular activities and meeting friends, there’s already a lot to manage. If your child is undergoing orthodontic treatment, following the right back to school orthodontic tips can make this transition smoother and keep their smile healthy. At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry [...]

Celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month with Wake Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry

2026-01-22T08:49:32-05:00October 1st, 2025|Categories: Blog, Featured, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

Every October, we proudly recognize National Orthodontic Health Month—a time to raise awareness about the importance of orthodontic care and how it supports healthy, confident smiles. At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Raleigh, Garner and Smithfield, NC, we’re excited to help our community celebrate by sharing helpful tips, offering seasonal promotions and encouraging great [...]

See an Orthodontist By Age 7 – Here’s Why!

2025-10-06T10:58:53-04:00September 1st, 2025|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

As parents, you're always looking out for your child’s health and development. But have you ever considered when to start thinking about their smile? At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Raleigh, Garner or Smithfield, NC, we recommend that every child see an orthodontist by age 7. This early milestone is important for identifying and [...]

Safe Teeth Whitening for Kids

2025-10-06T10:57:15-04:00August 1st, 2025|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Safe teeth whitening for kids is a common concern as teenagers start paying more attention to their appearance. With social media, selfies, and school events, it’s no surprise many teens are curious about whitening their teeth. But the big question remains: Is it safe for kids to whiten their teeth, especially teens? At Wake Orthodontics [...]

Phase 1 Orthodontic Treatment: How Does It Really Work?

2025-10-06T10:56:27-04:00July 1st, 2025|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

Parents often question the right age to begin orthodontic care to ensure the best results for their child’s smile. One of the most common approaches discussed is Phase 1 orthodontic treatment, but what does this really mean? At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Raleigh, Garner or Smithfield, NC, we’re here to explain how Phase 1 treatment works, [...]

Wake Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry Wins Silver in Raleigh’s Best 2024 Contest

2025-08-21T13:27:34-04:00October 10th, 2024|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , , , |

We are beyond excited to announce that Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry has won Silver for Best Pediatric Dentistry in the 2024 Raleigh’s Best contest! This honor is a tremendous achievement, and we are grateful to our wonderful patients in Raleigh, Garner and Smithfield, NC and the Raleigh community for making this possible. With over [...]

Essential Oral Hygiene Tips for Braces Wearers

2024-08-21T10:45:48-04:00October 10th, 2024|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , , , , , , |

Braces are a transformative tool for achieving a straight, beautiful smile, but they also require a dedicated oral hygiene routine. Proper oral hygiene is essential to prevent common issues like cavities, gum disease and decalcification during your orthodontic treatment. At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, we’re committed to helping our patients in Raleigh, Garner and [...]

Dental Sealants: Protecting Children’s Teeth from Decay

2025-08-21T13:28:35-04:00October 1st, 2024|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , , , , , |

At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, we know that maintaining your child’s oral health is a top priority for you. A highly effective preventive option we offer is dental sealants. These protective coatings are a vital part of keeping your child's teeth healthy and free from cavities. In this blog, we’ll delve into what dental [...]

What Is Orthodontics? An Overview

2024-07-29T15:27:42-04:00September 10th, 2024|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |

Orthodontics focuses on correcting misalignments and irregularities in the teeth and jaws to improve overall dental function and appearance. At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, we use a broad range of techniques and technologies designed to ensure that our patients’ teeth, jaws and overall bite function harmoniously in Raleigh, Garner and Smithfield, NC. While many [...]

Care Guidelines for Pediatric Oral Health

2025-08-21T14:17:41-04:00September 1st, 2024|Categories: Blog|Tags: , , , , , , |

Oral health is vital for a child's overall well-being and development. Ensuring that children receive proper dental care from an early age is essential for establishing good habits and preventing potential issues. Pediatric dentists, specialists in children’s dental care, are key to maintaining and enhancing children's oral health. At Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, we [...]

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