National Orthodontic Health Month

2025-08-21T14:36:18-04:00October 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

When kids and parents think of October, they think of Halloween, bags full of candy, jack o’ lanterns, and pumpkin spice lattes! When we think of October, we think about beautiful, healthy smiles! October brings National Orthodontic Health Month, a time to focus on and celebrate great oral care and the work that goes into [...]

Back-To-School Oral Health Tips For Kids

2024-06-21T11:38:22-04:00September 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

As kids head back to school, it's important to make sure they have a healthy smile to start the school year off right! Our team at Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry shares some of our favorite oral health tips for back-to-school season. Oral Health Tips For Parents and Kids Schedule a dental check-up: Before the [...]

Your Partners In Oral Health: Dentists and Orthodontists

2025-02-10T15:50:26-05:00September 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

When it comes to oral healthcare, you may encounter different dental professionals, including dentists and orthodontists. While both play essential roles in maintaining a healthy smile, they have distinct areas of expertise. In this blog, we'll delve into the difference between the two, shedding light on their unique training and skills! Who Is A Dentist? [...]

Frequently Asked Questions About Braces

2024-06-21T11:49:31-04:00August 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Undergoing orthodontic treatment is a life-changing experience! A new smile not only impacts your self esteem and confidence, but it also improves your oral health and your overall health. Braces are the most well-known form of orthodontic treatment. You probably know several people who have had them. Even still, you probably have some questions you’d [...]

Kid-Friendly Answers To Your Child’s Dental Health Questions

2025-02-12T11:28:04-05:00August 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

As a parent, you're bound to encounter a wide range of questions from your curious child. When it comes to dental health, children may have many queries about their teeth, oral hygiene and dental visits. To help you provide informative and kid-friendly answers, here are a few common dental health questions children ask and how [...]

Maintaining Oral Hygiene With Braces 

2026-01-22T08:48:26-05:00July 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , |

Orthodontic treatment is a big investment and a life-changing experience for both children and adults! While your orthodontic appliance does the work to create proper dental alignment, it is up to you to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment. The presence of braces and other appliances, like retainers or Invisalign clear aligners, can make [...]

Tips for Cleaning Invisalign Aligners

2026-01-22T08:48:26-05:00June 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

If you or your child have recently received Invisalign aligners, you are on your way to achieving a beautiful smile. One essential component of Invisalign treatment is keeping your aligners clean! Cleaning your dental appliances will help reduce bacterial growth and keep your Invisalign aligners invisible. Our team at Wake Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry shares [...]

Educational And Fun: Explaining Dental Hygiene To Your Kids

2025-10-06T11:36:27-04:00June 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Featured, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

Even as adults, we can admit that learning is way more fun when it’s interactive and engaging! As parents, you all have the awesome job of teaching your kiddos about the importance of good dental hygiene. Don't worry - we won't make you do this alone! Our dental team will educate your children when you [...]

Tips For Talking To Your Parents About Orthodontics

2025-02-10T15:50:24-05:00May 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Featured, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Orthodontics? It can be tough to talk to your parents about anything, but orthodontic treatment is a big decision that requires input from both you and them. If your parents do not have previous experience with orthodontic treatment, they may not understand just how life-changing and important it can be. Maybe you are the first [...]

Maintaining Oral Hygiene Between Checkups

2025-08-21T14:29:14-04:00May 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: |

Oral Hygiene: There’s a superhero cape hanging in all of our homes, one that doesn't require special powers or X-ray vision to wear. It's the cape of tooth defenders, worn proudly by the parents who are committed to keeping their little ones' teeth sparkling and healthy! It's a big job, but hey, we're in this [...]

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