Children’s Dental Care

Many parents wonder why they should choose a Pediatric Dentist for the care of their child. As a specialist, a Pediatric Dentist has gained additional training which helps them to be able to provide the most comprehensive dental care for all children and individuals with special health care needs. Our Pediatric Dentists can guide you through all stages of your child’s oral development - from the eruption of the first tooth to the decision about braces. We have the insight to give you tools and tips that can make dental care manageable and start your child on their journey to becoming cavity-free.

We love to help our young patients feel at ease in the dental environment and our goal is to help them grow more comfortable with each visit to our office. We understand the trust that is involved with your little one and we hope to have the opportunity to show you how important your little one’s health is to us. Our commitment to high-quality, compassionate care is what sets us apart.

• Infant oral health exams, which include risk assessment for cavities in mother and child.
• Wellness visits including cleaning and fluoride treatments, as well as nutrition and diet recommendations.
• Habit counseling (for example, pacifier use and thumb sucking).
• Early assessment and treatment for straightening teeth and correcting an improper bite (orthodontics).
• Repair of tooth cavities or defects.
• Diagnosis of oral conditions associated with diseases such as diabetes, congenital heart defect, asthma, hay fever, and attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder.
• Management of gum diseases and conditions including ulcers, short frenulae, mucoceles, and pediatric periodontal disease.
• Care for dental injuries (for example, fractured, displaced, or knocked-out teeth).
• Comprehensive care for children and teens with special health care needs.

Choosing a respected children’s dental practice is the key to helping your child achieve a beautiful smile at any age. At Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry, our experienced Pediatric Dentists offer quality pediatric dentistry services in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether your child experiences tooth pain or is in need of routine dental cleaning and exam, you can trust Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry with their care.

With 6 convenient locations in Apex, Raleigh, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Fayetteville, and Wake Forest, NC, it has never been easier to schedule a dental appointment for your child. Give us a call today, one of our friendly and knowledgeable team members will help you make an appointment that fits into your and your child’s busy schedules.