Dentist Coverage

Woman charged with working as dental hygienist without license, deputies say

According to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office, detectives with the sheriff's office were assisting investigators with the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners with an investigation at My Dentaville Cosmetics in Lexington, North Carolina.

WRAL staff

Dental costs soaring alongside inflation

As inflation impacts the price of pretty much everything, dental service costs have soared, too. Its putting a financial strain on patients and those treating them.

Man inhales drill bit during routine dental procedure

A Duke Health doctor recently removed a dental drill bit from a patient's lung after it was inhaled during a procedure.

Duke doctor removes dental drill bit inhaled during procedure

A Duke Health doctor recently removed a dental drill bit from a patient's lung after it was inhaled during a procedure.

Sydney Franklin, WRAL multiplatform producer

UNC dental students provide free care for children

The Adams School of Dentistry at UNC-Chapel Hill provided a special service for kids in need Friday.

Governing body for dentists in NC to consider restrictions on sedation

Those who get nervous in the dentist's chair might ask for sedation. But after four deaths in 18 months related to sedation in dental offices, there is a proposal to dramatically change the rules about how and when dentists can use sedation in North Carolina.

Restrictions could be coming to how, when you are sedated at the dentist's office

Those who get nervous in the dentist's chair might ask for sedation. But after four deaths in 18 months related to sedation in dental offices, there is a proposal to dramatically change the rules about how and when dentists can use sedation in North Carolina.

Amanda Lamb, WRAL reporter

Fayetteville dentist gives out free services to fellow veterans

A local dentist will thank veterans in his own special way on Thursday.

Kasey Cunningham, WRAL reporter

DEAH Day of Service honors 3 Muslim students gunned down at Chapel Hill apartment

To celebrate the work of three Muslim college students, the DEAH Day of Service was created to honor the three students who enjoyed giving back more than anything, according to loved ones.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia jounalist

Cavities, X-rays, and anxiety: Preparing your child for the dentist

Cary dentist Dr. Dan Howell has seen children as early as their first week of life. While that is a rare occurrence, it shows the importance of dental health in children, even at a very young age.

Kelly Hinchcliffe, freelance writer

How digital dentistry is advancing the field and benefiting patients

With new technology like digital X-rays, cone beam CTs and intraoral scanners, digital dentistry is improving the patient experience and expanding possibilities in the field.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Cosmetic dentistry in the 21st century: the impact of new dental technology

Cosmetic dentistry procedures range from everything as simple as tooth whitening to more complex porcelain veneer placements. Through advances in digital dentistry, these cosmetic procedures are becoming more accurate, more effective, and more cost-effective.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

How dental technology is changing the implant process

In the past 10 years, implant technology has greatly changed, allowing for quicker, safer, and more-predictable procedures.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Local dentist offers patients COVID-19 vaccines during visits

Your next trip to the dentist could be your chance to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Dentists ready to administer vaccines, but hurdles stand in the way

Dentists also have the option of being a provider where they can vaccinate in their office, but it has to be approved by the CDC.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Local orthodontists employ advanced technology, are nationally recognized

Bovenizer and Baker Orthodontics in Cary is a nationally recognized orthodontic practice that is a leader in industry education and the use of the latest technology.

Latisha Catchatoorian, WRAL Digital Solutions

Orthodontic practice gives foster kids a chance to smile

At Bovenizer and Baker Orthodontics, the A Chance to Smile program works with local nonprofit Friends of Wake County to provide free braces and dental care to foster children.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Considering braces for you child? Here's what you need to know

If you're considering getting braces for your child, here are some answers to parents' most common questions.

Latisha Catchatoorian, WRAL Digital Solutions

NC dentists can soon start vaccinating those eligible for a COVID vaccine

North Carolina now joins more than 20 states in including dentists in coronavirus vaccination efforts.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Over half of dental offices report COVID fear keeping patients from coming in

Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, health experts have warned against avoiding regular checkups and emerging health concerns for fear of contracting the virus at a medical office.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Local dentists say COVID-19 could mean more cracked teeth, jaw pain

Some local dentists report a new trend of dental injuries among their patients. "Grinding and crunching definitely is related to stress," said dentist Dr. Meenal Patel with Preston Dental Loft in Cary.

Gerald Owens, anchor/reporter, and Rick Armstrong, photojournalist

Dentist warns of potential problems with do-it-yourself teeth whitening videos

WRAL's Leslie Moreno spoke to an area dentist about the potential dangers associated with TikTok do-it-yourself teeth whitening tips that are on social media.

Dentist: TikTok whitening hacks could be harmful to teeth

You may have seen the TikTok videos on social media about whitening your teeth.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Dentists say virus shouldn't stop people from regular check-ups

The World Health Organization recently suggested that people delay routine dental appointments, at least until nations have a better handle on the spread of coronavirus. So what should people due for a six-month cleaning do?

WHO says people should keep putting off routine dental visits during pandemic

The World Health Organization recently suggested that people delay routine dental appointments, at least until nations have a better handle on the spread of coronavirus. So what should people due for a six-month cleaning do?

Richard Adkins, WRAL photojournalist