Family Dentistry
Bring Everyone To One Office
Keep Your Loved Ones Smiling With a Family Dentist in Wilmington
Your family's smiles mean the world to you. It's crucial to find the right dental partner who understands their unique need. As your family dentist in Wilmington, Dr. Shumate and our entire team will protect your favorite smiles. By partnering with us at Porters Neck Dentistry, you will:
- Experience the benefits of personalized attention for your dental needs
- Gain a trusted oral health advisor who knows your dental histories
- Prevent dental issues from harming your family's smiles
- Improve your smile's appearance with our range of cosmetic options
- Look forward to positive and educational visits for children and parents alike
No insurance? Join our Membership Club for savings on your dental treatments. Ask about our new patient specials, too, like our $149 cleaning and exam (a $318 savings!).
Support Healthy Smiles from Childhood to Adulthood
Instilling good oral health habits at an early age creates a foundation for a lifetime of beautiful smiles. We welcome children as young as 2 years old at our practice. Our treatment options include:
- A happy, positive first appointment to help your little one feel comfortable
- Traditional checkups, including gentle cleanings and exams, as your child becomes comfortable with our team
- Early monitoring of your child's alignment and preventive orthodontics, like space maintainers, if they lose a tooth too soon
- Dentofacial orthopedics, if needed, to encourage proper jaw development
- Restorative treatments, like fillings, to treat cavities
Our team creates a positive experience through our comforting, caring environment. We explain each step of the visit to both you and your child. Your dentist will manage your expectations and help you avoid any surprises about costs or care.
Stay Consistent With One Trusted Dental Home
Patients of all ages will benefit from our comprehensive care options. You will find a range of dental treatments for your unique smile goals.
Since visiting the dentist can be stressful, you'll appreciate our calming environment. We have amenities like weighted blankets and headphones. If you have significant anxiety, we offer laughing gas (nitrous oxide) or intravenous (IV) sedation to help you relax during your treatment. Your dentist will help you determine the right level of sedation.
You'll benefit from:
- General Dentistry - From routine cleanings to gum disease treatment, our general dentistry services keep your smile healthy and bright.
- Cosmetic Dentistry - Enhance your smile's appearance with cosmetic options from teeth whitening to veneers. We can even give you a complete smile makeover.
- Dental Implants - Replace missing teeth with implants that function like artificial tooth roots. You'll improve your bite function and jawbone health.
- Restorative Dentistry - Repair and restore damaged teeth with treatments such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and dentures. You'll gain back a healthy smile.
- Orthodontics - Achieve straighter teeth and improved alignment with Invisalign®, a discreet alternative to braces. Preventive orthodontics are also available to encourage proper development of your children's teeth.
- Oral Surgery - From tooth extractions to cosmetic gum surgery, our oral surgery services will ensure your smile is in the best possible condition.
Make us your family dentist in Wilmington and enjoy quality care at every stage of life.
Commonly Asked Questions About Family Dentisry
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Visiting a family dentist is a great way to keep your kids' teeth healthy while simplifying your dental routine. Having all your family's dental records in one spot makes it simple to transfer them if you relocate. It also means you can schedule multiple appointments quickly with just one call.