Our father and son doctors have a hand-picked team whoallshare thesame values of compassion and respect. We have worked together for many years and are comfortable and relaxed with each other. Because we are like a big extended family, our patients can tell our relationships with them are genuine.
Permanent teeth will begin to grow around age 6, and except for wisdom teeth, are all present between ages 12 and 14. Wisdom teeth typically begin breaking through from age 17 and on. The total number of permanent teeth is 3.
Your front teeth are called incisors. The sharp fang-like teeth are canines. The next side teeth are referred to as pre-molars or bicuspids, and the back teeth are molars. Your permanent teeth are the ones you keep for life, so it is vital that they are brushed and flossed regularly and that periodic check-ups by a dentist are followed.
'We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is skilled, trained and highly experienced, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a registered assistant or registered dental hygienist, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.'
Dr. Cole Waggener grew up in the Merritt Island area and graduated from Merritt Island High School in 2005. After high school Dr. Waggener attended undergrad at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. There he received his Bachelor of Science degree in pre-professional biology. He took two years off from school working at the local hospital in Boone for the pathology department and as a phlebotomist. After two years he decided to pursue his dream to become a dentist. He then attended Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI where he completed his Biomedical Science Masters Program. He then went on to attend dental school at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Waggener graduated this past Spring and is very excited to start giving back to the community where he grew up.
Dr. Waggener is part of the Brevard Dental Society, and the American Dental Society (ADA). While in school, Dr. Waggener participated in dental lobby day at the state and federal level where he met with representatives and senators at the state capitol and Washington DC to lobby for the dental profession. He is looking forward to getting involved with organized dentistry in Florida.
Outside of work, Dr. Waggener enjoys spending time with his his family: his wife, Dr. Stephanie Waggener, his daughter, Anya, and his chocolate lab, Bear. Together they enjoy golf, being outside and working on their new home.