We hope our webpage will serve as your internet source for all things involving Pediatric Dentistry and also provide you with information about our Pediatric Dental Practice. We specialize in the dental treatment of infants, children, adolescents and children with special needs. Dr. Hollowell, Dr. Porter and the staff at Triangle Pediatric Dentistry believe that a positive attitude toward dental care and prevention is a gift that will last a lifetime. With this in mind, our team works to provide the very best in compassionate, quality care with an emphasis on prevention and education. We strive to create a friendly, caring and comfortable atmosphere so that children look forward to their dental visits.
Dr. Hollowell (Dr. Buddy) grew up in Northeastern North Carolina in the small coastal town of Hertford, NC. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he received a BS in Biochemistry. Dr. Hollowell graduated with honors from the UNC School of Dentistry with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. After practicing for a year as a general dentist in Durham, he completed specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in Richmond, VA and received a Masters of Dental Science degree.
Dr. Hollowell is a recipient of the prestigious Richard C. Pugh Award, an honor for scoring in the top 3% of candidates nationwide on the written pediatric dental board exam. He also received the Resident Recognition award at VCU. Dr. Hollowells research paper titled Articaine Use in Children Among Dental Practitioners has been published in the journal Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Hollowell is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and the North Carolina Dental Society.
Dr. Hollowell and his wife, Stephanie, moved to Wake Forest in 2007. They have three children, Rob, Claire and John. In his free time Dr. Hollowell enjoys spending time with family, watching UNC sports, running, and coaching youth sports.
Dr. Porter is a native of South Carolina. He attended The Hammond School as a high school student and excelled in academics as well as athletics. Dr. Allen S Porter graduated from the University of South Carolina and received his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston graduating with honors. He obtained a Masters of Science (MS) degree in pediatric dentistry from The Medical College of Virginia (now known as the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine) in Richmond. After completing his residency Dr. Porter became board certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Porters research has been published in the journal of Pediatric Dentistry. His research was a public health survey to attempt to locate the underserved children who lack the basic access to dental care in the state of Virginia. Dr Porter is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the South Carolina Dental Association and the North Carolina Pediatric Dental Study Club.
Dr. Porter loves his profession and is extremely passionate about being able to provide the highest quality care to his young patients in the safest environment . Due to his background and credentials , he has privileges at WakeMed Hospital for patients requiring sedation, surgery, as well as treating patients with special health care needs. In his time off, Dr. Porter can be found on Sullivans Island, South Carolina. He enjoys fishing, boating, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Shauna Woody, Dr. Shauna, grew up in the Mountaineer State, West Virginia. She has travelled all over the country while completing her education and training, which first led her to complete undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. She then worked as a researcher for the Howard Hughes Medical Institute in the department of Molecular Microbiology at Tufts University researching the development of a vaccine for Streptococcus pneumoniae. While working she simultaneously started working on her Masters Degree in Medical Sciences at Boston University with a focus on oral health. She wrote her thesis on the causes of Early Childhood Caries, it was at this point that she applied to dental school and was accepted to the University of California, San Francisco.
Dr. Benson has served the Raleigh area as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS) since 2000. He completed his undergrad degree in Biology at UNC-CH, and graduated with Distinction from the UNC School of Dentistry. He completed his OMFS training at MCV-VCU in Richmond, Va.
Dr. Benson has memberships in multiple dental and surgical societies and is a Board certified OMFS. He also retains privileges at WakeMed Raleigh and the Surgical Center for Dental Professionals. Dr. Benson is also an adjunct faculty member of the UNC department of OMFS.
Dr. Benson enjoys hobbies that primarily involve his wife and daughter. You may also find him playing golf, running, or playing basketball to keep active and healthy. Dr. Benson values his oral surgery team and looks forward to assisting patients with their oral surgery needs.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 212 reviews
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2 years ago
They did a great job doing my daughter's fillings
Tiffany Foster
2 years ago
A sincere warning to all divorced moms sharing custody. My child was on my ex's dental insurance. This office had our billing address as my ex's name under my address. The post office will not deliver his mail to my address. Neither he nor I knew there was a bill. I brought my daughter to her regularly scheduled appointment 6 months later only to find out they sent our account to a collection agency without ever calling either of us. What's worse? THEY LIED ABOUT IT TO MY FACE and said they did not. I HAVE THE COLLECTION AGENCY LETTER. The most amusing part is they accepted payment from my ex AFTER they sent our account to an independent collection agency. Their admin function SERIOUSLY needs to sort themselves out. Oh, also they humiliated me in front of the entire waiting room about the non-payment of the bill. It was the first I had heard there was a problem! I will NEVER GO BACK HERE. Dr. Hollowell was great, but the admin staff, especially the office manager, are THE WORST!
Alex Rodriguez
2 years ago
Love this place been taking my kids since they are 4 years old
Joel
2 years ago
I'm amazed at and happy for all the positive reviews, but I have quite the bone to pick. I've gone here since I had teeth really, and I recently moved to a different dentist once I turned 18. I have been deathly afraid of the dentist after a middle school classmate passed away at the dentist. I am also neurodivergent and have been since I was tiny, so the loud noises of things like drills and electronic brushes, along with bright lights and people touching my face and mouth, are incredibly overwhelming to me. I assume because this is a children's dentist they just figured everyone would be scared, but they never did a thing to help me. Never did they tell me what they were doing without me asking, never did they offer me anything to help me calm down or any tips to help with sensory issues. I assumed that dentists for adults would be worse about this, but I was very wrong as my new dentist was able to get a room with a massaging chair for me at my last filling, and she explained each and every thing she did and showed me the tools. She helped me through and gave me specific tips to have an easier time, along with even helping me with a short meditation at the beginning, which was just above and beyond anything I expected. I don't expect a dentist to hold my hand (more on that later) or anything like that, but I expect some level of human respect for having a fear with a valid cause. I shouldn't even need to say that, because things like phobias and sensory issues shouldn't need to be explained. For about 3 years, I've seen a cavity in one of my teeth that I can stick small things in. I can see it with my naked eyes in just a normal mirror, so it's not hidden, and I've watched it grow. At my last appointment here, I left being told I had very healthy teeth, but six months later with the new dentist, I was told I have FIVE cavities. I do not believe five cavities can develop to the point of needing to be fixed in six months. I may be wrong on this, but I am certain the cavity I could see needed to be fixed much earlier. There was the time I got my wisdom teeth pulled also at this location. I chose to not have the anesthesia that would make me feel funny, and I accept this as my mistake. At one point during the procedure, I started feeling pain so I raised my hand. One of the assistants held my hand and prevented me from asking for more local anesthetic, until I was able to raise my other hand when I was immediately given it. I had other struggles with this procedure as well- I had to Google a lot of aftercare instructions that weren't on the instructional sheet because all the surgeon did was hand me the sheet and tell me very little. This surgeon wasn't malicious, but he was never kind to me at any point during the procedure. I sadly would not recommend this dentist, especially to anyone with a child who is scared of the dentist or who is neurodivergent in any way.
Karen Hocutt
2 years ago
My son has been a patient here for over 10 years. At his first appointment he was a super scared kid, the staff made him feel safe and confident in the process. By his third visit he was excited about going to see Dr Buddy! Highly recommend this team of professionals!
Fanista Rose
2 years ago
Been going here ever since I was a kid, Hoping a review from a person who's gone here as a child may help. I have autism and they are very accommodating to my specifications and worries about everything. Feels like a family, not just a dentist. I have never felt uneasy here and I recommend this to anyone with children on the spectrum or have special needs!
Isela Roa
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) my favorite the best My children happy on every date They are excellent people excellent work (Original) Mi favorito el mejor Mis hijos felices en cada cita son excelentes personas excelente trabajo
Leigh Walker
2 years ago
Dr. Buddy at Triangle Pediatric Dentistry has been our dentist for 14 years. The continuity of care, convenient location and top notch care are exceptional. The team is always kind and patient and we never have wait.
maryann rose
2 years ago
Dr Porter and Mallory are AMAZING! We've been a client for over 4 years and keep coming back because they are friendly, wonderful with children and clinically superior! They always put my daughter at ease, have a fun & warm atmosphere and give great communication every step of the way. We would never go anywhere else and if they served adults I would go here as well! No unnecessary procedures or add ons and just all around great people.
Jamie Maneth
2 years ago
The whole staff is fantastic! The staff and Dr. Buddy made my 2 year old relaxed and excited for her future dental visits!!
Aretha Dillard
2 years ago
Caitlin was awesome! My daughter suffers from extreme anxiety & Caitlin was sure to keep her calm. Triangle Pediatric Dentistry has amazing staff and we love Dr. Porter!
Candace Hughes
2 years ago
We love TPD! We switched to them about 6-7 years ago after a really bad experience with another local pediatric dentist, and there was no comparison! I feel completely informed as a parent, and my kids love going here! Dr. Porter and all the hygienists are super friendly and personable. Thank you TPD!!
Jessica Medina
2 years ago
I went in for my daughters fillings and Dr. Porter along with Caitlin did a excellent job. This is the only Pediatric dentist my kids have been to and will not change.Highly recommend.
Cole Heidinger
2 years ago
I've been a patient at Triangle Pediatric Dentistry for a couple of years now and really like the dentistry. Dr. Buddy and all the staff are so nice and helpful. Dr. Buddy has created a great plan for the future of my teeth and I wanted to thank him and the whole of Triangle Pediatric Dentistry for that.
Amber Andrews
2 years ago
My son has a great experience every visit! Dr. Buddy is definitely the best!
Joanne Heidinger
2 years ago
My son has been going to Triangle Pediatric Dentistry for a few years, and they are so friendly and thorough! Dr. Buddy is fantastic, and always takes the time to explain everything in detail and answer any questions we have. We highly recommend their practice!
Lexi
2 years ago
Triangle Pediatric Dentistry is an amazing team from check in to check out to everything/everyone in between. Professional and caring staff and it's obvious they love what they do. My daughter looks forward to her appointments.
Carly Rowe
2 years ago
We love going to see Dr. Porter. He is always so calm and gentle with my kiddos. They love picking from the prize machines and look forward to going to the dentist. We usually have Caitlin or Monica as dental hygienists and they are equally as amazing. Highly recommend.
Rakhee Patel
2 years ago
Dr. Buddy and staff have been nothing but amazing to work with. Both my boys have been at this practice since they were little. Everyone is always very polite and ready to answer questions. Booking appointments is a breeze when we can get them right after school. Fantastic service!
Kimberly Stolfi
2 years ago
We love Triangle Pediatric Dentistry! The staff is amazing and they truly care about their patients. Everyone is so friendly and helpful.
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