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Dr. Kent, a leading Platinum Plus Provider of Invisalign in Raleigh, NC, offers a range of orthodontic solutions for all ages. At Carolina Braces, we specialize in delivering exceptional care with state-of-the-art treatments, from discreet Invisalign aligners to reliable traditional braces, ensuring every patient achieves their perfect smile.

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Our doctors ensure every patient enjoys a fun, comfortable experience on the journey to a perfect smile.

Dr. Robert Kent
Dr. Kent specializes in orthodontic care for children, teenagers, and adults, holding two undergraduate degrees and a Doctorate in Dentistry from the University of North Carolina, where he finished in the top 5% of his class. He enjoys spending time with his family and staying active with tennis, golf, and other outdoor activities.
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Dr. Samantha Tagerman
Dr. Samantha Tagerman Oxner grew up in Newton, Massachusetts and earned her Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from Tulane University in New Orleans. She then went on to receive her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated first in her class with honors in Community Oral Health and Care for the Medically Complex.
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Who We Help

Everyone Deserves A
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From traditional braces to Invisalign and other treatments including TMJ/TMD, airway, and more, we offer flexible options that seamlessly integrate into your daily routine, helping you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.
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Our early orthodontic treatments help set the foundation for a healthy, beautiful smile as your child grows and develops.
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Teen orthodontics offers a variety of fun and effective options to achieve that perfect smile during these transformative years.
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Adult orthodontics provides discreet and comfortable solutions to enhance your smile, no matter when you start your journey!
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Treatments For every Lifestyle

Exploring our range of orthodontic treatments opens the door to finding the perfect solution tailored to your unique smile needs and lifestyle!
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Getting braces with us isn’t just effective — it’s fun! We’re known as the fun place for braces, where every step of your treatment is enjoyable, from relaxed office visits to our exciting monthly de-band parties when your braces come off!

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We are proud to be among the top Invisalign providers in the Triangle, offering a clear, comfortable way to straighten your teeth without the hassle of traditional braces. Invisalign is ideal for patients of all ages and fits seamlessly into your life.
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Additional treatments include TMJ/TMD, airway, TruDenta for headache relief, the Dental Pain Eraser for non-invasive pain management, and myocentric therapy to improve muscle function. No matter the treatment, we combine advanced technology with a fun approach.
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We truly appreciate your trust in our team and are so grateful for your kind words. Your feedback means the world to us and helps us continue creating smiles every day. Thank you for choosing Carolina Braces—we love serving our amazing patients! 💙🦷

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We truly appreciate your trust in our team and are so grateful for your kind words. Your feedback means the world to us and helps us continue creating smiles every day. Thank you for choosing Carolina Braces—we love serving our amazing patients! 💙🦷

We truly appreciate your trust in our team and are so grateful for your kind words. Your feedback means the world to us and helps us continue creating smiles every day. Thank you for choosing Carolina Braces—we love serving our amazing patients! 💙🦷 ...

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A big THANK YOU to some of our amazing dental partners who trust us with their patients’ smiles! 💙 We had the opportunity to stop by and visit a few of your offices this week, and we’re so grateful for the referrals, support, and relationships we’ve built together.

We truly appreciate every patient you send our way and the confidence you place in our team.

And a special shoutout to SOLA for the incredible food and treats that helped make our visits even sweeter!

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A big THANK YOU to some of our amazing dental partners who trust us with their patients’ smiles! 💙 We had the opportunity to stop by and visit a few of your offices this week, and we’re so grateful for the referrals, support, and relationships we’ve built together.

We truly appreciate every patient you send our way and the confidence you place in our team.

And a special shoutout to SOLA for the incredible food and treats that helped make our visits even sweeter!

@solacoffee @dinokidsraleigh @fallsfamily.dental

A big THANK YOU to some of our amazing dental partners who trust us with their patients’ smiles! 💙 We had the opportunity to stop by and visit a few of your offices this week, and we’re so grateful for the referrals, support, and relationships we’ve built together.

We truly appreciate every patient you send our way and the confidence you place in our team.

And a special shoutout to SOLA for the incredible food and treats that helped make our visits even sweeter!

@solacoffee @dinokidsraleigh @fallsfamily.dental
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Drop a 🎤 if you think Dr. Kent deserves an encore.
Thank you Amy, Jordan, and Laci for all you do and making our office a better place for our team and patients!

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Drop a 🎤 if you think Dr. Kent deserves an encore. 
Thank you Amy, Jordan, and Laci for all you do and making our office a better place for our team and patients!

Drop a 🎤 if you think Dr. Kent deserves an encore.
Thank you Amy, Jordan, and Laci for all you do and making our office a better place for our team and patients!
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Happy Father’s Day to all the dads who make a difference every day. We hope you have a fantastic day celebrating with those you love most!

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads who make a difference every day. We hope you have a fantastic day celebrating with those you love most! ...

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It’s Deband Day!
You thought graduation day was exciting… then you got your braces off. 😎✨

Deband Day = our favorite day every single time! 🦷💙

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You thought graduation day was exciting… then you got your braces off. 😎✨

Deband Day = our favorite day every single time! 🦷💙

It’s Deband Day!
You thought graduation day was exciting… then you got your braces off. 😎✨

Deband Day = our favorite day every single time! 🦷💙
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🦷 Don’t forget those rubber bands! 🦷

Rubber bands are a small part of your orthodontic treatment, but they make a BIG difference. They are essential because they apply continuous pressure that’s needed to move teeth and align your bite properly.

Without that consistent pressure, your teeth may not move into their ideal positions, which can slow down your progress and delay the results you’re working toward.

⏰ The secret to staying on schedule? Those little rubber bands.

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🦷 Don’t forget those rubber bands! 🦷

Rubber bands are a small part of your orthodontic treatment, but they make a BIG difference. They are essential because they apply continuous pressure that’s needed to move teeth and align your bite properly.

Without that consistent pressure, your teeth may not move into their ideal positions, which can slow down your progress and delay the results you’re working toward.

 ⏰ The secret to staying on schedule? Those little rubber bands.

#raleighnc #braces #smilebig #carolinabraces

🦷 Don’t forget those rubber bands! 🦷

Rubber bands are a small part of your orthodontic treatment, but they make a BIG difference. They are essential because they apply continuous pressure that’s needed to move teeth and align your bite properly.

Without that consistent pressure, your teeth may not move into their ideal positions, which can slow down your progress and delay the results you’re working toward.

⏰ The secret to staying on schedule? Those little rubber bands.

#raleighnc #braces #smilebig #carolinabraces
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A huge shoutout to Emma and Dr. Kent for helping create another amazing patient experience! We love seeing our patients smile, and it means even more when they take the time to share their kind words with a 5-star review.

Thank you to our incredible patients for your trust, support, and feedback. Reviews like these remind us why we love what we do every day. 💙

Way to go, Emma and Dr. Kent! 👏

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A huge shoutout to Emma and Dr. Kent for helping create another amazing patient experience! We love seeing our patients smile, and it means even more when they take the time to share their kind words with a 5-star review.

Thank you to our incredible patients for your trust, support, and feedback. Reviews like these remind us why we love what we do every day. 💙

Way to go, Emma and Dr. Kent! 👏

#welovetoseeyousmile #loveourpatients #raleighnc

A huge shoutout to Emma and Dr. Kent for helping create another amazing patient experience! We love seeing our patients smile, and it means even more when they take the time to share their kind words with a 5-star review.

Thank you to our incredible patients for your trust, support, and feedback. Reviews like these remind us why we love what we do every day. 💙

Way to go, Emma and Dr. Kent! 👏

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A beautiful smile isn’t just something you buy, it’s something you get to keep for a lifetime. From job interviews and family photos to weddings, vacations, and everyday confidence, your smile goes with you everywhere.

When you think about it that way, investing in a smile you love is one of the smartest investments you can make. 🦷✨

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A beautiful smile isn’t just something you buy, it’s something you get to keep for a lifetime. From job interviews and family photos to weddings, vacations, and everyday confidence, your smile goes with you everywhere.

When you think about it that way, investing in a smile you love is one of the smartest investments you can make. 🦷✨

#orthodontics #weloveourpatients #debandday #invisalign

A beautiful smile isn’t just something you buy, it’s something you get to keep for a lifetime. From job interviews and family photos to weddings, vacations, and everyday confidence, your smile goes with you everywhere.

When you think about it that way, investing in a smile you love is one of the smartest investments you can make. 🦷✨

#orthodontics #weloveourpatients #debandday #invisalign
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Congratulations to all of our graduates! 🎓 We are so proud of you and wish you success, happiness, and endless opportunities ahead.

And remember just because high school is over, doesn’t mean your retainer is! 😆

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Congratulations to all of our graduates! 🎓 We are so proud of you and wish you success, happiness, and endless opportunities ahead. 

And remember just because high school is over, doesn’t mean your retainer is! 😆

Congratulations to all of our graduates! 🎓 We are so proud of you and wish you success, happiness, and endless opportunities ahead.

And remember just because high school is over, doesn’t mean your retainer is! 😆
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A little breakfast delivery for the amazing team at Triangle Dentistry this morning! ☀️💙

We are incredibly grateful for Triangle Dentistry and all of our referring dental partners throughout the Raleigh area. The relationships we’ve built allow us to work together toward one common goal…helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

A big thank you to @solacoffee for the most beautiful platter of breakfast goodies! 🤤

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A little breakfast delivery for the amazing team at Triangle Dentistry this morning! ☀️💙

We are incredibly grateful for Triangle Dentistry and all of our referring dental partners throughout the Raleigh area. The relationships we’ve built allow us to work together toward one common goal…helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. 

A big thank you to @solacoffee for the most beautiful platter of breakfast goodies! 🤤 

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A little breakfast delivery for the amazing team at Triangle Dentistry this morning! ☀️💙

We are incredibly grateful for Triangle Dentistry and all of our referring dental partners throughout the Raleigh area. The relationships we’ve built allow us to work together toward one common goal…helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

A big thank you to @solacoffee for the most beautiful platter of breakfast goodies! 🤤

@triangle.dentistry
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Our patients rave about us, consistently leaving 5-star reviews that reflect their love for our friendly service and exceptional orthodontic care!

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Robyn W.
I had a great experience at Carolina Braces today! Aliyah was amazing from start to finish. I got checked in, sat down for maybe two minutes, and she was already coming to get me. I was very indecisive about what color I wanted for my braces, but Aliyah took the time to help me choose. In the end, I absolutely LOVE the color we picked, so thank you, Ms. Aliyah! The doctor and Aliyah both made me feel comfortable asking questions and sharing my preferences. They listened to what I wanted while also educating me on what would be best for my treatment. They truly made me feel heard and involved in the process. One thing I always look forward to is flossing during my visits, and Aliyah was so patient with me. She let me take my time and never made me feel rushed, even though I know they have many patients to see throughout the day. Thank you so much, Aliyah, for your kindness, patience, and excellent care. You made this visit a wonderful experience!
Davis R.
Good service, and very efficient. would definitely recommend
Blazian K.
“I had a great experience at this orthodontic office. The staff is always welcoming, professional, and attentive from the moment you walk in. The office is clean, organized, and appointments are efficient with little to no wait time. The orthodontist takes the time to explain treatment options and answer any questions, which makes the entire process feel comfortable and stress-free. I truly appreciate the level of care and customer service I’ve received and would highly recommend this office to anyone considering orthodontic treatment.
Svetlana D.
It was my 2nd round of wearing braces and both times I chose to go through this process with Dr. Kent and his team. Dr. Kent gave me a beautiful smile 9 years ago that lasted for many years until I made a mistake of wearing a retainer that I accidentally banded. I’m really glad that Dr. Kent and his team continue helping their patients like myself to achieve the smile that makes them proud and gives great sense of confidence. Dr. Kent has a fantastic team, both at the front and in the back of the office. Lacey (apologies if I misspelled the name) took charge during my first appointment when my braces were put on. She took time making me feel comfortable and made a great suggestion for the color of the bands (pearl) that I kept on wearing throughout my journey this time. Emily went above and beyond to ensure that all of the final appointments right before my wedding were scheduled to accommodate my busy schedule. Jose played a very important role in helping me to create a step by step plan of all upcoming final treatments starting from removing my braces to the building a final permanent retainer. My case was a complex one because we had to add dental work in addition to the orthodontic care, and Jose wrote down everything for me and talked to me about every step to ensure that everything was taken into consideration. He also removed my braces and used a technique that really helped to minimize discomfort for my teeth. Dr. Kent is caring, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. To ensure that my permanent retainer doesn’t interfere with the upcoming dental work, he offered to do a temporary retainer first and build a final permanent retainer after my dental appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Kent and his practice for everyone looking not only for a bright smile but for a confidence boost ahead!
Carla V.
I cannot say enough good things about Carolina Braces! They did a phenomenal job from start to finish. The staff made every appointment easy and comfortable, and the results speak for themselves—I absolutely love my smile! Thank you for such an incredible experience!
Janell T.
One adjustment appointment left my teeth feeling more sensitive than usual, so I called the office for advice. They responded quickly and gave helpful suggestions that worked well. It was reassuring to know they were available when I had concerns rather than making me wait until the next visit.
Morgan M.
All of the staff here are amazing! Dr. Kent and Emma made getting my braces put on seamless from start to finish. They were both professional, kind, and made sure I was comfortable the entire time. The process was quick, smooth, and way less stressful than I expected. I truly appreciate how great the experience was. They also gave me a goodie bag at the end with helpful items for caring for my braces, which was such a nice surprise. It was just a small but really kind touch that showed how much they care about their patients.
W B.
My son had his braces done here and had an excellent experience with great results. I just started with Invisalign and the process has been smooth and well-explained. The staff is friendly, professional, and care about their patients. Highly recommend Carolina Braces!
Francis W.
Dr. Kent and the entire Carolina Braces staff have been so helpful with transitioning from conventional braces to Invisalign. Emma was very efficient with removing my brackets and wires. She was very knowledgeable about the Invisalign trays and was friendly and courteous throughout my entire visit. Thank you Carolina Braces!
Kaitlynn L.
Carolina Braces has been nothing but excellent so far! All of the staff is pleasant (which is hard to come by these days) and Dr. Tagerman is awesome! I just got my braces put on today and the entire process was smooth and painless. They are a great team! I highly recommend them if you are considering braces (:
Tanisha B.
This has been my best dental experiences becoming a patient. The staff is so kind and professional, and the dentist made sure I understood everything about my treatment. The office is very clean and welcoming. I left feeling well taken care of and confident in my smile! Thanks again Amy you rock everytime
Derick J.
I had an amazing experience for my first time consultation. They broke everything down very detailed oriented, friendly staff positive atmosphere highly recommend recommended.
Jacob B.
Dr. Tagerman was such a huge help with my experience and i’m so glad i chose to go to Carolina Braces!!
Demiana D.
Got my braces done here the other day. Everyone was so sweet , vibes are good, was in and out quickly . Grateful !
Maryam G.
My son got his braces a few months ago at Carolina Braces, and we’ve had a great experience. The team is always kind and professional. Last Sunday, one of his wires came out and he was in pain. Even though it was rainy and the office was closed, Dr. Kent came in on his day off to fix it so my son wouldn’t have to wait until Monday. That truly meant a lot to us and shows how much he cares about his patients. We highly recommend Carolina Braces and definitely Dr. Kent!
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