The National Association of Dental Plans estimates that less than 3% of participants who have dental insurance use up their annual maximum on funds which can typically range from $1,000-$2,000 of paid dental benefits. The funds in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) are designated for patients to use with medical or dental care and expenses….
Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist During COVID-19?
At Research Triangle Dental, understanding there may be hesitation when it comes to booking an appointment, rest assured that RTDental aims to be the safest dental practice in town.

COVID-19 What are we doing to safeguard our patients?
In respect of concerns about the continuing rise of incidence (new cases) and prevalence (overall current cases) in the United States including North Carolina, of COVID-19 please know that we are monitoring this outbreak closely. Having received a Master’s in Public Health from UNC, (including Epidemiological training) and having practiced Dental Public Health in Canada,…

Missing Tooth Replacement – What’s Better, an Implant or a Bridge?
Replacing a missing tooth IS important. One might think they look alright and can chew and speak “just fine” without the tooth, but they may not realize how profoundly their smile and ability to function can be affected. For example, teeth adjacent to the missing tooth, as well as opposing teeth, tend to “drift” into…
Implant Specials: Best Pricing Ever!
Best pricing ever on implant replacement! Get the beautiful, healthy smile you deserve! Use your dental benefits/flex spending now before January 1st. 10% off a single tooth replacement (value of $519) 1 free implant with an implant bridge (value of $2,322) Call today 919-596-7447 *Implant discount given at bridge restoration. Offers end 12-31-2019.
Why Do I Need to Replace a Missing Tooth?
People often ask why replacing a missing back tooth is important. After all, you have been missing this tooth for some time and “don’t miss it.” The reasons for replacing the missing tooth or teeth are many. When the teeth are all present in your mouth the “system” is in balance. Once a tooth is…
Preventive Dental Care Can Reduce Costs
Many people think “If my tooth isn’t hurting me, why should I visit the Dentist?”. By the time a tooth is causing you pain, the problem could be pretty advanced. If you could have identified the problem before it hurt and resolve the problem with less money, would you? Waiting seems like it costs less…
Dr. Lopez Awarded Invisalign Certification
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Lopez Awarded Invisalign Certification October 27, 2014 Research Triangle Dental Expands Invisalign Capabilities Research Triangle Dental (RTDental), a leading dental group practice in central North Carolina, announces the expansion of their Invisalign Orthodontic program with the certification of Dr. Angel Lopez. Research Triangle Dental now has two certified Invisalign Providers in…
Dr. Angel Lopez Now Providing IV Sedation at Research Triangle Dental
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Research Triangle Dental (RTDental), a leading dental group practice in central North Carolina, today announced the expansion its services to include IV Sedation by a Board Certified Sedation Dentist, Dr. Angel Lopez. Durham, NC – October 15, 2012 Research Triangle Dental is pleased to announce that Dr. Angel Lopez has recently completed…
Advanced Dental Implant Certification Awarded to Dr. Angel Lopez and Dr. Brian Cahill
Research Triangle Dental and Implant Center (RTDental), a leading dental group practice in central North Carolina, today announced the successful completion of The Dental Implant Continuum at the Triangle Dental Institute by two of their dentists. Durham, NC, December 7, 2011 – Research Triangle Dental and Implant Center is pleased to announce that two…