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Dr. Prashant Rao

Dr. Prashant Rao

Prashant Rao, DDS is a Charlotte native. He received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UNC Chapel Hill before graduating from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Rao continued his education after graduating from dental school by attending Long Island College Hospital, Brooklyn, NY, for a year-long GPR. He continued his studies in esthetics, Dental Implants, Endodontics and Orthodontics. Dr. Rao also keeps up to date with the latest advances in dental technology.

He is a proud member of the American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and South Charlotte Study Club.

Dr. Rao has been a member of ICOI for over a decade and completed a continuing education program in Raleigh, NC offered by the Triangle Dental Institute. Dr. Rao has received a fellowship in Implantology, and has joined the prestigious ICOI club (International Congress of Oral Implantologists).

Cedar Walk Family and Cosmetic Dentistry offers a wide range of services including preventative, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, such as fillings, exams, Invisalign and dental implants.
Our practice is built on providing quality service. We are also committed to educating our patients and explaining their treatment options. We are always available to answer your questions.


February 27, 2018

9 Reasons to Get Invisalign That Have Nothing to Do With Looks

Invisalign is not all about vanity. It’s ironic that such a powerful product that has made leaps and bounds in orthodontics is […]
February 19, 2018

What is Holistic Dentistry?

Did you know Dr. Brikina takes a holistic approach to your dental treatment?
January 18, 2018

Benefits of Single-Tooth Dental Implants

Almost everyone will lose at least one adult tooth by the time they are a senior. Many might think that this is […]
January 10, 2018

What are the Health Benefits of Straight Teeth?

You may be surprised to know that the benefits of having properly aligned teeth extend far beyond a confident smile. According to […]
December 18, 2017

Is It Safe to Whiten Your Teeth with Activated Charcoal Toothpaste?

Key Takeaways: Effectiveness and Safety Concerns: Dentists are cautious about the long-term safety of using activated charcoal toothpaste. While some patients report […]
December 12, 2017

Happy Holidays from your Cedar Walk Dentistry Team!

Thank you so much to all of our patients around Charlotte for making this year a great one. We’ve loved seeing each […]
November 14, 2017

Breaking the Opioid Habit in Dentist Offices

Dr. Rao and Dr. Brikina want to be a part of the solution to the prescription opioid problem in dental offices.
November 9, 2017

Use Your Dental Insurance Before End of the Year (You Could Save Hundreds of Dollars)

Did you know that you could actually save hundreds of dollars by using your dental benefits before the end of the year?
October 10, 2017

What do Endodontists do? They are experts at saving teeth!

Do you have pain in and around your mouth? Sometimes, it is difficult to diagnose the cause or exact location of this […]
September 20, 2017

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Dentsply Sirona World 2017 Meeting

Last weekend, Dr. Brikina and Dr. Rao attended the Ultimate Dental Meeting in Las Vegas!
September 13, 2017

Are Our Genes to Blame for Tooth Decay?

Author: Karen E. Nelson, Ph.D.
August 31, 2017

Relaxing Summer Vacation With Friends to Kauai, Hawaii

Dr. Brikina, Dr. Rao and their two daughters recently met up with some of Dr. Rao’s dental school friends for a relaxing […]
August 22, 2017

Don’t Let Diabetes Steal Your Smile

Did you know that 29.1 million people living in the United States have diabetes?
August 9, 2017

Braces or Invisalign – Your Options for a Healthier, Straighter Smile

Do you have mouth and jaw pain due to shifting teeth or over-crowding? Does your overbite, underbite or open-bite drive you crazy? […]
July 18, 2017

Bonding vs Veneers vs Crowns – What’s the key to your better smile?

If you need to tune up your teeth, your dentist can use bonding, veneers, and crowns to fix a range of dental […]
July 5, 2017

Whiter Teeth for Coffee Lovers

When it comes to kick-starting the day, many of us rely on a cup of joe. But what does it do to […]
June 26, 2017

Pregnancy and Dental Care: A Charlotte NC Dentist can keep your baby and mouth healthy!

June 5, 2017

Nutrition and Supplements for Dental Health

Nutrition plays an extremely important role in oral health, and you might remember from childhood that too much sugar and not enough […]
May 26, 2017

South Charlotte Study Club Event

Thank you, Mehul Gadhia, for all of the photos, we had a great time at the South Charlotte Study Club 10th anniversary event […]
April 26, 2017

Bad Breath: 6 Causes and 7 Solutions

April 26, 2017

Spring Break Beach Vacation

Dr. Rao, Dr. Brikina, and their two daughters recently took a spring break beach trip to the beautiful Turks and Caicos, a […]