Meet Dr. Nate Shaw
Credentials, experience, and associations are extremely
important aspects to look for in a pediatric dentist. What makes
one stand out from the other? WHO they are. Our Doctor Spotlight
series allows our tiny patients and parents to get a glimpse into
the doctor’s lives. Come get to know us!
Dr. Nate Shaw is a board certified pediatric dentist and a
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also
currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry,
American Dental Association, Southeastern Society of Pediatric
Dentistry, and the North Carolina Academy of Pediatric
Dentistry.
Dr. Nate has provided dental care for those in need through
mission work in Ecuador, Kenya, and has worked closely with North
Carolina Missions of Mercy in their free mobile dental program. He
will be primarily seeing patients at our Waverly location. Come get
to know him!
Why did you decide to focus on pediatric dentistry
rather than general dentistry?
I was able to intern at a pediatric dental office during college
and dental school, and really enjoyed my time working with kids.
They keep each day interesting and interacting with children is
both fun and rewarding.
Do you have kids?
My wife, Kate, and I don’t have any kids yet, but plan on
starting a family soon. We do have one rescue dog, named Kona.
What are some of your “tricks” to help ease kids’
fears about their dental visits?
I think it is important to use language that kids understand and
find comforting. I like to take my time showing and explaining what
we’re going to do ahead of time so there are no scary surprises.
It also definitely helps having a TV above the chairs for them to
watch!
What’s the best part of your day?
It’s always fun if you can get a child to laugh, kids have great
senses of humor (and my wife doesn’t think any of my jokes are
funny).
What’s your favorite kids’ show?
I still like the classic Disney movies the best, such as Lion King
and Aladdin. But my favorite kids’ show is probably Phineas and
Ferb.
What’s your favorite color?
Blue, specifically Carolina Blue (go Tar Heels)!
Do you have a sweet tooth? If so, what’s your favorite
sweet?
Luckily, for my profession, I don’t have much of a sweet tooth
– but I do like Reese’s Pieces.
Have you always wanted to be a dentist? If not, what did
you want to be as a kid?
I always wanted a job in healthcare growing up, and decided on
dentistry in high school after some great dental experiences
myself. Of course, if I was athletic enough to be a professional
basketball or tennis player, I wouldn’t have turned down any
contract offers.
Do you have a role model or a mentor? Why do you look up
to them?
My family members have always been great examples for me to look up
to, my mom and grandmother were both nurses and my uncle is a
pediatrician. Both my parents are supportive, hard working, strong
in their faith, and are great providers that I hope to emulate when
I have a family of my own.
What is your favorite sports team?
I went to UNC and grew up in Charlotte, so I love the Tar Heels and
Panthers.
Finish this sentence: When I was a kid…
I loved to play the original Super Mario Brothers video game and I
wanted to be a ninja turtle when I grew up, preferably
Leonardo.
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