28 minutes from Clayton — 4.9★ Google rated, Invisalign certified, accepting new patients.
Clayton and Johnston County residents deserve premier dental care without driving into Raleigh traffic. Frontier Dental Center in Apex is just 22 miles west via US-64 — a straightforward 28-minute drive — and offers the complete range of dental services with the personal touch of a family-owned practice. From Flowers Plantation to Glen Laurel, Clayton families trust Dr. Priya Raju.
We proudly serve patients from Flowers Plantation, Glen Laurel, Riverwood Athletic Club, Portofino, and all communities near Clayton, NC. If you can see the Triangle from your window, we're your dentist.
No referrals, no driving to multiple offices. From routine cleanings to complete smile makeovers — Frontier Dental Center handles it all.
Certified provider. Free consultations for Clayton patients.
Permanent tooth replacement with natural-looking results.
In-office & take-home whitening. Results in one visit.
Porcelain veneers for a flawless, natural-looking smile.
Gentle, painless root canal therapy to save your tooth.
Tooth-colored composite fillings that blend naturally.
Same-day emergency dental appointments available.
Comprehensive exams with advanced digital X-rays.
Dr. Priyadarshini Raju — known to her patients as Dr. Priya — earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree with High Honors from Boston University's Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. With 15+ years of experience and a genuine passion for patient care, she's the dentist Clayton families trust.
Her philosophy is simple: every patient deserves the same care she'd give her own family. That's why Frontier Dental Center has a 4.9★ Google rating and patients who've been coming from Clayton for years.
"Dr. Raju is absolutely wonderful. I drove from Clayton and it was completely worth it. The office is clean, modern, and the whole team made me feel so comfortable. Best dental experience I've had."
"I was hesitant about the drive from Clayton but my neighbor recommended Dr. Raju and I'm so glad I listened. Got my Invisalign here and the results are amazing. She genuinely cares about her patients."
"Had a dental emergency on a Saturday morning. Called Frontier Dental and they fit me in within the hour. Dr. Raju was calm, thorough, and pain-free. I'm now a patient for life. Highly recommend to everyone in Clayton."
Frontier Dental Center is approximately 22 miles and 28 minutes from Clayton. Take US-64 West straight toward Apex — no complicated turns.
Yes. We welcome patients from Clayton, Flowers Plantation, Glen Laurel, Portofino, and Johnston County. For many, we're the closest top-rated dental practice.
Yes. Dr. Priya Raju offers full dental implant services — consultation, placement, and restoration — for Clayton-area patients. Call 919-363-1501 for a free implant consultation.
Yes — Dr. Priya Raju is an Invisalign-certified provider. Clayton patients enjoy free Invisalign consultations with typically next-week availability. Call 919-363-1501 to schedule.
Yes — we're open Saturdays 9 AM–2 PM, perfect for Clayton families with busy weekday schedules. Book online 24/7 at frontierdentalcenter.com.
Join hundreds of Triangle-area families who trust Frontier Dental Center. New patients welcome. Same-day emergency slots available. Book online in 2 minutes.
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · 1783 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27523