Braces or Invisalign? We break down cost, comfort, and lifestyle so you can choose with confidence. Plus: at NWO, both options cost the same. Free consult!
Read the article →Nervous about your first orthodontic appointment? Here's exactly what happens at a consultation at Northwest Orthodontics — no surprises, no pressure, just answers.
Read the article →Crowded teeth are the most common reason people seek orthodontic treatment — but they're about more than just looks. Here's what causes them and how to fix them.
Read the article →Think you're too old for braces? You're not. Here's what adult orthodontic treatment actually looks like — timeline, cost, options, and why more adults are doing it than you think.
Read the article →Braces mean some foods are off-limits — but it's a shorter list than you think. Here's what to avoid, what's totally fine, and how to make eating with braces easy.
Read the article →For a lot of families, the conversation about orthodontic treatment goes something like this: the dentist mentions that braces are probably in the cards, everyone nods, and then the first question that comes up on the drive home is — "okay but what is that actually going to cost us?" It's the right question to […]
Read the article →We love to see you, but we don’t want it to be because of an orthodontic emergency if we can help you avoid it. So before you pop a bracket or break a wire, let’s lay out the best candy and snacks for Halloween and the ones you should avoid! Some of the best Halloween candies are actually safe to eat with braces! So if your bag is full of 3 Musketeers or Reese’s, you’re good to go! Just make sure you skip the bars with nuts.
Read the article →A bite block — also called a ramp or a turbo — is designed to keep your upper and lower teeth from touching during your orthodontic treatment. That helps prevent you from breaking your brackets when you’re biting down. Northwest Orthodontics uses bite blocks to improve your bite and speed up your treatment time.
Read the article →Invisalign and Invisalign Teen are an awesome, low-profile way to straighten your teeth and improve on other orthodontic issues. Dr. Gray is both an Invisalign and Invisalign Teen provider in Fayetteville, Arkansas. While Invisalign and Invisalign Teen are a great option for most patients, they don't always work in every situation. The good news is […]
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