Fayetteville · Centerton · Fort Smith, Arkansas
Orthodontics for Northwest Arkansas

A confident smile — and the healthy breathing behind it.

Braces, Invisalign, and airway-focused care for kids and adults. We straighten teeth and pay close attention to how you breathe, sleep, and grow.

HERO PHOTO — wide · doctor + young patient, natural light
Your first visit is free
In person or by video — no referral needed
CALM SLEEPING CHILD
or before/after expansion
01 — More than straight teeth

How you breathe shapes how you grow.

Crowded teeth and a narrow jaw often go hand-in-hand with mouth breathing and restless sleep. When we catch it early, gentle expansion can create room for teeth and a healthier airway.

  • i. Snoring, mouth breathing, or noisy sleep
  • ii. Restless nights or daytime tiredness
  • iii. Crowded, narrow teeth or a high palate
  • iv. Grinding, clenching, or trouble focusing
Take the 2-minute airway check
02 — How we can help

Two paths, one caring team

Straight teeth are the start. For many patients — especially kids — how the jaw grows matters just as much.

Path A
SMILING TEEN in aligners

Braces & Invisalign

Straighter teeth for every age — clear, comfortable, and built around your life.

InvisalignClear bracesMetal bracesRetainers
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Path B
CHILD BREATHING EASILY / expander

Airway & Expansion

Room to grow, easier breathing, and better sleep — for children, teens, and adults.

Palatal expansionMARPEMyofunctionalSleep
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03 — Treatments

Everything we offer

01

Invisalign

Clear, removable aligners for teens & adults.

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02

Braces

Metal & clear ceramic options for every age.

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03

Palatal Expansion

Early expansion (RME) for growing kids.

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04

MARPE

Non-surgical expansion for teens & adults.

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05

Myofunctional Therapy

Retrain tongue posture & breathing.

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06

Sleep & Breathing

Screening for airway & sleep issues.

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07

Early Treatment

Phase 1 care, starting around age 7.

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08

Retainers

Keep your new smile for good.

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Why Northwest Orthodontics

You'll be treated like family. Every visit.

We're a hard-working, slightly nerdy, genuinely caring team. Every person who walks through our door should leave feeling looked-after — and healthier than a straight smile alone.

Care like we careReal people who remember your name and your story.
Evidence-ledCurrent on expansion & airway research; each case treated to its phenotype.
Whole-health viewWe coordinate with ENTs, sleep physicians, and myofunctional therapists.
Straight talkClear options, honest timelines, no pressure. Ever.
04 — For parents
7

The best time for a first check-up.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic visit by age 7 — while the jaw is still growing and expansion is easiest.

Early doesn't always mean braces now. Often it means a simple plan, the right timing, and catching airway or growth issues while they're easy to guide. First visits are always free.

Book your child's free check-up
PARENT + YOUNG CHILD
friendly first visit
05 — What families say

Loved across Northwest Arkansas

★★★★★

"Pull your top Google reviews here — we'll feature the best three once we wire this up."

— Patient name, City
★★★★★

"A review that mentions the team's warmth and the kids' experience."

— Patient name, City
★★★★★

"A review about results — breathing, sleep, or a great smile."

— Patient name, City
06 — Find us

Three offices, one team

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Fayetteville

Address[Street], Fayetteville, AR
Phone(479) XXX-XXXX
HoursMon–Thu 8–5 · Fri by appt
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Centerton

Address[Street], Centerton, AR
Phone(479) XXX-XXXX
HoursMon–Thu 8–5 · Fri by appt
Book here
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Fort Smith

Address[Street], Fort Smith, AR
Phone(479) XXX-XXXX
HoursMon–Thu 8–5 · Fri by appt
Book here
07 — Meet your orthodontists

The doctors behind your smile

DR. GRAY headshot

Dr. Jesse Gray

Orthodontist · Founder

A self-described "lovable, bald nerd" with a passion for airway health, technology, and getting expansion right for every age.

DR. TRIEU headshot

Dr. Becky Trieu

Orthodontist

Focused on patient confidence and a calm, caring chairside experience for kids and adults alike.

Ready when you are.

Your first visit is free — in person or by video. We'll listen, take a look, and give you a clear, honest plan. No pressure.