Back to School with Dr. Whitlock and Whitlock Orthodontics

Now that many of the schools in Springdale and Northwestern Arkansas are in session again, Dr. Boyd Whitlock and our staff would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance. With school, clubs and sports to consider, we know that it can be challenging to find time to visit Whitlock Orthodontics. In order to accommodate all of our patients' busy schedules, it is important that you plan ahead for your appointments so that we are able to provide you with an appointment time that is convenient for you.

As always, please remember to give Dr. Whitlock and our team advanced notice if you are unable to make your scheduled appointment. If we receive enough notice, we might be able to schedule another patient for that time. Feel free to give us a call at (479) 751-1103 if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule your fall appointment. We hope everyone is enjoying the first couple weeks of classes!

Ask Dr. Whitlock: Who benefits from iBraces™?

Dr. Boyd Whitlock and Whitlock Orthodontics, serving Springdale and northwest Arkansas, is pleased to offer our patients iBraces. Our team is always receiving questions about iBraces, which are placed behind your teeth so no one will know that you are wearing braces unless you tell them. These unique braces are created using state-of-the-art technology and are 100 percent customized to the shape of your teeth and to your dental situation

These unique type of braces is created using state-of-the-art technology and is entirely customized to the shape of your teeth. So, you can be improving your smile efficiently and effectively in a discreet new way. For more information on iBraces and treatment options at our office, please give us a call at (479) 751-1103 to schedule your consultation!

Whitlock Orthodontics, supporting Smile for a Lifetime

Dr. Boyd Whitlock and Whitlock Orthodontics are proud partners with Smile for a Lifetime, an outstanding program that changes lives every single day by providing free braces for children whose families could otherwise not afford them. Dr. Whitlock is one of three doctors in Northwest Arkansas who is involved with the Smile for a Lifetime program.

If you're interested in becoming a candidate for Smile for a Lifetime at Whitlock Orthodontics, please complete a one-page application for your child. The applications can be picked up at our Springdale location or by calling Vanessa, our treatment coordinator, at (479) 751-1103. Interested patients and their families must be at or below poverty level.

We look forward to working with your child!

Whitlock orthodontics, helping kids in need of school supplies

Our staff at Whitlock Orthodontics wants to help give back to those who are less fortunate this upcoming school year, and are asking that you help us stuff our Hummer with school supplies. All of the donated school supplies will go to the United Way, who will distribute them in Springdale and around the area in Northwestern Arkansas to those kids in need. Every little bit helps.

This afternoon, we will be at the Walmart on 6th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, helping the United Way stuff the bus with school supplies. If you find yourself in the area please stop by and give a donation or just come and see us!

Also, we encourage you stop by our office with your donated school supplies all summer long! Happy Friday!

Dr. Whitlock and team want to know: What should we blog about this summer?

As summer rapidly approaches, our team at Whitlock Orthodontics strive to continue writing about important topics related to orthodontics and your treatment at our office - and are busy planning ahead our blogging schedule for the remainder of summer.

To help us continue doing that through the course of the long, hot summer, however, we'd love your input: What would you like us to focus on our blog in the coming months? What would you like to know about the always-changing and exciting field of orthodontics? Perhaps there’s something you’ve wanted to ask Dr. Boyd Whitlock for a while and haven't found the right moment? Let us know by posting here or on our Facebook page!

We hope you have a great weekend!

Patriotic fun facts with Whitlock Orthodontics!

On Sunday, our staff at Whitlock Orthodontics will be celebrating our America's 234th birthday. And because we know our patients love fun facts, we thought we'd provide you with some fun facts about Independence Day! Have a great Fourth of July weekend everyone!!

- Independence Day was first celebrated in Philadelphia on July 8, 1776.

- An estimated 2.5 million people lived in America in July 1776. Today, an estimated 309 million people reside in the United States.

- The major objection to being ruled by Britain was taxation without representation, which meant that people didn't want to be taxed by a government that did not represent them.

- In 1941, Congress declared 4th of July a federal legal holiday. It is one of the few federal holidays that have not been moved to the nearest Friday or Monday.

- The stars on the original American flag were arranged in a circle to ensure that all colonies were equal.

- America's mascot, the bald eagle, can achieve speeds of up to 200 miles per hour when making a predatory dive. During a normal flight, bald eagles can travel up to 30 miles per hour.

- The American flag patch is backwards on U.S. Army uniforms. The reason? The blue field on the flag (the part with the stars) faces forward to symbolize carrying the American flag into battle.

- Someone who specializes in the history of flags is called a vexillologist.

- The word ‘patriotism’ comes from the Latin patria, which means ‘homeland’ or ‘fatherland.’

- According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans consume over 150 million hot dogs during their Independence Day festivities.

- Speaking of food, there's a 1-in-6 chance the beef on your backyard grill came from Texas. The Lone Star State is America's leader in the production of cattle and calves.

Dr. Whitlock wants to know: Are you getting regular checkups?

Springdale and northwest Arkansas orthodontist Dr. Boyd Whitlock wants to know: is your child brushing his or her teeth twice a day as recommended during their treatment? If the answer is yes, that's fantastic! But, don't forget it’s also important for your child to visit the dentist every six months in addition to brushing their teeth a couple times a day (and visiting Whitlock Orthodontics as recommended by Dr. Whitlock and our staff during your treatment). After all, regular dental checkups are vital for maintaining good oral health. Your dentist can:

• Check for problems that might not be seen or felt
• Detect cavities and signs of tooth decay
• Treat oral health problems early
• Show your child how to properly brush and floss their teeth, even during their orthodontic treatment

During an oral exam, your dentist will check the health of your child’s mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups also typically include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If your child has not been to the dentist in the past six months, it’s time for you to schedule an appointment!

If you don't have a general dentist in Springdale or nearby communities, please ask and we'll be happy to provide one!