February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
THE CDC REPORTS that 1 in 5 children (between ages 5 and 11) in the US have untreated tooth decay. Not only should tooth decay be treated in regular dental appointments, it should be prevented! Tooth decay is 100 percent preventable with effective personal care and regular dental cleanings. In honor of Children’s Dental Health […]
June marks National Dairy Month!
In honor of June Dairy Month, our team would like to thank all of our hard working families in the Dairy Industry. You make us proud! In fact, dairy is important to your overall health! A 2008 study from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) found that regular consumption of dairy products, such as milk, […]
President’s Day Fun Facts!
Monday was Presidents’ Day, a day known for celebrating of both George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s combined Birthdays. Presidents’ Day was created in 1971, when President Richard Nixon combined the birthdays of two of our most well-known presidents into one single federal holiday. Presidents’ Day also marks a hard-earned day off from work and school […]
Happy New Year from Whitlock Orthodontics
The year is almost over, so we wanted to ask what was memorable about 2011 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2012? Do you have a new year’s resolution, or any exciting plans for the coming year? Have a safe and happy New Year, from Whitlock Orthodontics!
Get to know your BRACES
If you ever sustain damage to your braces and you need to call Whitlock Orthodontics, we can help you more effectively if you can tell us exactly which piece is in trouble! Here’s a handy diagram and corresponding list of all the parts that make up your braces: Elastic Tie: Tiny rubber band that fits […]
Straight Teeth and your Oral Hygiene
Some people wonder why Springdale orthodontist Dr. Boyd Whitlock and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly-aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth at Whitlock Orthodontics can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing […]
Celebrities get braces, too!
Did you know that back in 2002, Tom Cruise had braces? During this time, he was 40 years old and filmed Minority Report, Austin Powers in Goldmember and the Last Samurai. Check out his smile in Jerry Maguire, Rain Man or The Firm and compare to the post-braces Tom Cruise in Valkyrie or Tropic Thunder. […]
Carmel, Chocolate, and Candy Canes Oh My! Keep your BRACES Sparklin’ Clean this Holiday Season.
Whitlock Orthodontics knows how difficult it can be, especially this time of year, to keep your Braces clean. But do keep in mind that keeping your teeth clean is MORE important than ever when you have braces. Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth, so you must be diligent in […]
Share your experience at Whitlock Orthodontics with the world!
At Whitlock Orthodontics, our No. 1 goal is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a family-based, high-technology environment. Whether you have visited our convenient Springdale office for weeks, months or years, we’d love to hear your feedback about your experience at our office! With the Internet, it’s even easier to write your thoughts […]
Vote for Dr. Boyd Whitlock as the best Orthodontist in Northwest Arkansas!
Our staff at Whitlock Orthodontics would love for all of our patients and friends to vote for Dr. Boyd Whitlock as the best orthodontist in Northwest Arkansas. We are up against 15 other offices and would LOVE, LOVE your help! One vote per e-mail address, please. Ballots will be accepted through September 30th. The results […]
