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Request An Orthodontic Appointment

Taking the first step toward a beautiful, healthy smile is easy—simply schedule an appointment with us. To get started, please complete and submit the appointment request form below.

We strive to make the scheduling process as seamless as possible. Once we receive your request, our team will reach out to confirm your appointment and provide further instructions.

Important: This form is for new appointment requests only. If you need to cancel or reschedule an existing appointment, or if you require immediate assistance, please contact our office directly. We’re here to help and ensure your orthodontic care is timely and convenient.

Wondrous Facts

Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, was the world’s oldest dog at 29.5 years old.

Animals can be allergic to human dander, aka our dead skin cells.

It is impossible for most people to lick their own elbow. (Try it!)

Like fingerprints, everyone’s tongue print is different.

Tigers have striped skin, not just striped fur.

“Stewardesses” is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand.

Snails have more teeth than humans, with over 25,000 tiny teeth.

Giraffes only have bottom teeth, which they use to comb leaves off branches.

Ancient Egyptians used a mixture of ground charcoal, salt, and pepper as toothpaste.

The first toothbrush was invented in China in the 15th century and was made from bamboo twigs.

In 1994, a West Virginia prison inmate braided dental floss into a rope, scaled the wall, and escaped!

In the 1800s, blacksmiths and barbers also served as dentists.

Sports-related injuries account for approximately 5 million missing teeth per year.

The most valuable tooth belonged to Sir Isaac Newton. In 1816, one of his teeth was sold in London for $3,633.00, or in today’s terms, $35,700.00. The tooth was set in a ring.

Dolphins use their teeth to grab only, not to chew, as dolphins’ jaws have no muscles.

In 200 A.D., the Romans used a mixture of bones, eggshells, oyster shells, and honey to clean their teeth.

Orthodontists are dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists: only about 5% of dentists become orthodontists. This specialization requires additional training after dental school.

There are about 1.8 million heads of cattle in North Dakota, more than twice the number of people.

The famous breakfast staple cream of wheat was first made in Grand Norks, North Dakota, by Wheat Millers in 1893.

North Dakota is the no. 1 producer of honey in the nation. Check out the North Dakota bee map.

The world’s largest hamburger was eaten in Rutland, North Dakota. It weighed 3,591 pounds and more than 8,000 people were invited to the meal.

The eastern portion of North Dakota is a flat valley. With its mineral-rich soil, it is among the world’s most fertile areas.  That’s why it is filled with productive farms that feed the U.S.  It is interesting to note that the valley was once the floor of an ancient lake. 

North Dakota is home to more wildlife refuges (63) than any other state. Wildlife viewing and birding opportunities are abundant.