Nelson Orthodontics

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Nelson Orthodontics Raleigh 919-845-2900
Fayetteville 910-860-1991
Raeford 910-878-5796

Raleigh Location:
10940 Raven Ridge Rd Suite 204
Raleigh NC 27614

Fayetteville Location:
2135 Valleygate Drive suite 201
Fayetteville, NC 28304

This week the offices had the opportunity to pamper Dr. Nelson! Happy National Bosses day! We hope you realize how aweso...
10/15/2026

This week the offices had the opportunity to pamper Dr. Nelson! Happy National Bosses day! We hope you realize how awesome you are to work for! 🎉

You can ghost your group chat. You can ghost your plans. But please don’t ghost your retainer. 👻 Consistent retainer wea...
10/14/2026

You can ghost your group chat. You can ghost your plans. But please don’t ghost your retainer. 👻 Consistent retainer wear helps protect the smile you worked so hard for.

Raleigh Community Event Highlight🎡 Raleigh is gearing up for North Carolina's biggest annual event as the N.C. State Fai...
10/12/2026

Raleigh Community Event Highlight
🎡 Raleigh is gearing up for North Carolina's biggest annual event as the N.C. State Fair returns October 15–25, 2026! 🍿✨

Visitors can head over to the N.C. State Fairgrounds for eleven days packed with high-flying rides, famous deep-fried treats, live music, and nightly fireworks! 🎆🎶

It’s an unbelievable autumn tradition that brings generations of families and friends together for unforgettable fall memories! 🍂

https://www.visitraleigh.com/event/2026-n-c-state-fair/102180/

Why did your friend finish treatment faster than you? Because no two smiles are the same. Treatment length depends on yo...
10/09/2026

Why did your friend finish treatment faster than you? Because no two smiles are the same. Treatment length depends on your bite, tooth movement, growth, treatment goals, and—yes—how well you follow your orthodontist’s instructions.

Fall foods your braces can get behind: mashed potatoes, soft pasta, soup, baked apples, soft pumpkin bread…🍂 Who said br...
10/07/2026

Fall foods your braces can get behind: mashed potatoes, soft pasta, soup, baked apples, soft pumpkin bread…🍂 Who said braces-friendly food had to be boring?

Screaming Happy 🥳 Birthday to Bethany from the Fayetteville location! We hope you have a wonderful day! 🎈
10/06/2026

Screaming Happy 🥳 Birthday to Bethany from the Fayetteville location! We hope you have a wonderful day! 🎈

Loose wire or band? Don’t panic—this happens from time to time! 🚨✨If a wire is poking your cheek or causing irritation, ...
10/05/2026

Loose wire or band? Don’t panic—this happens from time to time! 🚨✨

If a wire is poking your cheek or causing irritation, here are a few easy quick-fixes you can try right at home:

✏️ Gently push it back: Use the clean eraser end of a pencil to carefully bend the wire flat against your tooth and out of the way.
⚪ Apply orthodontic wax: Place a small dot of wax (or wet cotton!) over the wire to create a comfortable barrier for your cheeks and lips.
📞 Give us a call: Contact our office so we can get you scheduled to check and fix it!

Remember: temporary discomfort is easy to fix, and we're always here to help keep your treatment on track! 💙

Experiencing a poking wire right now? Save this post for later, or drop a 💬 below if you have any questions! 📲👇

October is National Orthodontic Health Month! 🦷✨ Whether you’re currently in treatment, considering braces or aligners, ...
10/01/2026

October is National Orthodontic Health Month! 🦷✨ Whether you’re currently in treatment, considering braces or aligners, or helping your child navigate their smile journey, this month is a great reminder that orthodontics is about both healthy function and confident smiles.

Why waiting until all permanent teeth are in could mean missing the window for jaw guidance. 🛑It is a common myth to wai...
09/28/2026

Why waiting until all permanent teeth are in could mean missing the window for jaw guidance. 🛑

It is a common myth to wait until high school for orthodontics. However, modifying severe underbites, overbites, or narrow jaws requires utilizing your child’s active growth spurts. Once growth plates fuse, fixing structural skeletal issues becomes much more invasive.

Don't miss the window. Drop a comment or send a DM to book a quick growth check for your child!

The permanent white scars you don't want to see when your braces come off. 🦷White spots around where your brackets used ...
09/25/2026

The permanent white scars you don't want to see when your braces come off. 🦷

White spots around where your brackets used to be aren't stains—they are decalcification scars. When plaque sits around brackets for too long, acids eat away at the essential minerals of your enamel. Good news: this is 100% preventable with the right brushing technique!

Share this with a friend or family member currently rocking braces to keep their teeth healthy!

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10940 Raven Ridge Road
Raleigh, NC
27614

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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