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Carlson Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice offering braces, Invisalign, and SureSmile treatment for children, teens, and adults.

About Carlson Orthodontics
SureSmile technology said to shave months off treatment, plus locations in Duluth and Cloquet, make ongoing orthodontic care easier to fit into a busy family schedule.
Carlson Orthodontics treats a steady mix of young children, teens, and adults, with several reviews describing siblings moving through braces over multiple years at the practice. Reviewers point to SureSmile technology as speeding up treatment timelines and note that appointments are quick to schedule around school and work. Anxious or nervous patients and young kids are mentioned often, with notes about calming routines and rewards programs that ease first visits.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, October 2017–September 2026, updated September 2026
Carlson Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice offering braces, Invisalign, and SureSmile treatment for children, teens, and adults.
They specialize in same-day braces, phase 1 interceptive treatment, and provide flexible payment options through OrthoFi.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Carlson Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Carlson Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Carlson, DMD, MS
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Nathaniel Caple
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Insurance accepted
2 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 2 months ago
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Recent reviews from Google
The staff at Carlson always make my daughter and me feel welcome. They are very personable and treat us like individuals rather than just another patient. They always make sure we're comfortable and are happy to respond to questions or concerns. Thank you Carlson Orthodontics!!
Went in for a consult, staff was all pleasant from the moment we walked in the door to the moment we left. Very informative & answered all of our questions. Thank goodness my kiddo isn’t afraid to go back, he’s rather excited!
Had a great first ortho experience with Sam welcoming me with positivity, Ellen being so professional with the entire process, Brooke’s friendliness, and Dr. Schroeder’s expertise! Excited to continue the experience.
I am so pleased with Carlson Orthodontics! My 9-year old son had serious crowding and bite issues along with crippling dentist/orthodontist anxiety. Because of this, we were driving 2.5 hours to the Twin Cities to see a specialist in pediatric orthodontics who refused to treat him after 2 visits because he wasn't easy to treat. Carlson worked with my son to make him comfortable and adjusted his treatment plan to one he could handle. He's been doing great, and the visits have amounted to exposure therapy so that his dental anxiety is now almost cured. My daughter, who has none of my son's anxiety issues, is also doing well with Carlson.
They have been amazing, supportive and kind. My teeth look better then they ever have. At 43 I never thought I'd get braces but they have made it seamless!!
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