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South Salem Orthodontics, led by Dr.

About South Salem Orthodontics
Dr. Bart Carter's practice draws anxious patients, adults, and families with multiple kids in treatment, with a reputation for patience and honest recommendations.
South Salem Orthodontics has built a following among nervous or sensitive patients, adults, and families moving several children through treatment at once, with Dr. Bart Carter noted for explaining each step and being upfront about whether braces are even needed. Reviews mention special-needs and anxious teens being treated with particular patience, and several families with more than one child in braces have stayed with the practice across multiple kids. Treatment results, including noticeable improvement after roughly a year of braces, come up often, and the office itself is described as bright and recently remodeled.
Summary of 41 patient reviews, September 2013–August 2026, updated September 2026
South Salem Orthodontics, led by Dr.
Bart Carter, offers comprehensive orthodontic treatment including traditional braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and emergency care for children, teens, and adults. The practice is conveniently located in downtown Salem, Oregon, and emphasizes friendly, timely, and caring service.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
South Salem Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
South Salem Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
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Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Bart Carter, DMD, MS
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Dr. ROSS GEORGE KAPLAN --, BDS,MSD
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Insurance accepted
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Latest review 3 months ago
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| The orthodontist | 23 | 1 |
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Recent reviews from Google
The office is always clean and the staff are very nice and welcoming. Very easy to communicate with. Zero issues
Did such a great job with my daughter’s teeth she has a beautiful smile. It felt like a fast process thank you for taking care of her and giving her the smile she deserves!!! 10/10
I just now completed my orthodontic treatment and couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the entire experience was smooth and professional. The orthodontist took the time to explain each step of the process, which made me feel comfortable and confident in my treatment. The staff was always friendly, welcoming, and helpful with scheduling and any questions I had along the way. Appointments were efficient, and I never felt rushed or overlooked. I loved how the receptionist already knew my name the minute I’d walked in! Most importantly, I love my new smile—it turned out even better than I expected. I would highly recommend this office to anyone considering orthodontic treatment! “Oh yeah! Much better” my smile is!
Dr. Carter and his entire team are truly amazing. My special needs teenager is a very anxious patient and also has pica, and he’s had two phases of braces at South Salem Orthodontist. From the moment we walked in, everyone was so kind, patient, and understanding with him. The level of care and customer service we received was exceptional. I’m incredibly grateful to the whole team, and I wouldn’t hesitate to come back if my other teenager ever needs orthodontic care in the future.
My daughter had her braces removed today after 2yrs, I bit of time to say the least, when we saw her teeth today fornthe first time, a few minutes after her braces were removed, she almost cried and so did I, her teeth look absolutely amazing all due to south Salem orthodontics, Dr Carter and his team killed it, they obviously know what they are doing and it's like magic seriously, she is a beautiful girl already and now shes even more beautiful if that's possible. Anyway, like I said Dr Carter and his team have me at a loss for words despit all this, I couldn't say thank you enough before we left and damn near had tears in my eyes the whole time and I'm sure they noticed. I would recommend SOUTH SALEM ORTHODONTICS to anyone anytime, they were also very nice and positive at all times with my daughter and never once faultered from that, every technician that my daughter saw, she was always kind and courteous to my daughter and was fun with a sense of humor and made every visit like a tiny, calm, peaceful vacation. THANK YOU DR CARTER AND TO YOUR ENTIRE TEAM!
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