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North Texas Orthodontic Associates provides comprehensive orthodontic care including braces, Invisalign, and early treatment options for patients ages 6-96 across three locations in the Dallas area since 1979.
About North Texas Orthodontic Associates
A conservative, no-rush approach to starting treatment, paired with early and evening hours and a rewards program that keeps kids motivated.
At North Texas Orthodontic Associates, many families point to a conservative approach to starting treatment, avoiding unnecessary extractions and waiting until a child is developmentally ready rather than pushing early treatment. The office also builds in an orthobucks rewards system and a train-themed waiting area to keep younger patients engaged through their visits. Early morning and evening appointment slots, plus reminder texts, are noted as easing the effort of working orthodontic visits into school and work schedules. A few reviews mention trouble getting urgent same-day appointments and disruption when a longtime doctor relocated to a different office.
Summary of 165 patient reviews, March 2013–January 2026, updated September 2026
North Texas Orthodontic Associates provides comprehensive orthodontic care including braces, Invisalign, and early treatment options for patients ages 6-96 across three locations in the Dallas area since 1979.
The practice is led by board-certified orthodontists and recognized as Elite Preferred Invisalign Providers, offering advanced technology including iTero digital impressions and 3D imaging.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
North Texas Orthodontic Associates provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
North Texas Orthodontic Associates uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Donald Copenhaver, DDS, MSD
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Dr. Carlos Nurko, DDS, MS
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Insurance accepted
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| The orthodontist | 78 | 3 |
| Friendly staff | 71 | 6 |
| Great with kids | 44 | 0 |
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Recent reviews from Google
Tried reaching out for an emergency visit. Spoke to their chat agent and was provided with a different phone number than what is generally shown. Called 3x. The first time, it rang a few times and then disconnected. I thought the call failed, so I called again. Rang a few more times than the first time. This time, you can hear the person answer the phone and intentionally hit the button to disconnect the call. The third time I called, they answered and muted themselves. I let them know I just needed an emergency visit. Still mute. Unprofessional and at that point, wouldn't want to be seen by someone who handles potential patients like that.
Dr. William Walstadt and his team are truly exceptional! From the moment you walk in, the staff is courteous, prompt, and accommodating. The office itself is warm and inviting, always smells fresh, and the music playlist? Spot on! The surgery room is immaculately clean, well-organized, and staffed with highly skilled dental assistants who move in perfect sync with Dr. Walstadt — it’s like watching a well-choreographed routine. The entire team is incredibly impressive! Dr. Walstadt has outstanding chairside manner. He’s confident, intelligent, and clearly knows his craft. He enters the room with great energy, ready to get to work — and then, thanks to IV sedation (which includes hydration, by the way), the next thing you know, you’re being gently walked out the door. I genuinely believe the IV hydration is a game-changer for post-surgery recovery. I will never go anywhere else for oral surgery or implants. He’s simply the best — and I trust him so much, he’ll soon be seeing my 12-year-old granddaughter for her impacted laterals!
Has been a great experience and journey with my daughter’s braces. Both of my daughters went to Sr Cophenhaver and both are now braces free! Beautiful smiles!
North Texas Orthodontics Associates is fantastic! The staff is friendly, the office is welcoming, and the Doctors are great at explaining everything in a way that’s easy to understand. My appointments are always on time, and they’re very flexible with scheduling. Best of all, my smile looks amazing! Highly recommend if you want top-notch orthodontic care with a personal touch!
My daughter finished her orthodontist treatment with Dr. Copenhaver and we are very pleased with the results. She had some discomfort wearing her retainer but everything was taken care smoothly and handled in a very professional way. My son is also a patient of Dr. Copenhaver with a more complicated treatment and so far, we are also very happy with his treatment. I highly recommend NTOA!
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