Orthodontist In Durham, NC

Looking For An Orthodontist? Meet The Board-Certified One.

Not everyone who straightens teeth is an orthodontist. And not every orthodontist is board-certified. Dr. Clay VanderWall is both. Your first visit at our Durham office is free. Digital X-rays included.

Book your free consultation

Free digital X-rays included. Or call (919) 403-0790

Durham office · 3518 Westgate Dr #405

Worth Knowing

What "Board-Certified Orthodontist" Actually Means

Any dentist can offer aligners after a weekend course. An orthodontist spends three more years learning to move teeth, full time. Board certification adds a tough exam on top, and most never take it. It is the difference between a hobby and a specialty.

Dr. Clay VanderWall, board-certified orthodontist

Military Precision, Family-Friendly Care

One Doctor Plans Every Case

Dr. VanderWall plans every case himself. He sees you at every visit, right here in Durham. Braces or clear aligners. Kids or adults. Simple or complex.

Board-certified orthodontist, the top credential in the field
Former U.S. Navy dentist who cared for a 600-member battalion
Every option: braces, LightForce, InBrace®, and five clear aligner brands including Invisalign®
iTero® digital scans — no goopy impressions
Same-day emergency care reserved daily

Getting Started Is Easy

Your Free First Visit, Step By Step

1 · Book a time

Use the form or call the Durham office. School-friendly times fill first.

2 · Meet Dr. VanderWall

Free digital X-rays and an iTero® scan. He looks at the teeth and hears your goals.

3 · Get your plan

The right treatment, the timeline, and the price, with low monthly payment options.

Common Questions

Orthodontist Questions, Straight Answers

Do I need a referral to see an orthodontist?

No. You can book with us directly. Many families come straight to us. We are glad to work with your dentist too.

Am I too old for treatment?

No. About 30% of our patients are adults. Clear aligners and hidden InBrace® braces make treatment easy to live with at any age.

When should my child first see an orthodontist?

The American Association of Orthodontists says kids should get a first check by age 7, while the jaw is still growing. Most kids that young just get watched for free until the timing is right.

How much does treatment cost?

It depends on your case. Any number quoted before an exam is a guess. Your free visit ends with a real price. We offer low monthly payments, no down payment on traditional braces, and family discounts. We accept most major insurance plans, including BCBS of NC, Cigna, Delta Dental, and United Healthcare.

Braces or clear aligners, which is better?

Neither wins every case. We carry both, plus hidden InBrace® braces, so the advice is about your teeth, never about the only product on the shelf.

Which office would I visit?

This page is for our Durham office at 3518 Westgate Dr #405. If Raleigh or Cary is easier for your family, we have offices there too. Same doctor, same care.