About North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics · Fort Worth
North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a Fort Worth, Texas dental practice specializing in whole-child pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. Founded in 2013 and led by owner Dr. Justin Warcup, the practice is known for its BRĒTH Method™ airway-focused approach that connects dental care to breathing, sleep, facial development, and overall child wellness. The team includes board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontists and serves families across three locations in Fort Worth and Dallas with routine checkups, orthodontics, laser lip/tongue-tie releases, and emergency dental care.
North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a privately owned, multi-location pediatric dental and orthodontic practice headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. It was founded in 2013 by Dr. Justin Warcup, a board-eligible pediatric dentist (DDS, The Ohio State University; two-year pediatric residency at SUNY Buffalo / Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo) who previously practiced in Arizona before settling in Texas with his wife and four children. The practice is known for its BRĒTH Method™, a holistic, airway-first system Dr. Warcup developed to identify and treat developing airway issues in children, combining orthodontic and myofunctional therapies to improve breathing, sleep quality, and cognitive development while lowering risks linked to sleep apnea, ADHD, anxiety, and obesity. The clinical team is led by Dr. Warcup alongside board-certified orthodontist Dr. Katie Freeman (DDS, Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry; orthodontic residency at the University of Florida, where she served as Chief Resident), pediatric dentist Dr. Raven Wilson (DDS, Meharry Medical College; pediatric residency at Howard University College of Dentistry), and general dentist Dr. Bart Paxton (BYU Exercise Science; Ohio State University College of Dentistry; former two-year missionary in Peru and fluent in Spanish). The clinical and administrative staff includes a COO (Stacie), Practice & Ortho Manager (Rosie), Executive Administrator (Savanah), Financial Administrator (Alexis), Insurance Coordinator (Juliette), registered dental hygienists, registered dental assistants, and patient coordinators. North Texas Smiles serves families at three locations: SmileTeam PD at 3550 Hulen St #110 in Fort Worth, Sycamore Smiles at 3050 Sycamore School Rd in Fort Worth, and Bishop Arts PD at 400 N Zang Blvd Suite 100 in Dallas. Services include preventive pediatric dentistry (cleanings, exams, sealants, silver diamine fluoride, fluoride treatments, space maintainers, wisdom-tooth monitoring), orthodontics for children and adolescents (clear aligners, braces, two-phase early interceptive treatment, palatal expansion, active retainers), laser lip- and tongue-tie releases, BRĒTH™ Dental Airway Therapy, sedation options including nitrous oxide, and same-day emergency dental care. The practice accepts Medicaid for kids and offers payment plans. It has earned DFW Child 'Mom Approved' recognition every year from 2015 through 2025 and carries a 4.9-star Google rating with 550+ reviews.
- In business
- Founded 2013 (approximately 12+ years)
- Owner
- Dr. Justin Warcup, DDS — owner and lead pediatric dentist
- Serves
- Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding North Texas communities, including the Hulen/southwest Fort Worth area, Sycamore School Rd area, and Bishop Arts / North Zang Blvd in Dallas, TX. Practice-branded locations: SmileTeam PD (Fort Worth), Sycamore Smiles (Fort Worth), and Bishop Arts PD (Dallas).
- Rating
- 4.9 stars on Google with 550+ reviews (one directory lists 623 Google reviews)
About North Texas Smiles
North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is a privately owned, multi-location dental practice headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Justin Warcup, the practice was built on a simple idea: make pediatric dentistry a positive experience that supports whole-child well-being, not just healthy teeth. The team combines advanced technology with a welcoming, child-friendly environment so kids feel safe, confident, and cared for from the moment they walk through the doors. The practice has earned DFW Child 'Mom Approved' recognition every year from 2015 through 2025 and maintains a 4.9-star rating with more than 550 Google reviews.
- Founded in 2013
- Owner: Dr. Justin Warcup, DDS
- Three Texas locations in Fort Worth and Dallas
- 4.9-star Google rating with 550+ reviews
- DFW Child Mom Approved 2015–2025
Locations & Contact
North Texas Smiles operates three branded offices across the DFW metroplex, with hours Monday through Thursday 7:15am–4:30pm and Friday 8:00am–12:00pm. The flagship SmileTeam PD office sits on Hulen Street in Fort Worth, Sycamore Smiles serves the southern Fort Worth / Sycamore School Road area, and Bishop Arts PD serves Dallas families in the Bishop Arts district. Same-day emergency pediatric dental care is available by phone.
- SmileTeam PD — 3550 Hulen St #110, Fort Worth, TX 76107 — (817) 732-9341
- Sycamore Smiles — 3050 Sycamore School Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76133 — (817) 523-6877
- Bishop Arts PD — 400 N Zang Blvd Suite 100, Dallas, TX 75208
- Hours: Mon–Thu 7:15am–4:30pm, Fri 8:00am–12:00pm
- Main phone: (817) 523-6877
Meet the Doctors
The clinical team is led by owner Dr. Justin Warcup, a pediatric dentist trained at The Ohio State University and SUNY Buffalo. The orthodontic side is led by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Katie Freeman, and pediatric care is further supported by Dr. Raven Wilson, who completed her pediatric dental residency at Howard University. General dentistry is provided by Dr. Bart Paxton, a fluent Spanish-speaker who served a two-year mission in Peru and brings a warm, family-focused chairside manner.
- Dr. Justin Warcup — Owner & Lead Pediatric Dentist; DDS Ohio State; pediatric residency SUNY Buffalo / Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo
- Dr. Katie Freeman — Board-Certified Orthodontist; DDS Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry; orthodontic residency University of Florida (Chief Resident)
- Dr. Raven Wilson — Pediatric Dentist; MS Mississippi College; DDS Meharry Medical College; pediatric residency Howard University College of Dentistry
- Dr. Bart Paxton — General Dentist; BS Brigham Young University; DDS Ohio State; practicing since 2011; fluent Spanish; Eagle Scout; two-year missionary in Peru
Office Team & Leadership
Behind the doctors is a full administrative and clinical support team that keeps the practice running smoothly. The team is led by COO Stacie, with Practice & Ortho Manager Rosie overseeing day-to-day operations across both the pediatric and orthodontic sides.
- Stacie — COO
- Rosie — Practice & Ortho Manager
- Savanah — Executive Administrator
- Alexis — Financial Administrator
- Juliette — Insurance Coordinator
- Registered Dental Hygienists: Lara, Bailey, Syd
- Registered Dental Assistants: Chanel, Yulisa, Erika, Krystal, Sarah, Erin
- Rebecca — Patient Coordinator
Services
North Texas Smiles is built to be a true 'one roof' home for kids' dental care. Routine preventive checkups are scheduled every six months per American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines, with more frequent visits for kids at higher cavity risk or showing early bite concerns. For anxious patients, those with special needs, or anyone needing extra support, the practice offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation and additional sedation options.
- Pediatric Dentistry — preventive, routine, and restorative care from infancy through adolescence
- Orthodontics — clear aligners, braces, two-phase early treatment
- Lip & Tongue Tie — precise laser-assisted release
- BRĒTH™ Dental Airway Therapy
- Emergency Care — same-day treatment for tooth pain and dental injuries
Pediatric Dentistry
The pediatric dentistry service line follows the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommendation of checkups every six months. The team emphasizes gentle, positive experiences so children actually look forward to visiting the dentist, and the practice is set up to comfortably treat children with special needs and dental anxiety. Specific offerings include sealants for cavity-prone back teeth, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to non-invasively arrest early decay, custom space maintainers to hold room for adult teeth after early tooth loss, and ongoing wisdom-tooth monitoring starting in the mid-teens.
- Six-month preventive checkups
- Protective dental sealants
- Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) applications
- Custom space maintainers
- Wisdom teeth monitoring and removal
- Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) sedation
Pediatric Orthodontics
Orthodontics at North Texas Smiles is designed around the child's stage of growth rather than just tooth position. At every visit, Dr. Warcup and team evaluate facial structure, teeth alignment, and bite to spot concerns early — when they can prevent speech challenges, support better chewing and digestion, and avoid more complex treatment later. A two-phase plan is common: Phase I (early interceptive treatment around ages 4–10) uses palatal expansion, active retainers, or partial braces to widen jaws, make room for permanent teeth, improve the upper-lower jaw relationship, and support healthy airway development; comprehensive Phase II treatment follows when appropriate.
- Two-phase early interceptive treatment (Phase I)
- Palatal expansion
- Active retainers
- Partial braces
- Comprehensive braces
- Clear aligners
- Orthodontic evaluations for growing children
Lip & Tongue Tie Release
Using precise laser-assisted releases, the practice restores natural movement for children with restrictive lip and tongue ties. Releasing these ties supports improved feeding in infants, clearer speech, and better oral function as children grow.
- Laser-assisted lip tie release
- Laser-assisted tongue tie release
- Support for feeding, speech, and oral function
BRĒTH™ Dental Airway Therapy
BRĒTH™ Dental Airway Therapy is a gentle, growth-focused therapy developed by Dr. Warcup that improves airway function to support better breathing, sleep, and development. As part of the broader BRĒTH Method™, it pairs with orthodontic and myofunctional therapies to address the developing airway in children, with the goal of reducing risks associated with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and obesity while improving sleep quality and facial development.
- Whole-child airway assessment
- Myofunctional therapy integration
- Early intervention for sleep-disordered breathing
- Connection to orthodontic treatment when indicated
Emergency Pediatric Dental Care
The practice provides fast, reassuring treatment for tooth pain, dental injuries, and other urgent pediatric dental issues, with same-day emergency care available by calling the office. Dr. Warcup describes his approach as that of a dad who knows how these moments feel — listening, acting fast, and partnering with parents to get the child smiling again.
- Same-day emergency appointments
- Treatment for toothaches and dental trauma
- Call (817) 732-9341 for urgent care
Financial Options
North Texas Smiles is committed to keeping pediatric dental care affordable and accessible. The practice accepts Medicaid for kids and offers payment plans to help families budget for treatment. A free orthodontic consultation is available by contacting the office directly.
- Medicaid accepted for kids
- Payment plans available
- Free orthodontic consultation (by contact)
- Insurance coordination handled in-house
Community Involvement & Outreach
The doctors and team are active in community service in and around Fort Worth. Dr. Warcup coaches youth sports, leads scouting groups, and serves in community leadership roles, while Dr. Raven Wilson has volunteered with Team Smile (Washington Commanders), Give Kids A Smile Day, the American Heart Walk, and other outreach programs. Dr. Paxton brings bilingual capability and a missionary background in Peru to broaden the practice's reach to Spanish-speaking families.
- Dr. Warcup — youth sports coach, scouting leader, community leadership
- Dr. Wilson — Team Smile (Washington Commanders), Give Kids A Smile Day, American Heart Walk
- Dr. Paxton — fluent Spanish; two-year missionary service in Peru
- DFW Child Mom Approved recognition 2015–2025