What sets us apart: Ohlenforst Carney Orthodontics is one of the few female owned sole practitioner orthodontic offices in Dallas, TX. Dr. Carney is a residency-trained, Board Certified orthodontist and sees every patient and is at her office in North Dallas every day. Dr. Carney also has years of experience working with special needs patients. She worked at a pediatric dental office in Dallas during her college summers, has picked up a thing or two from her child psychologist sister, and is still gleaning as much orthodontic insight from orthodontist fathers 40+ years of experience. At Ohlenforst Carney Orthodontics in Dallas, we truly aim to treat our patients as we would treat our family members while also providing the specialized care youd expect from a residency-trained, board certified orthodontist. Dr. Carney also knows your time is valuable and does not like to run late.Dr. Carney is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, the Dallas County Dental Society, and Irving Dental Study Club.
Dr. Carney has also been nominated for several awards/listings including D Magazine Best orthodontists for 6 years running, DFW Child Mom-Approved Choice, Super Dentists, and had her award winning research published in the American Journal of Orthodontics.
Served areas
- Dallas, North Dallas, Plano, Addison, Highland Park, Preston Hollow, Texas
Business details
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Board-certified orthodontist providing expert personalized care
- Specializes in children, teens, adults, and special needs
- Female-owned sole practitioner office in North Dallas
- Full spectrum of braces, aligners, and retainers available
- Award-winning care recognized by D Magazine and Super Dentists
- Welcoming office designed for comfort and patient relaxation
Payment methods
- Cash, Checks, Debit cards, Credit cards
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Services
Our team is committed to guiding your childs dental and facial development through early orthodontic care. Evaluations at a young age help identify subtle issues that may impact long-term alignment. Using customized appliances and braces, we manage growth patterns, correct misalignments, and create adequate space for permanent teeth while minimizing the need for invasive procedures in the future. 
Teen orthodontic treatment, commonly referred to as Phase II, is ideally initiated between ages 11 and 15. By age 12, most permanent teeth are present, allowing us to identify misalignments or bite issues early. This period takes advantage of growth spurts, ensuring effective guidance of teeth and bite development while minimizing discomfort and treatment duration for adolescents. 
We offer adult orthodontic care that goes beyond straightening teeth. At our practice, patients can choose from multiple braces options, including metal, ceramic, and removable clear aligners. With specialized training in both airway and myofunctional orthodontics, Dr. Carney evaluates each case to enhance oral health, improve jaw alignment, and support long-term dental well-being.
People
Lauren Ohlenforst Carney D. D. S. M. S.
Dr. Lauren Carney is an American Board of Orthodontic certified orthodontist in North Dallas, TX. She has been practicing orthodontics in Dallas, TX since 2012. She was born and raised in Irving, Texas. From an early age, she loved spending time at the orthodontic office of her father (Dr. Pat Ohlenforst) and wanted to be an orthodontist herself! She attended Ursuline Academy of Dallas for high school where she also played Varsity Soccer. Dr. Carney learned a lot about perseverance and hard work from Ursuline soccer and also loved helping Ursuline win several of its now over 20 State Championships! Dr. Carney attended the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!) where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology. Then she moved back home to Dallas to attend Baylor College of Dentistry for dental school.
Patrick M. Ohlenforst D. D. S. M. S.
Dr. Ohlenforst has practiced in Irving since 1976. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry, where he was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. Dr. Ohlenforst received his Masters degree from and completed his residency in orthodontics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, the Dallas County Dental Society, Irving Dental Study Club, the Texas Association of Orthodontists and the Greater Dallas Association of Orthodontists.
He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, the Dallas County Dental Society, Irving Dental Study Club, the Texas Association of Orthodontists and the Greater Dallas Association of Orthodontists.
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Reviews (3)
Cristina Squiers
Feb 12, 2025
Alex Y.
May 14, 2024
Taylor Duvall
Apr 28, 2019
Dr Carney is an awesome orthodontist! The whole office is fantastic, so kind, helpful and they did a great job on my sons smile (braces). I loved them so much and didnt want to leave so I had them do a nightguard/retainer to keep my bottom teeth straight! Had to keep coming back. They are like family...