Fort Smith, Van Buren Orthodontist, Dr. Jonathan Rakstang takes pride in creating beautiful, healthy smiles. He provides braces and Invisalign for children and adults in Fort Smith, Arkansas and Van B… Read more ›
Always professional. I would recommend Dr. Rakstang for and orthodontic needs.…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Aurora | Other Certification | Certificate in Orthodontics | Not Specified |
| University of Colorado School of Dentistry, Denver | Doctorate | Doctor of Dental Surgery | Not Specified |
| Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Denver | Doctorate | General Practice Residency | Not Specified |
| University of Colorado, Boulder | Bachelors Degree | BA in Biochemistry | Not Specified |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Denver CO | General Practice | 2005 |
| Residency - University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Aurora, CO | Certificate in Orthodontics | 2009 |
| Continuing Medical Education (CME) - University of Colorado School of Dentistry, Denver CO | Doctor of Dental Surgery | 2004 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Association of Orthodontists | Present |
| Professional Member | Fort Smith Dental Association | Present |
| Distinction | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society Membership | Omicron Kappa Upsilon | 2004 |
| Colorado Prosthodontists Award | Colorado | 2004 |
| American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Award | America | 2004 |
| American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Award | America | 2004 |
| American Academy of Dental Practice Administration Award | America | 2004 |
| ADA Endowment and Assistance Fund, Inc. Scholarship | ADA | 2001 |
| Phi Beta Kappa Membership | Phi Beta Kappa | 1997 |
Jonathan Rakstang, DDS has not yet indicated the hospitals that he is affiliated with.
Years In Practice: 16 (started in 2009)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Rakstang specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
All Insurances accepted including MCNA and Delta Dental Smiles.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
“Recommended!!”
Always professional. I would recommend Dr. Rakstang for and orthodontic needs.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We are very pleased with our experience here. my daughters teeth look amazing!
“its been a wonderful experience”
We are very pleased with our experience here. my daughters teeth look amazing!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My son has had his braces here and the staff, as well as Dr. Rakstang, are incredible folks. We cannot be more grateful for the treatment given here.
“HUGE thanks due!”
My son has had his braces here and the staff, as well as Dr. Rakstang, are incredible folks. We cannot be more grateful for the treatment given here.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
they tell you what they are going to do
“they are nice and kind”
they tell you what they are going to do
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
awesome
“great experience”
awesome
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
very happy with our treatment and final results will happily tell others about Arkansas Braces
“Very pleasant experience”
very happy with our treatment and final results will happily tell others about Arkansas Braces
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
The staff is very friendly and professional. There are short waiting times and they get things done in a timely manner.
“We love coming here.”
The staff is very friendly and professional. There are short waiting times and they get things done in a timely manner.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
very helpful and great with communicating on what you need done and will help in anyway possible.
“excellent”
very helpful and great with communicating on what you need done and will help in anyway possible.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My experience has always been great. I've always had all of my questions answered.
“Great”
My experience has always been great. I've always had all of my questions answered.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I am almost 7 weeks into my Braces Journey at the age of 36, and I am here to tell you that it Amazes me on how much my teeth have moved so far!! Everyone here is Outstanding and go above and beyond to give Fantastic Service, every time! I wish i would have done this years ago!!!! BETTER LATE THEN NEVER! I love this Journey and so Excited for my Results!! I work in the Beauty Industry and I am thrilled to show off this Beautiful Perfect Smile!! I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Rakstang!!!
“Do this for YOURSELF!!”
I am almost 7 weeks into my Braces Journey at the age of 36, and I am here to tell you that it Amazes me on how much my teeth have moved so far!! Everyone here is Outstanding and go above and beyond to give Fantastic Service, every time! I wish i would have done this years ago!!!! BETTER LATE THEN NEVER! I love this Journey and so Excited for my Results!! I work in the Beauty Industry and I am thrilled to show off this Beautiful Perfect Smile!! I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Rakstang!!!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Dr. Rakstang and his staff are the best! They are so friendly and accommodating. I'm so glad we chose Arkansas Dentistry and braces!
“We love it here!!!”
Dr. Rakstang and his staff are the best! They are so friendly and accommodating. I'm so glad we chose Arkansas Dentistry and braces!
Westrock Orthodontics - 2411 Fayetteville Rd., Ste D
We have had a great experience with this orthodontist.
“great experience”
We have had a great experience with this orthodontist.
Westrock Orthodontics - 2411 Fayetteville Rd., Ste D
great
“great”
great
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Always a great experience at Arkansas braces, the staff is friendly and awesome, i would highly recommended them to all my friends
“Jones review”
Always a great experience at Arkansas braces, the staff is friendly and awesome, i would highly recommended them to all my friends
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
very nice folks always helpful
“it has been neat very nice folks”
very nice folks always helpful
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I was never proud of my smile and now I have one that I will love
“very excellent and super happy”
I was never proud of my smile and now I have one that I will love
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My experience was GREAT!!!! I feel more confident in my smile and my looks. Everyone is nice and makes me feel comfortable.
“My experience was GREAT!!”
My experience was GREAT!!!! I feel more confident in my smile and my looks. Everyone is nice and makes me feel comfortable.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
everything was awesome. I love the staff.
“I freaking love Dr. Rakstang”
everything was awesome. I love the staff.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
everyone is very kind and helpful. Doing a great job.
“great”
everyone is very kind and helpful. Doing a great job.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
i always enjoyed coming in for appointments because of the friendly staff and the good service. made me feel like they really wanted to help me fix my teeth
“very nice staff and very good service”
i always enjoyed coming in for appointments because of the friendly staff and the good service. made me feel like they really wanted to help me fix my teeth
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
staff has always been very friendly and everyone explains every step in a way that easy to understand.
“great staff”
staff has always been very friendly and everyone explains every step in a way that easy to understand.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
The people here are very nice and helpful!
“Awesome!”
The people here are very nice and helpful!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
everyone is so welcoming its good to see familiar faces every visit
“Amazing team”
everyone is so welcoming its good to see familiar faces every visit
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Great
“Good service”
Great
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
All the staff is very caring and patient. I would recommend Dr. Rakstang to anyone needing an orthodontist.
“wonderful!”
All the staff is very caring and patient. I would recommend Dr. Rakstang to anyone needing an orthodontist.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
pleased with staff, very sweet.
“pleased with experience”
pleased with staff, very sweet.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
always very great service and very nice staff always feel comfortable coming her or speaking to the staff
“great experience”
always very great service and very nice staff always feel comfortable coming her or speaking to the staff
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
He's a great dentist & very generous.
“Always treated good.”
He's a great dentist & very generous.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
i love the fact how i am always welcome with a great smile and people are always so friendly
“great experience, great treatment”
i love the fact how i am always welcome with a great smile and people are always so friendly
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
everyone is nice
“a pleasant place to come to”
everyone is nice
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
always have a great experience staff is very nice and professional
“very good experience”
always have a great experience staff is very nice and professional
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Fun
“Good”
Fun
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
have never had a issue, always very nice and friendly
“fast and freindly”
have never had a issue, always very nice and friendly
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Great and fast!
“amazing and friendly as always!!!!!”
Great and fast!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Always a plesure when i come in
“very good swervice”
Always a plesure when i come in
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Dr rakstang is the best
“great job”
Dr rakstang is the best
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Dr. Rakstang is friendly and professional and explains clearly what treatment needs to be done.
“We've always been satisfied with Dr. Rakstang and his practice.”
Dr. Rakstang is friendly and professional and explains clearly what treatment needs to be done.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
very plasent
“was exelent”
very plasent
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
very good
“gr8”
very good
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Since I started coming here they have been nothing but like family to me. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else.
“Great!!”
Since I started coming here they have been nothing but like family to me. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
They were very helpful and clear about what needs to be done and what was to be expected.
“Awesome”
They were very helpful and clear about what needs to be done and what was to be expected.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
They always take great care of you!!!
“Great”
They always take great care of you!!!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
The whole team really cares about your questions and opinions during your time with braces and will do what they can to meet your time constraints and expectations! Will forever recommend them to anyone who needs braces.
“So amazing!”
The whole team really cares about your questions and opinions during your time with braces and will do what they can to meet your time constraints and expectations! Will forever recommend them to anyone who needs braces.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Smooth experience. No problems. Very professional.
“Great!”
Smooth experience. No problems. Very professional.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Very great experience, i'v never had any troubles or complications.
“They are very kind, and they are making my dream of a perfect smile a reality.”
Very great experience, i'v never had any troubles or complications.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
excellent
“great”
excellent
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
the ladies and doc always seem to explain everything very well. my daughter has been in treatment with them for almost 2 years and we are always treated very well at the appointments. i will def bring my other children to the office in the future.
“awesome experience”
the ladies and doc always seem to explain everything very well. my daughter has been in treatment with them for almost 2 years and we are always treated very well at the appointments. i will def bring my other children to the office in the future.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I was very happy to finally get my braces on. They did a very great job.
“I was very happy and excited.”
I was very happy to finally get my braces on. They did a very great job.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
new brace consult, they were really nice.
“friendly and nice.”
new brace consult, they were really nice.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Never a bad experience. Wonderful staff.
“Great staff”
Never a bad experience. Wonderful staff.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We recently moved here from another state and are a transfer patient. I wish that we could have started my daughter's treatment here to begin with. The staff is 200% more professional than the previous office. They are also more knowledgeable, caring and friendly. My daughter has only been seen here three times and the improvement has been amazing compared to the year and a half treatment we received at the previous orthodontist. I would highly recommend this office to anyone looking!
“Transfer Patient completely amazed with office”
We recently moved here from another state and are a transfer patient. I wish that we could have started my daughter's treatment here to begin with. The staff is 200% more professional than the previous office. They are also more knowledgeable, caring and friendly. My daughter has only been seen here three times and the improvement has been amazing compared to the year and a half treatment we received at the previous orthodontist. I would highly recommend this office to anyone looking!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
dr rakstang is awesome love coming to see him
“dr rakstang”
dr rakstang is awesome love coming to see him
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Good
“It's was great.”
Good
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
He was always very explanatory, understanding, and always got everything done quick and easy. I love how when I got here early, I always got in early!
“Always quick and easy”
He was always very explanatory, understanding, and always got everything done quick and easy. I love how when I got here early, I always got in early!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
they are always prompt, never a waiting time and always friendly.
“ortho”
they are always prompt, never a waiting time and always friendly.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I've had my braces for 3 years and its been great.
“Great”
I've had my braces for 3 years and its been great.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
i like my smile :)
“i like my smile”
i like my smile :)
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
It was really good and every time I came they were really nice
“Great”
It was really good and every time I came they were really nice
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
it was good.
“the docter visit”
it was good.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Very friendly.
“Awesome!”
Very friendly.
Westrock Orthodontics - 2411 Fayetteville Rd., Ste D
Always quick and very nice
“very patient and fast”
Always quick and very nice
Westrock Orthodontics - 2411 Fayetteville Rd., Ste D
friendly staff
“very good experience”
friendly staff
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
No matter the question I asked, you all gave me a response that I understood, and were very helpful and attentive.
“Very helpful.”
No matter the question I asked, you all gave me a response that I understood, and were very helpful and attentive.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
They are always so nice and informative!
“Great”
They are always so nice and informative!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
this place is wonderful never seen a group so loving and caring. they help each other in to know you get good work done own your teeth. they have save my child teeth and even help him with hes speech. keep up the good work and god bless you all.
“there amazing...”
this place is wonderful never seen a group so loving and caring. they help each other in to know you get good work done own your teeth. they have save my child teeth and even help him with hes speech. keep up the good work and god bless you all.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My experience was great. I never had any problems with my braces. I never left this place with a wire poking me or anything out of place. The staff is very nice and considerate.
“He was always truthful with me and stayed on me about my rubberbands.”
My experience was great. I never had any problems with my braces. I never left this place with a wire poking me or anything out of place. The staff is very nice and considerate.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
great technicians, only complaint would be the guy who explained pricing with me was not aware of promotion so sent me home and i had to come back and show what is advertised online other than that it has been good.
“okay”
great technicians, only complaint would be the guy who explained pricing with me was not aware of promotion so sent me home and i had to come back and show what is advertised online other than that it has been good.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
always have a great experience here. very fast to get in and out always friendly people.
“never had a bad time here”
always have a great experience here. very fast to get in and out always friendly people.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Everything went well as far as the scheduled appointment. Fast service, great workers.
“Great”
Everything went well as far as the scheduled appointment. Fast service, great workers.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Been here for 4 years and every time I go here, they get the job done and quickly. Nice and comfortable place here.
“gets the job done right and quickly”
Been here for 4 years and every time I go here, they get the job done and quickly. Nice and comfortable place here.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Dr. Rakstang has done an excellent job with my orthodontics treatment. He has given me clear explanations and expectations throughout the entire process so far. His staff is friendly, connected, and remembers my name each time I come in.
“Great Dr”
Dr. Rakstang has done an excellent job with my orthodontics treatment. He has given me clear explanations and expectations throughout the entire process so far. His staff is friendly, connected, and remembers my name each time I come in.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I've had some people work with me and be rude, but my most recent visits have all been a pleasure. Maria is so kind.
“The girl (I think Maria is her name) has always been so sweet to me every time she works on me.”
I've had some people work with me and be rude, but my most recent visits have all been a pleasure. Maria is so kind.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Friendly staff! Fast service!
“Awesome service!”
Friendly staff! Fast service!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
They are awesome people to work with. Really friendly and pleasant. I definintly recommend them to anyone and everyone that asks.
“Love the place”
They are awesome people to work with.
Really friendly and pleasant.
I definintly recommend them to anyone and everyone that asks.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We always receive the best service from Kerri Fitzgerald and Dr Rakstang. Everyone is always welcoming and professional.
“GREAT OFFICE STAFF”
We always receive the best service from Kerri Fitzgerald and Dr Rakstang. Everyone is always welcoming and professional.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My people always take such good care of me and my family.
“Fort Smith Arkansas Braces is the best.”
My people always take such good care of me and my family.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
nice friendly staff but doesnt answer or return phone calls
“good”
nice friendly staff but doesnt answer or return phone calls
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
My experience with this is going great. I'm happy to go through this even tho it's a little painful but it worth it. just to have a great smile.
“Good”
My experience with this is going great. I'm happy to go through this even tho it's a little painful but it worth it. just to have a great smile.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
super nice staff and really helpful
“such a great place”
super nice staff and really helpful
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Very quick and friendly
“We are very satisfied with the quality of service we receive.”
Very quick and friendly
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Love the entire staff. Everyone has been amazing .
“Best experience you could ask for.”
Love the entire staff. Everyone has been amazing .
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
It was an amazing experience.
“One of the best braces places I have been to.”
It was an amazing experience.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Wonderful experience. Would recommend to others.
“Great experience.”
Wonderful experience. Would recommend to others.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We have never had a problem. The staff is amazing!
“I love coming here”
We have never had a problem. The staff is amazing!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
awesome,love all the people here,thay treat us well
“awesome experance”
awesome,love all the people here,thay treat us well
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Overall wonderful experience with all staff. Everyone is very pleasant, friendly, and very patient. I would highly recommend them to anyone!
“Excellent Staff”
Overall wonderful experience with all staff. Everyone is very pleasant, friendly, and very patient. I would highly recommend them to anyone!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
girls are always friendly and ask how im doing and been doing. Dr is awesome
“i love the staff and dr”
girls are always friendly and ask how im doing and been doing. Dr is awesome
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
They get things done and make your visit a good one without disappointing.
“Great experience”
They get things done and make your visit a good one without disappointing.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
great
“great serive”
great
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Great people, helpful, understanding! I would recommend to anyone.
“Appreciation!”
Great people, helpful, understanding! I would recommend to anyone.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We have had a great experience. Friendly staff, reasonable prices, great appointment times, fast response when something breaks.
“Braces”
We have had a great experience. Friendly staff, reasonable prices, great appointment times, fast response when something breaks.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
The staff is always very friendly.
“Great friendly staff.”
The staff is always very friendly.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
I started and finished my treatment with Invisalign in 14 months. I am extremely satisfied with how the processed moved along and how I was treated by all of the staff.
“Great experience!”
I started and finished my treatment with Invisalign in 14 months. I am extremely satisfied with how the processed moved along and how I was treated by all of the staff.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
when i bring my son here every time the staff always has a smile on their face and asking how our day is. if there is a problem like my son not brushing his teeth the doctor will talk to him and have him come back in a few weeks to get the treatment done. we are happy with this office.
“the office staff is great.”
when i bring my son here every time the staff always has a smile on their face and asking how our day is. if there is a problem like my son not brushing his teeth the doctor will talk to him and have him come back in a few weeks to get the treatment done. we are happy with this office.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
We love Arkansas Braces! We always get excellent care from top notch employees!
“Always top notch care”
We love Arkansas Braces! We always get excellent care from top notch employees!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
It is nice i am being well taken care of and i fell it has been an amazing time having my braces.
“It has been excellent”
It is nice i am being well taken care of and i fell it has been an amazing time having my braces.
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
The staff have been more than exceptional with their service. They all have treated us very well along with the receptionists. Deciding on braces is a very stressful situation but everyone has put us at ease and it was easier than we had thought it would be. Thank you for everything!
“Great experience with a stressful situation:)”
The staff have been more than exceptional with their service. They all have treated us very well along with the receptionists. Deciding on braces is a very stressful situation but everyone has put us at ease and it was easier than we had thought it would be. Thank you for everything!
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
would recommend
“friendly staff”
would recommend
Westrock Orthodontics - 4605 Phoenix Ave
Doctor and staff have been very thorough with my child's treatment. they are always friendly and knowledgeable. they are welcoming from the front desk to the back staff.
“fabulous doctor and staff- very friendly and welcoming”
Doctor and staff have been very thorough with my child's treatment. they are always friendly and knowledgeable. they are welcoming from the front desk to the back staff.
Comment - “ Recommended!! ”
Always professional. I would recommend Dr. Rakstang for and orthodontic needs.