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Whether you’re starting your orthodontic journey or have been on the path for a while, it is entirely normal to have questions. At Vinson Orthodontics, we’re on a mission to help people revitalize their smiles. Check out our blog for information about orthodontic treatment and learn why so many people improve their smiles with Vinson Orthodontics. 

ALINA IS OUR 2021 SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

We are excited to announce that Alina, a patient of ours, is the winner of the 2021 Vinson Orthodontics Scholarship! Alina will be attending North Carolina State University this fall! Go Pack! Alina graduated from Wake STEM Early College High School earlier this year. During her four years, she part of the Raleigh Digital Connectors & Ambassadors, was President of the Volunteer Club, and involved in the National Honors Society as well as the Science Olympiad. Additionally, Alina worked as a personal assistant in an Anesthesia Internship over the course of two years. Alina has received many outstanding awards, including the STEM Innovation Award, several awards for exceptional work ethic, and the Merit Leadership Award. Alina, we are so proud of all that you have accomplished! We look forward to hearing what you do next and wish you the best of luck at NC State!

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Donating $2000 to UNC Lineberger Cancer Center

We are excited to announce that we have donated $2000 to the Dr. Minhthu Nguyen Fund for Patient and Family Support at the UNC Lineberger Cancer Center in Loving Memory of Dr. Minhthu Nguyen of Gentle Family Dentistry. Each year, during the month of October, we sell our limited edition Vinson Orthodontics Breast Cancer Awareness “Braced for a Cure” T Shirts. 100% of the proceeds are donated to the cause. This donation was made possible from the t shirt sales, donations, matching gifts from patients, family, and from Dr. Vinson and Vinson Orthodontics. Many thanks to everyone who made this possible!

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Congratulations to Gracie, Our 2020 Scholarship Winner!

Congratulations to Gracie, Our 2020 Scholarship Winner! We are pleased to announce that our patient, Gracie, is the winner of the 2020 Vinson Orthodontics Scholarship! Gracie will be attending UNC Chapel Hill this fall! Go Heels! Gracie graduated from Clayton High School earlier this year. During her attendance at Clayton High School, she participated in a variety of activities: Captain of the Varsity Soccer Team, Student Body Treasurer, Junior Class Treasurer, Editor of the school yearbook, a member of Health Occupations Students of America, National Honors Society, and was Junior Marshall. When not participating in extracurricular activities at school, Gracie was the Team Captain of her NRFA Club Soccer Team, was involved in WHY Mentoring with Cooper Elementary, and spent 7 years volunteering at Horne Memorial United Methodist Church (conventions, mission trips, blood drives, and more). She received awards for Outstanding Achievement in both Honors Anatomy and Physiology. And, still made time for babysitting! Gracie, we could not be more proud of all that you have accomplished! We look forward to hearing what you do next and wish you the best of luck at UNC Chapel Hill!    

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Introducing Kamryn, the 2019 Vinson Scholarship Winner!

Kamryn is our 2019 Vinson Orthodontics Scholarship Winner! We would like to congratulate Kamryn for earning entry into UNC Chapel Hill along with a $500 scholarship from Vinson Orthodontics! Kamryn has received many awards and honors including: National Honors Society Outstanding Achievement Award, ACSI Outstanding Achievement in Academics, Leadership, and Christian Service, and Homecoming Court and Citizenship Awards at her local school. Kamryn is also involved in NC Youth and Government, a Small Group Leader, FCA, Biology Club, Culture Club, Chemistry Club, Community Service, theater, and dance! We are so impressed with this young lady and so pleased to award her with this well-deserved scholarship!!

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Vinson Orthodontics is Raising Hope for Hope Reins of Raleigh!

For the Month of November and December, Vinson Orthodontics ran an awareness campaign for our friends, at Hope Reins of Raleigh. Our awesome patients donated a total of 8,000 points &  Vinson Orthodontics matched $4000!  Because of your generous support, this additional funding sponsored a Kairos Kid! To find out more about this wonderful organization, what they do and other ways to help – please visit this link: https://hopereins.org/kairos/  Congratulations to McKenzie! She won a $50 Amazon gift card raffle for donating her bracket club points to Hope Reins. Thanks, Mckenzie you helped make a difference! Click the image below to view the full fundraiser flier.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser October 2018

We are so excited to announce that we are donating $2600 to our local non-profit 1 of US.org in loving memory of Dr. Minhthu Nguyen! During the month of October, we sold our limited edition breast cancer t-shirts with 100% of the proceeds going to 1 of US.org. This generous donation was made possible by donations of points by our patients, purchasing t-shirts and a matching gift from Dr. Vinson! The winner of our $50 lottery for our points donations to 1 of Us.org is Cameron!! The winner of our pink trash can is Kim B! Congratulations and many thanks!!! Click the image below to view our Facebook video announcing the winners![clear]

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Contest Winners for July & August 2018

We are thrilled to announce that our patient Emily C. won the $100 cash prize for our Copper Penny Guessing Contest for the months of July & August!!  Enjoy spending your $$$$ !! Our parent car wash raffle winner is Kathy H!!  Congratulations ladies!!!

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Vinson Orthodontics 2018 Scholarship Winner

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2018 VINSON ORTHODONTICS $500 SCHOLARSHIP WINNER: KATIE ARTETA! The winner of the 2018 Vinson Orthodontics Scholarship has been chosen. We would like to congratulate Katie Arteta, a 2018 graduate of Heritage High School, for earning this $500 scholarship. Katie has always been an active contributing member of her school and her local community, excelling in Math, Theatre, and sports. Read some of her winning essay below. “True Friendship is Unconditional” by Katie Arteta “Throughout my life and especially now, my mother has always been the one person that I can turn to and look up to for anything. When I am experiencing any type of situation, my mom always seems to have a phrase or a piece of wisdom to share that has significant meaning or reference to what is going on in that particular moment of my life. However, there is one specific and important piece of advice that has always struck a chord with me and will continue to come in handy, as I grow in life and relationships. It will be one to share when I have a family or children of my own. “True friendship is unconditional.”” The Vinson Orthodontics Scholarship is an annual,

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2018 Pet Photo Contest Winner

We are so excited to congratulate our Pet Photo Contest Winner: Anthony and his dog Duke!!! They are the winners of the Jason Aldean Concert tickets!! Congratulations!! Here is Anthony’s winning photo entry:

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Contest Winners for May & June 2018

We would like to congratulate our “Apple contest” patient winner, Cade C!!!!! Enjoy spending those additional rewards points! Our parent raffle winner for the frozen gourmet machine is Patricia!!! Good luck making some tasty cool treats! Be sure to check out our newest contests in the office and on our website!!!

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