When should you call McClellan Orthodontics?

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call McClellan Orthodontics. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with Dr. McClellan and team:

1. Early or late loss of baby teeth
2. Difficulty of chewing or biting
3. Mouth breathing
4. Finger sucking or other oral habits
5. Crowding, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
6. Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or retrude
7. Speech difficulty
8. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
9. Protruding teeth
10. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
11. Facial imbalance or asymmetry
12. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you? If so, give us a call! Happy New Year!

Happy Holidays from McClellan Orthodontics!

In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as Dr. McClellan and his team at McClellan Orthodontics reflects on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? A clean slate for 2010? Opening presents by the fireplace? All the delicious food? Also, what gift are you most looking forward to getting this year?

We’d love if you shared with us all the things you love about the holidays. Stay warm, and don’t forget to stay away from those sweets!

--The McClellan Orthodontics team

Be a Part of Dr. McClellan's Clean Teeth Contest!

Have you heard about the Clean Teeth Contest at McClellan Orthodontics? This is a special contest for our patients who are teens as well as our younger patients who wear braces. We know that clean teeth allow the braces to work better and are more comfortable.

Each time you come in to the office, Dr. McClellan and his team will check your teeth to see if they are perfectly clean with no broken or bent braces. If you get a good score, you will receive a special slip that allows you to put your name in the jar for a monthly prize drawing of a $25 gift certificate. In addition, your smile will be featured in our office as the "Clean Teeth Smile of the Month!"

Happy Thursday!

Patient reviews for Dr. McClellan

Last week we asked you, our wonderful patients, what you liked best about Dr. McClellan or McClellan Orthodontics. We got back some pretty great reviews and thought we'd share a few!

"Definitely his professionalism, combined with his people-person personality. He has made me feel very comfortable about his procedures and the results I can expect from them." ~ William H.

"He is a good professional and person. In fact, all the team that work with him is the same way." ~ Martha O.

"I think he is the best in the area. I have complete faith that he is doing in a minimum amount of time what needs to be done for a lifetime." ~ Charles R.

"Dr McClellan is friendly, professional and informative. I like the fact that he has a calm demeanor." ~ Eric J.

"He's a very nice and straightforward person - love the waiting room - it's very kid-friendly as are the staff...always a good time when we go there - no complaints from anyone!" ~ Debbie F.

What do you love about McClellan Orthodontics?

From your very first visit to McClellan Orthodontics, Dr. McClellan and his team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Have you been especially impressed by Dr. McClellan? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Do you love your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for generations, we’d love to hear your feedback on our networks. Or, you can tell us by giving us a call!

Thank you and happy Tuesday,
The team at McClellan Orthodontics