Ellis Orthodontics is pleased to welcome Kristen to our staff. Kristen has many years of experience in orthodontics and will lend a hand as both Dr. Ellis’s chairside assistant and new patient coordinator. Dr. Ellis is thrilled to have such an experienced, friendly person join the Ellis Orthodontics team. Our mission is to provide exceptional […]
Read MoreSummertime Smiles
We have been super busy at Ellis Orthodontics this summer creating healthy, beautiful smiles. It has been a lot of fun seeing my cute, braced up patients around the neighborhood, at the pool and in the office. If you have been thinking about improving your smile through orthodontic treatment, summer is a great time to […]
Read MoreIs maintaining your dental health possible on a budget?
I am posting this because it has been on my mind quite a bit lately. The business person side of me understands (all too well) the importance of business cash flow from billable care but the health care provider side of me knows that some people just can’t afford the cost of care at the […]
Read MoreStraightening teeth, running a business and blogging some thoughts, oh my!
In the post, I am going to blog a little about what it is like to be a business owner, particularly an owner / operator of a start up orthodontic office in an established (and awesome!) area of Dallas. After opening Ellis Orthodontics in the Fall of 2015, I have been surprised at how many […]
Read MoreJust do it!
Ah, the holiday season is here once again! I don’t know about you, but I have a love/hate relationship with this time of year. I LOVE all the decorations, cozy clothes, excitement and anticipation that make the Thanksgiving/ Christmas / New Years season so special. But I HATE the overwhelming feeling that hits about the […]
Read MoreWhy braces? Esthetics or Function or Both?
Recently I’ve seen a number of patients who wanted straight teeth but were questioning whether they should get orthodontic care because they thought they were “just being vain”. In fact, the generally understood reason people get braces is for straight teeth, but that is really only part of the story. Yes – braces will give […]
Read MoreEven the Wall Street Journal knows that straight teeth are good for everyone
There is a nice article in the WSJ today about how more adults are getting braces now than in the past. After many years of helping adults straighten crooked teeth, I know what a great service orthodontics is for my adult patients. If you have always wanted straight teeth, but thought braces were just for […]
Read MoreWelcome the cooler weather with cool, new braces!
Now that fall is finally in the air, we can all look forward to the seasonal changes that lie ahead – autumn colors, crisp nights, neighborhood block parties, school carnivals, and cozy clothes! With the new opening of Ellis Orthodontics, fall is also a great time to get started with braces. October is National Orthodontic […]
Read MoreEllis Orthodontics is OPEN!
I am thrilled to announce that Ellis Orthodontics is up and running! We are busy creating new smiles and want to thank those patients who have already been in to visit us. Our external signage goes up this Friday. Look for our logo at the Woodrow Wilson High School Homecoming parade! Come back and check […]
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