Dr. Chad was borned in Mercedand is happy to beraising his family here among family and friends. Coming from a family of dentists, he grew up seeing his father, grandfather, and uncles improve the smiles and lives of those they treated and now he happily does the same for his own patients. Dr. Chad says that his favorite part of being an orthodontist is getting to know his patients, becoming their friend,and watching their transformation as their new smiles develop.
Dr. Chad is an active member of his church and works with its youth group. He believes education is a key to opportunity and has worked closely with many local educators to give presentations in schools on learning important life skills as well as on proper oral health care.
Dr. Chad and his wife, Christy, have been married for seventeetn years and they have five energetic boys:Brent, Davis, Craig, Blake, andTate. They love taking trips and exploring different parts of the country, especially those with historical significance.
A Merced native, Dr. Chad attended both Merced and Golden Valley High Schools, graduating from the latter schools inaugural class. He attended Brigham Young University where he majored in American Studies and graduated with honors after publishing a thesis on The American Dream Among Mexican Immigrants. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Chad loves to travel and has spent considerable time in Mexico, Honduras, and other Latin American Countries.
Dr. Chad received his dental and orthodontic training at some of the finest universities in the United States. UCLA School of Dentistrys scores and performance consistently ranks among the top three in the country. In addition to its excellent clinical reputation, the schools research funding from the National Institute of Health is unparalleled.
Saint Louis Universitys Center for Advanced Dental Education is a recognized leader in orthodontic training. It has produced more orthodontic graduates and orthodontic research awards than any other program in the world. The residency training program uses the latest technology and methods to train the residents in treating patients. Because of its renowned reputation, dozens of the most recognized orthodontic experts in the world come to lecture or are on faculty at the university.
Dr. Chad has served as a member of New Dentist Committee for the California Dental Association and participated in regular meetings in Sacramento to improve the understanding and transition of new dentists into the profession. He has also served in other leadership roles in the American Dental Association. In addition, Dr. Chad is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics, and the Yosemite Dental Society.
We understand the importance of choosing an orthodontic office that truly cares about the quality of service it provides. That is why we go to great lengths to make sure that your experience with us is a pleasant one. Dr. Chad is dedicated to providing his patients with the most up-to-date and individualized orthodontic care. Though we take our work seriously, we pride ourselves in doing it in a fun way! We want you to enjoy coming to see us and to feel comfortable with the treatment you receive.
We have many patients and families that have been so happy with our service that they have recommended us to their family members and friends! We even have some that have made their names and numbers available as references for our future patients!
Dr. Chad has been trained in the use of the newest and most efficient orthodontic treatment modalities available today. He has studied closely with more than 30 orthodontists and has learned different techniques from each of them. From this broad range of experience, he is able to offer individualized treatment for each of his patients.
A goal of Dr. Chads is to provide the best treatment possible to each of his patients in the most efficient time frame. Sometimes, this means waiting to start treatment until the appropriate teeth have erupted into the mouth, while other times treatment may be recommended immediately.
Our office has been professionally remodeled to offer our patients the newest technology and treatment options available. We take X-rays using the most modern digital machines, which decrease X-ray radiation exposure by 40-70% while also allowing image enhancements not available using film based X-rays. In addition, these images are available instantly for analysis and are transferable through electronic communication using our state of the art computer networking system.
The office incorporates the use of the latest audio visual technology to help communicate with patients and parents. Whether it is through high definition videos, photographs, images, or other teaching aides, Dr. Chad employs a wide variety of techniques to help explain and educate his patients so that they can make the best decisions about receiving treatment.
Our open treatment area is an enjoyable place where parents are welcome. Dr. Chad wants his patients and their families to feel comfortable when they come to his office. There are a number of games, magazines, books, and projects for those who accompany the patient to the office.
While it may take several months for your teeth to become straight, there is no reason why you shouldnt be able to have fun while waiting! Dr. Chads office is a fun place for patients and their families to be. In addition to games, magazines, books and projects, there are always regular contest to participate in. Some contests include: Name that Smilea test of your celebrity skills to see if you can identify famous people by their smiles;EtchaSketch Contesttest your hand eye coordination to create a picture using a toy from the 1960s;Who is the Real Dr. Chad?using dry erase markers, decorate a picture of Dr. Chad to look like a pirate, a baseball player, or even a patient with braces.
Dont worry, youll be eating popcorn and snacking on potato chips again in no time! However, before you can start enjoying some of the treats you love, you will need to take special care to avoid any foods that could damage your new appliances.
When you first get your braces, you may notice that your teeth and mouth feeltender or sore. This is perfectly normal and we promise your mouth will not be sore forever! To relieve the pain, we recommend dissolving one teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of lukewarm water. Swish and gargle this solution in your mouth for just a couple of minutes (do not swallow the saltwater).
If the pain is more severe and does not go away after rinsing, you can also try taking a mildpain reliever. It is also not uncommon for your lips, cheeks, and tongue to become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become used to the braces. Our office isalso more than happy to provide you withwax to put over your braces to lessen the tenderness.
If your teeth begin feeling a little loose, dont worrythisis normal! Your braces must first loosen your teeth to move them into the right position. Once your teeth have been repositioned, they will no longer be loose.
The wires and bands on your braces may come loose. If this happens, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can check and repair your appliance. If any piece of your appliance comes off, be sure to save it and bring it to the office with you.
You can temporarily fix the loose wire by using the back of a spoon or the eraser end of a pencil to carefully and gently push the wire back into place. If the loose wire is causing irritation to your lips or cheeks, place wax or a wet cotton ball over the broken wire to relieve the pain.
Damaged appliances can increase the length of your treatment process, so pleasebe sure to take the utmostcare of all your appliances. Your teeth and jaw can only move into their correct positions if you consistently wear the rubber bands, headgear, retainer, or other appliances prescribed by your doctor.
Game, Set, Match we have great news for athletes! You can still play sports while undergoing orthodontic treatment! If you do play sports, its recommended that you wear a mouthguard to protect your teeth and your appliance. Let your doctor know if you need help finding the right mouthguard for the best protection.
In case of a sports emergency, be sure to immediately check your mouth and appliance for damage. If you notice any loose teeth or appliance damage, please contact our office right away. You can temporarily relieve the discomfort by applying wax or rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater.