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At McClain Orthodontics, we know that cost is an important consideration when choosing a treatment option. We work hard to offer our patients the best possible value with our services. Our goal is for you to be as happy with the bill as you are with your beautiful smile.

Welcome to McClain Orthodontics! We’re an orthodontic office in Paris, TN, and we’re proud of what our small town has to offer. Before you settle in, check out this guide with some helpful information about the area.

Navigating parenthood through those dreaded teenage years is complicated enough without confusing orthodontic treatments. At McClain Orthodontics, we like to keep it simple. Do you have questions about your teenager’s orthodontic care? We have answers. Visit our office in Paris, TN to get more information about your child’s specific needs.

We all want a healthy and happy smile, but at McClain Orthodontics we know that not everyone is comfortable with having metal in their mouths for an extended period of time. Thankfully, we are proud to offer Invisalign as a method of teeth adjustment to our patients.

At McClain Orthodontics, we want your orthodontic treatment to be as pleasant and effective as possible. Whether you are getting braces or trying our Invisalign clear aligners, our expert staff will guide you through the process every step of the way and answer any questions that you may have. One of the most frequent concerns of our Paris braces patients is what foods they can eat and which ones they should avoid.

National Facial Protection Month has the aim of raising public awareness and reminding athletes to stay safe while playing sports. While sports are often seen as a fun and enjoyable way to get some exercise and stay healthy, they can also cause a number of different facial injuries, whether it’s from a person-to-person collision or just because of an errant ball or puck. To help stay safe, we encourage taking precautions, such as making sure to wear any optional protective headgear, including helmets and eyewear.

At McClain Orthodontics, we believe everyone deserves a smile they're proud of, and we strive to make convenient orthodontic treatment as affordable and accessible as possible to everyone in the Paris, TN community. Unfortunately, however, we've started to see the emergence of an unsettling trend: do-it-yourself orthodontics, or DIY braces.

Getting braces put on can be quite the life-altering experience! While an efficient orthodontic treatment will require you to make a few lifestyle changes in order to maintain the treatment's effectiveness, it'll all be worth it in the end as they'll help you achieve a beautiful smile that you've previously only been able to dream about!

While an orthodontist and a dentist can both help improve your oral health, the two health care providers go about it in different ways.

A beautiful, healthy smile is an asset that helps you for a lifetime, and it's one you carry with you everywhere you go. The best way for most people to achieve that smile is through an excellent orthodontist, but understanding how to choose the right orthodontist for you can be a challenge.