Another happy patient at Alpha Orthodontics!

Dr. Leonard and our team love getting patient reviews. We recently removed Andrea's braces, and she wanted to share a few words about her experience at Alpha Orthodontics.

‎"I want to thank everyone at Alpha Orthodontics. They made my smile beautiful. I appreciate them always being caring and kind. I thought I would have my braces on for two year,s but I did so well wearing by bands that it was just a year and a half! I love everyone at Alpha Orthodontics, they truly care about me." ~Thank you, Andrea

Taking steps to reduce our environmental impact

We are living in an age with a renewed commitment to conservation, and are frequently reminded to recycle, reduce and reuse. Earth Day is this Friday, April 22nd, and we thought this would a great time to discuss the things that Alpha Orthodontics does to conserve our natural resources and the environment.

Did you know that we offer patients account access 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Our office has convenient and secure online services with Sesame 24-7™. Patients can also receive appointment reminders through email or text messages. Since this information is submitted electronically, we eliminate the use of large amounts of paper and printing materials.

Dr. Leonard and our team would love to hear how you minimize your impact on the environment. Leave us a comment below or you can also visit our Facebook page and post something on our wall.

Happy Earth Day!

Another great smile at Alpha Orthodontics!

‎"When I first saw my new smile it brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Dr. Leonard and staff" ~Darla

At Alpha Orthodontics, we understand the importance of a great smile. Darla was so overwhelmed with her new smile, it really made us proud and happy for her. Congratulations on your new smile, Darla!

Play it safe this spring, from Alpha Orthodontics

With spring here, many children, teens and adults will once again pick up the ball, bring the bat out of seasonal retirement, and lace up their cleats to hit the fields for the return of spring sports! April is National Facial Protection Month, and during this time, our dedicated team urges young athletes to play it safe when out on the field. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year.

Here are a few ways to ensure your mouth’s safety this spring, courtesy of our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists:

1. Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse.
2. Wear a helmet
3. Wear protective eyewear
4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
5. Be alert, even as a spectator

We hope that helps. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact Alpha Orthodontics. Stay safe and have fun!

Another beautiful smile at Alpha Orthodontics!

Jon just got his braces off at Alpha Orthodontics! We love your new smile, Jon! Dr. Leonard and our staff had a lot of fun with Jon during his orthodontic treatment.

For more information about Dr. Dean Leonard, and and orthodontic treatment options in Albert Lea, Waseca, and Blue Earth, MN and Mason City, IA please request an appointment today!