Office ties together green technology and state-of-the-art treatment
ATLANTA – PracticeWorks, LLC, the exclusive maker of KODAK Dental Systems, announces one of their customers, Dr. Alec Elchahal, has been awarded the Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building council. This office is the first LEED certified orthodontic office in Georgia.
Hamilton Mill Orthodontics, located in Dacula, GA is a 5,400 square-foot orthodontic office that uses state-of-the-art technology and design to offer their patients exceptional treatment and comfort. The new office opens June 1st, 2010.
LEED certification offers third-party verification that the building was designed and built using strategies aimed at improving performance such as energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions.
“Receiving the LEED certification was very important to us as we thought about how to design our new office,” said Dr. Elchahal, owner of Hamilton Mill Orthodontics, Johns Creek Orthodontics and Vickery Orthodontics. “There are many opportunities to make an office environmentally friendly but we took the extra steps to get the certification knowing our patients would appreciate the difference.”
In addition to their innovative design, Dr. Elchahal and his team use KODAK ORTHOTRAC Practice Management Software which allow them to operate using electronic charting, thus rather their paper usage. Technology was also considered when purchasing imaging equipment. The office uses the redesigned KODAK 8000C Digital Extraoral System for lower radiation exposure.
“We are excited to be a part of Dr. Elchahal’s new practice, offering great features to help his practice be more environmentally and patient friendly,” said Susan Whitt, orthodontic product line manager at PracticeWorks. “Our research and design team is constantly looking for ways to upgrade and improve digital imaging systems and practice management software to fit the needs of a busy practice, further improving patient care.”
To obtain product information on products to request a demo, contact a PracticeWorks representative at (800) 944-6365 or visit www.kodakdental.com. To learn more about Dr. Elchahal’s office, visit www.smilesbyelchahal.com
For over 13 years, Dr. Elchahal has provided state-of-the-art orthodontic care by utilizing the latest technology to create natural and healthy smiles. Thousands of his patients are smiling because of it.
Graduating top of his class in 1995, Dr Elchahal received his doctorate degree in dentistry after completing four years of training at The Medical College of Georgia, School of Dentistry. He then went on to complete another two and one-half years of specialty training in orthodontics during his residency a The Medical College of Georgia. While an orthodontic resident, Dr. Elchahal completed a two years Masters degree in oral biology from The Medical College of Georgia School Graduate Studies. His master degree research focused on studying the use of radiology in evaluating the effect of orthodontic treatment and growth of children and adolescents. In addition to his training as an orthodontist, Dr Elchahal has completed the rigorous additional study and examinations required to become certified by The American Board of Orthodontics. He is among a small number of orthodontists in the United States to earn this level of recognized excellence in the specialty of orthodontics.
In addition to his private practice, Dr Elchahal is a member of many professional associations including the American Association of Orthodontics, Georgia Assocation of Orthodontics, Southern Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, American Lingual Association of Orthodontics and the American Society of Dentistry For Children.
Dr. Elchahal is committed to excellence in every aspect of his professional and personal life. He is a devoted husband to his wife Marlo, and a loving father to his three children Ryan, Lilya and Lara. In his free time, Dr. Elchahal enjoys running, skiing, outdoor activities and spending time with his family and friends.
About PracticeWorks Systems, LLC
PracticeWorks Systems, LLC, is the exclusive maker of KODAK Dental Systems, including ORTHOTRAC Software. KODAK Dental Digital Imaging and Practice Management Systems help dental professionals streamline workflow and enhance patient care by enabling them to capture, share, and use images and information easily and effectively. PracticeWorks is part of Carestream Health, Inc.’s dental systems group. Carestream Health is a leading provider of dental and medical imaging and IT solutions, serving customers in more than 150 countries. For more information, or to contact a PracticeWorks representative, call (800) 944-6365 or visit www.kodakdental.com.
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