What do you love about Our Office?

From your very first visit to Dr. Elchahal's office, we strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Elchahal's work? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!

Thank you!

What can I expect during my consultation?

When you first come in for your initial consultation, Dr. Elchahal will conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your oral health. This will better enable us to determine the best treatment method for you.

Your orthodontic evaluation will consist of an oral and facial examination to assess your oral health. At this initial, complimentary consultation, we will have you take intraoral and facial photographs as well as panoramic and cephalometric X-rays to help determine the proper orthodontic treatment method. We find that many patients are not ready for treatment when examined. In those cases, the patient is placed on a recall program and the family is sent a reminder in the future to come back for an orthodontic re-evaluation.

If you are seeking orthodontic treatment for your child, our staff asks that both you and your child attend the initial consultation. We feel it is important that both you and your child completely understand Dr. Elchahal’s recommendations before we proceed with treatment.

Give us a call today and schedule a consultation! We look forward to hearing from you!

New Hamilton Mill Location Opening

Before the memorial day weekend, we wanted to update everyone that our brand new Hamilton Mill office will be open for business on June 4th. Come visit us at 2055 Hamilton Creek Pkwy, Suite 100, Dacula, GA 30019.

Enjoy the long weekend!

-The Smiles by Elchahal Team

Hamilton Mill Orthodontics Celebrates Grand Opening of LEED Certified Office

Check out the press release that PracticeWorks just put out about Dr. Elchahal's Hamilton Mill Office recently becoming the first LEED Certified orthodontic office in Georgia!

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.

Extra Points on your Rewards Card are just a click away!

Dr. Elchahal and team strive for five. A successful practice doesn't just happen. It is the result of a strong commitment to excellence in our treatment and relationships with patients and doctors. We'd like to take a moment to thank you for showing your confidence in our practice by recommending us to your friends, family members and colleagues. One great way for you to share your experience with us is by writing your testimonial on one of our social media networks. For your convenience, you may find links on our website under testimonials. Please notify Dr. Elchahal and team that you have done so by emailing us at braces@smilesbyelchahal.com to receive 10 points on your Smiles Reward Card.

The Braces Cookbook: Kid Tested, Orthodontist Approved!

The wisdom of the ages tells us that necessity is the mother of invention. Brenda Waterman, age thirteen, offers new proof of this proverb. When getting braces mandated cutting a list of foods out of her diet – including her much-loved treat of caramel apples – she devised a work-around recipe that let her indulge her craving. This clever replacement for caramel apples was the inspiration for The Braces Cookbook: Recipes You (And Your Orthodontist) Will Love, which Brenda created along with her mom, Pam Waterman.

Anyone with braces knows that it's important to avoid sticky foods, crunchy foods, hard foods, chewy foods, and so on. It's easy to look at the list and think, "What can I eat?" The Watermans' new book tackles that question with creative and thorough answers in the form of 50 braces-friendly recipes, plus additional tips and advice – enough to reassure any doubter.

Neatly divided into chapters such as Definitely Deserved Desserts and Be-Nice-To-Me Beverages, The Braces Cookbook offers a broad assortment of recipes from main courses and sides to breakfasts and snacks. An all-around guide, the book also offers suggestions for packing lunches, preparing quick meals, and handling parties and restaurants, where the food selection isn't under your control. There's even a section of tips for dealing with the soreness that can arise in teeth and gums when braces are adjusted.

Purchase The Braces Cookbook for your kitchen, and pick up an extra copy or two – they make great gifts!

-Alec N. Elchahal, Orthodontist Johns Creek, Suwanee, Dacula GA

2010 Contests with Dr. Elchahal & Team

Have you seen the list of our contests for 2010? We've just built a new contest section of our Facebook Fan Page, which you can check out by clicking here! Dr. Elchahal and his team are all about providing the Johns Creek, Hamilton Mill, Suwanee, Dacula and surrounding communities with a fun orthodontic experience. Let us know if you have questions about any of our exciting contests, or give our office a call!

Movies Under the Stars with Dr. Elchahal and Dacula Family Festival

The Dacula Family Festival and Dr. Alec Elchahal & Team are proud to present
Movies Under the Stars!

Where: 5055 Post Rd. Cumming, Ga, 30040*

What: Enjoy our FREE MOVIE SCREENINGS. Movies start at 8:15pm. For best seating, come early and bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair!

When: May 9th- Night at the Museum

June 12th- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

July 10th- Twilight *this movie starts at 9:30pm

August 14th- Where the Wild Things Are

September 11th- Princess Diaries

Trust a Preferred Invisalign Provider in Johns Creek, Cumming and Dacula

For the Johns Creek, Dacula, and Cumming communities considering orthodontic braces, Consider Invisalign, the nearly invisible way to achieve your best smile which has been used by more than a million patients. We are an Invisalign Preferred Provider, which means we meet a strict set of requirements by the creators of Invisalign. That means you can rely on our skills and experience to provide you – and your teeth – with the best possible outcome.

How Invisalign Straightens Your Teeth
The Invisalign system uses a set of clear aligners that are custom-created for your mouth to reposition and straighten your teeth. These aligners are tailor-made for your teeth and are completely removable, requiring no metal wires or brackets. The aligners work in stages: each aligner is worn for about two weeks before being replaced by the next in the sequence, moving your teeth exactly according to the prescription we’ve created for you.


What it Means to Work with a Preferred Provider
We’re proud to be an Invisalign Preferred Provider, as designated by Align Technology, the company that created the Invisalign system of treatment. Being a Preferred Provider means that we have successfully completed the advanced training needed to treat patients with Invisalign aligners. We have continued experience with a wide variety of Invisalign cases, as we regularly treat patients with Invisalign. We also attend ongoing clinical training classes in order to maintain our qualification as a Preferred Provider in Johns Creek and surrounding areas.

Please contact us with any questions you have about the Invisalign system, or give us a call to set up a consultation so we can determine if Invisalign is a practical option for you. You can also visit our web site for more information about Invisalign treatment at the orthodontic practice of Alec Elchahal.

Dr. Elchahal is Going Green in Dacula, GA

Our Hamilton Mill office in Dacula, which is relocating next month to 2055 Hamilton Creek Pkwy, Suite 100, Dacula, will be the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certified Orthodontic Office in Georgia!

Dr. Alec Elchahal designed the office to reflect his commitment to the well being of his patients, staff and environment. He wants to demonstrate the relationship between one's oral health and the health of our environment to our patients. He is very excited about this project and the opportunity to serve the community.

LEED is the nationally recognized benchmark for green building and operations governed by the U.S. Green Building Council. The office will be constructed with products with a high-recycled content and salvaged materials. In the day-to-day operations, Dr. Elchahal will use energy efficient products such as lighting, water consumption as well as recycling.

Before & After at Smiles by Elchahal

Have you ever wondered what patients look like before and after their treatment at the office of Alec N. Elchahal? Above is a snapshot of Stephen, one of Dr. Elchahal's patients. Stephen is one of many patients whose smiles (and lives) have been transformed by treatment at our office. For more proof, head over to the Before & After page on our web site!

If you're considering orthodontic, please give us a call. Enjoy your weekend!

Dr. Elchahal, your Johns Creek Invisalign Teen™ provider

Invisalign for teens is here and Johns Creek Orthodontics is proudly one of the first offices to offer this premier service.

Dr. Alec Elchahal is an Invisalign Premier Provider with locations in Johns Creek, Suwanee, Hamilton Mill and Dacula, who loves straightening people's teeth without using brackets and wires whenever possible. By using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth right before your eyes. Invisalign is comfortable to wear and it doesn't require you to change your busy lifestyle. One of the most attractive features about Invisalign is that it is virtually invisible and allows you to keep your teeth impeccably clean during treatment.

Invisalign Teen is a special type of Invisalign treatment designed to meet the needs of our wonderful teenage patients. It addresses the key teen issues of eruption control, root movement, and compliance while enhancing smiles and function for life!

To find out more about Invisalign Teen, please call our office for a Free Consultation. Dr. Elchahal and his team look forward to meeting you and discussing your treatment needs.

Happy Friday!

Dr. Elchahal and staff, helping disadvantaged families this holiday season

Dr. Elchahal and staff are sponsoring a family this holiday season through North Fulton Community Charities. The NFCC Holiday Program provides an opportunity for disadvantaged families to experience the blessings of the season and put aside their day-to-day struggles.

Sponsoring a family involves purchasing new gifts for each child in the family and a household gift the whole family can enjoy. Sponsors receive a letter about their family, a report with the children's names, ages and sizes and the children's wish list for Christmas. With this information, Dr. Elchahal and his team can then purchase items or gift cards of their choosing.

We feel blessed being able to help this family during the holidays.

Patient reviews for Dr. Elchahal

Smiles by Elchahal, serving Suwanee, Dacula, Cumming and surrounding areas, has been receiving some great patient reviews lately! Check out what our current patients are saying about Dr. Elchahal and team!

"Very nice staff. Great service and help. Makes you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in the door." ~ Jeremy P.

"Dr.Elchahal is very knowledgeable, friendly and is up date on latest technology." ~ Celeste B.

"The staff is extremely personable and friendly. Dr. E is so kind and understanding and has gone above and beyond for my daughter, Kennedy. He does an outstanding job with results. You are efficient and timely." ~ Britton C.

"Everything! Great service, friendly atmosphere, quality of orthodontic care, efficiency of office, modern tools - email, text messaging, online account, etc." ~ David J.

This Thanksgiving, what are you thankful for?

What are you most thankful for this holiday season? With Thanksgiving (and the new year) almost upon us, it’s a great time to ask ourselves what we’re thankful for. With our friends and family around us, we celebrate the blessings given to us in the past year. Do you have any Thanksgiving wishes you'd like to share with us?

Dr. Elchahal and staff would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. Our offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th. We will have staff available for emergencies, please call our office at 770-622-1177 to have them paged.