Ask Dr. McFarland: Who really benefits from braces?

Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. McFarland will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic care; whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.

To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation and find out how adult orthodontics will transform your smile, and your life!

Have you met Mrs. Major?

You've probably thought about making your trip to see Dr. McFarland a little funner. Well, ponder no longer, our amazing patients. Discover the ease and convenience of our brace bus service!

Here's how it works:

Mrs. Major will pick your child up from school, bring them to Dr. McFarland for an appointment, and then return them to school—it's perfect for working and busy parents!

Parent must sign permission slip authorizing Mrs. Major to transport your child and check him or her out of school. Remember, appointments are usually scheduled during school hours. Mrs. Major will schedule appointments according to the day and time she is driving.

To give Mrs. Pat Major a call, please dial 817-460-5996.

Dr. McFarland and team, reminding you to be safe during the storm

With the intense weather conditions in Texas the next few days, Dr. McFarland and our entire team thought it would be a good time to remind you, our terrific patients (and parents) to be safe when out and about.

If you don't feel safe going out, you can always reschedule your appointment. At the office of Dr. R.A.McFarland, our patients' well-being is our primary concern, and that includes staying safe on the roads during this storm! If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call!

Ask Dr. McFarland: Why is it so important to have straight teeth?

Some people wonder why Dr. McFarland and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime.

Straight teeth are less prone to decay, because they collect less plaque—the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay; and they are easier to keep clean! Dr. McFarland wants to remind you we are a trend-setting office, forefront in current knowledge and practice. Our staff is committed to being an office that cares about each patient as if they were our own son or daughter.

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, give us a call to set up a consultation. Dr. McFarland can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

What are patients saying about Dr. McFarland?

Last week, we asked you, our great patients, what you most liked about Dr. McFarland and our office. Well, we received some pretty great reviews, and thought we’d share a few with you today. Please feel free to contribute your own thoughts about our practice, Dr. McFarland or the team! We love getting patient testimonials!

"Dr McFarland & office staff very nice & professional, great layout to the office, child friendly and comfortable for parents too. Told us exactly what would take place during our initial appts. Answered all our questions. Really seemed to care about my child and she enjoyed being there and getting the t-shirt and lip balm :-)" ~ Sarah T.

"I like that the people are SSSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO nice!" ~ Taylre L.

"Friendly, caring, down to earth. Really seems to meet the "needs" for kids. Awesome office!!!" ~ Patrick G.

"The Staff is friendly, very capable and accomodating. The room is airy and clean and whenever we have little issues, we are never made to feel as though we have interrupted their day." ~ Anton L.

"The whole office relates to it's audience. It is all about the kids and the smiles! Very friendly, very helpful, and the integration of technology is wonderful." ~ Robby B.

Dr. McFarland wants to know: What do you love about our office?

There's a reason Dr. McFarland has been chosen the best orthodontist in Denton County for the last 10 years and running. From your very first visit to our office Dr. McFarland and our team 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. McFarland? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Do you love 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 on our networks. Or, you can tell us by giving us a call!

Meet Our Orthodontist

A Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Richard A. McFarland received his undergraduate training at Baylor University where he was a member of the varsity football team. He attended dental school at the University of Texas at Houston before entering the orthodontic program and receiving a Masters in Orthodontics.

Dr. McFarland is active in many professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association. He helped develop his current system of braces, which is used by thousands of orthodontists all over the world. Dr. McFarland has two children: Lauren and Lindsey.