Meet the Team
Dr. Andrea McLachlan
DMD, Orthodontist
Dr. Andrea McLachlan grew up in a little town north of Chicago in Illinois called Zion. She attended the prestigious historically black university, Howard University in Washington D.C.
After getting her degree at Howard, she realized she wanted to help people gain confidence through great smiles and headed to University of Pennsylvania for dental school.
Dr. McLachlan loves helping patients of all ages have the smile of their dreams, but she especially loves working with kids. Not only does she enjoy helping kids have a healthy confident smile, but she feeds off their energy which keeps her from taking her self too seriously.
Dr. McLachlan is an active member in the American Dental Association and American Academy of Orthodontics.
In Her Free Time
Dr. McLachlan loves to work out.
Favorite Podcast
When not making smiles, she loves to learn about real estate listening to Bigger Pockets and Rants and Gems.
Best Dental Tip
Brush, Brush, Brush! The success of orthodontic treatment depends on excellent oral hygiene.
Dr. Dean Wakham
DMD, Orthodontist
Dr. Dean Wakham, DMD is an accomplished orthodontist with years of experience in creating beautiful smiles for his patients. Growing up in Drew, MS, Dr. Wakham developed an early interest in the field of dentistry. He pursued his passion by earning his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of MS in 1981. Later, he earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of MS in 1987.
As a member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association (ADA), American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), Mississippi Dental Association (MDA), and Mississippi Association of Orthodontics (MAO), Dr. Wakham stays up-to-date on the latest advancements in orthodontic technology and techniques.
Dr. Wakham's passion for orthodontics stems from the combination of science and technical skill involved in the profession. He particularly enjoys working with children and seeing the excitement on their faces as their smiles transform. He also takes great pride in the positive psychological changes that a beautiful smile can bring to his patients.
Dr. Wakham's tip for those undergoing orthodontic treatment is to take good care of their braces and appliances. He finds that both kids and adults love to be praised for taking good care of their braces, and this positive reinforcement encourages them to continue their efforts towards achieving a beautiful, healthy smile.
Favorite Movie
Dr. Wakham loves holiday movies, and It's a Wonderful Life & the Santa Clause top his list.
Favorite Restaurant
The rustic feel and comfort food of Cracker Barrel.
Favorite Hobbies
Dr. Wakham loves reading, travelling, going for walks, and watching YouTube.
Our Staff
Allyson Robinson
Front Office Manager
Brandie Walton
Back Office Manager
