Dr George Elassal provides orthodontic treatment with traditional braces and Invisalign aligners. Providing prevention and treatment for TMJ dysfunction since 1980's for all ages.
Elassal Orthodontics
11317 S Western Ave, #100-A, Oklahoma City (405) 692-7223 • elassalortho.com
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CLASS ACTS: Meet Dr. K. George Elassal, the Man Behind Class Acts
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n 1984, Dr. K. George Elassal was a young orthodontist looking for a place to settle down, start a practice, and raise his family.
“I had studied dentistry at the University of Alexandria in Egypt and Creighton University,” said Dr. Elassal. “And orthodontics in Chicago then had worked in Wisconsin for a couple of years after taking my dental boards.” The Elassals looked around and decided that Oklahoma looked like a pretty nice place to live. It quickly became home sweet home for the family. “I love living in this community,” said Dr. Elassal. “It’s been home for a long time now and has been so very supportive. I love giving back to the community as well.” One of the ways Dr. Elassal has been giving back over the past year is as the sponsor of the Class Acts program, which recognizes a student from Moore Public Schools each month. “My sons are alumni of Moore Public Schools,” said Dr. Elassal. “So, I’ve always had a warm spot in my heart for these students and working with young children. I believe that when we encourage them in their strengths, it will just help them to grow into great adults.” Dr. Elassal’s advice for any student is pretty simple, something that anyone can do regardless of age, gender, race, creed, or social background. “You can always do the right thing,” said Dr. Elassal. “Work hard, be gracious, and be nice. That’s a great recipe to having a happy and successful future.”
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That successful life for Dr. Elassal was born out of the joy he got from working with his hands. As he progressed through school, he also discovered the joy of planning treatments and cases to help give patients a healthy, nice smile. That has grown into a deep passion for helping children and
adults have nice, healthy smiles. He also treats adults dealing with TMJ, which is temporomandibular joint syndrome. “As a young dentist, I was always intrigued by what caused TMJ syndrome,” said Dr. Elassal. “It’s been a journey, developing a philosophy and learning how to treat it. I’ve taken multiple continuing education courses and then applied that knowledge, honing its treatment.” Dr. Elassal says he’s always encouraged when he sees local students working hard to succeed with their schoolwork and activities. It’s another reason that the Class Acts program is rewarding for him. “Being a parent myself, nothing makes me happier than seeing my kids be successful,” said Dr. Elassal. “So, when I see my patients working hard to bring out the best in themselves, I know that it’s also making their parents happy.”
