Table of Contents
- Key Points
- A Community Milestone in Pittsboro
- Inside the Celebration
- A Closer Look at the Chatham Park Office
- Part of a Larger Network, Rooted in Local Communities
- Plan Your Visit to the Chatham Park Office
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
Key Points
- Wells Family Dental Group joined the Chatham County Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 23.
- The event honored the practice’s ninth location, which has been treating patients since it opened in May.
- Attendees toured the office, met the clinical team, and learned about the many services available at this location.
A Community Milestone in Pittsboro
On July 23, Wells Family Dental Group stood alongside neighbors, patients, and members of local government to formally celebrate its Chatham Park office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The office is the ninth location within the growing Wells Family Dental network.
While the Chatham Park location has spent the past several weeks welcoming new patients, the ribbon-cutting offered something different: a chance for the wider community to gather, celebrate the milestone together, and formally recognize the practice as one of the best dental offices Pittsboro residents have to choose from. The ribbon-cutting itself was coordinated through the Chatham County Chamber of Commerce, which regularly partners with new and expanding businesses throughout the county to mark these milestones.
For an area experiencing rapid growth, the ceremony was as much a celebration of the surrounding community’s momentum as it was of the practice itself. Chatham County’s population has grown by about 7 percent just since 2020, a pace that continues to draw new residents, new businesses, and new demand for dental care in the Pittsboro area.1
Inside the Celebration
The ribbon-cutting brought together familiar faces. Patients who had already visited the Chatham Park office in its first weeks joined Chamber ambassadors, neighboring business owners, and members of the surrounding Chatham Park community for the occasion. Guests had the opportunity to:
- Tour the treatment rooms and reception area
- Meet members of the Chatham Park clinical and administrative team
- Ask questions about scheduling, insurance, and the services offered at this Pittsboro dental office
- Take part in the ceremonial ribbon cutting itself, followed by refreshments and conversation
For many attendees, the event doubled as an introduction to the practice. Some had heard about the new office from neighbors or an online search for a dentist Pittsboro families trust, but had not yet had a reason to stop by. The ceremony gave them a low-pressure opportunity to see the space firsthand and put faces to the team providing care in their community.
A Closer Look at the Chatham Park Office
Our Chatham Park office was designed to bring the same standard of care found across the Wells Family Dental network to Pittsboro’s fast-growing population, while incorporating some of the practice’s newer technological investments. Features available to patients at this dental clinic include:
- Same-day crowns: Using CAD/CAM 3D imaging, the office can design, craft, and place a custom porcelain crown in a single visit, reducing the need for a temporary restoration or a second appointment.
- Laser gum disease therapy: This minimally invasive approach targets infection below the gumline without traditional surgery, supporting faster healing for patients managing periodontal concerns.
- Invisalign for adults: Because adult teeth and jawbones have finished developing, Invisalign offers a discreet, stable path to straighter teeth for patients who did not pursue orthodontic treatment earlier in life.
- Pediatric and kids’ dentistry: As a pediatric dentist Pittsboro families can turn to for routine and preventive visits, the office offers a welcoming, age-appropriate environment designed to help younger patients build confidence with dental care early on.
- Emergency dental care: Patients can contact this office for urgent dental needs related to toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, and other time-sensitive concerns as quickly as scheduling allows.
- General and cosmetic care: From routine exams and cleanings to whitening and restorative treatment, the office is equipped to serve patients at every stage of life.
Regular dental exams remain one of the most effective ways to catch minor concerns before they become larger, more costly problems, and the American Dental Association recommends a checkup and cleaning every six months for most patients.2 Having a dental home within Chatham Park makes that kind of consistent, preventive care far more convenient for residents who previously had to travel outside the county for routine appointments.
Part of a Larger Network, Rooted in Local Communities
The Chatham Park office is the ninth location in the Wells Family Dental Group network, joining many offices across the greater Raleigh area. Even as the network has grown, each office is built around the same idea: patients should have a dental home that feels personal, even as the practice expands to meet the needs of a growing region. The Chatham Park ribbon-cutting reflected that balance, pairing the resources of an established, multi-location practice with the kind of neighborhood celebration more often associated with a small, independent business.
For the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, the event also reflected its broader mission of connecting new and growing businesses with the community members they serve. As Chatham Park and the surrounding Pittsboro area continue to add new residents, ceremonies like this one help residents put a name and a face to the businesses opening in their own backyard.
Plan Your Visit to the Chatham Park Office
The Chatham Park office is currently welcoming new patients for routine, cosmetic, pediatric, and specialty dental care. Whether you attended the ribbon-cutting or are just now learning about the practice, the team encourages Pittsboro-area residents to line up a visit and experience the office for themselves.
Schedule an appointment at the Chatham Park office, or reach out with questions about accepted insurance plans, financing options, and the full range of services available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Wells Family Dental Chatham Park office located?
The Chatham Park office is located at 65 Ramseur Road in Pittsboro, North Carolina, within the Chatham Park development.
Is the Chatham Park office accepting new patients?
Yes, the office is currently welcoming new patients for routine, cosmetic, pediatric, and specialty dental care.
What should I look for in the best dentist Pittsboro has to offer?
Many patients look for a practice that offers transparent pricing, a broad range of services under one roof, and a personal, individualized approach to care. The Chatham Park office was built around each of these priorities, offering everything from routine exams to same-day crowns and Invisalign in a single location.
Does the Chatham Park office provide emergency dental care?
Yes, the office addresses urgent concerns such as toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, and lost crowns or fillings, and patients experiencing a dental emergency are encouraged to call the office directly.
Is there a pediatric dentist at the Chatham Park location?
Yes, the office welcomes younger patients in an environment designed to be comfortable and age-appropriate, and it maintains a close relationship with the local school community, including Northwood High School.
Who hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony?
The ceremony was hosted in partnership with the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, which regularly celebrates new and expanding businesses throughout Chatham County.
References
- Richard Stradling and David Raynor, “Latest census numbers show which NC counties grew and which shrank since the pandemic,” The News & Observer, March 2024, https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article286374180.html.
- “Oral Hygiene,” Cleveland Clinic, April 2022, https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/16914-oral-hygiene.
Originally from Franklin, Michigan, Dr. Morgan McClellan brings a wealth of experience to the Pittsboro, NC, community, including six years of distinguished service as an officer in the US Navy Dental Corps. She is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, where she received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery, and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, where she gained specialized expertise in complex fields such as prosthodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery. Dr. McClellan has a deep passion for the profession and focuses on building long-lasting relationships with her patients, ensuring every visit is centered on comfort and high-quality care.
