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It’s a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on which everyone would celebrate the New Year. At midnight people would yell, holler, and blow horns to scare away the

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Do we have your current contact info?

As you probably know, you can always connect with Dr. John Gerling and our team by calling our McAllen, TX office, or going to our Facebook page. However, if you’ve recently moved or gotten a new phone number, we’ll need to update our records so we can easily connect with

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Going Beyond Braces

At John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, we aren’t just concerned with straightening your teeth and giving you the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. We are also committed improving the oral health and the well-being of all our patients. Dr. John Gerling and our team strive to serve our patients by

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The Clear Benefits of Invisalign®

Straighter teeth is something many people desire. A nice smile is one of the most attractive things about a person. However, wearing a mouth full of braces for two, three, or more years can be a major pain, both literally and figuratively. Luckily, there is another option. Invisalign is an

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Thanksgiving Trivia

At John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Dr. John Gerling wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table and help create some great conversation with friends and family. The Turkey

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What are the benefits of Invisalign®?

A popular option for straightening teeth at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, crossbites, overbites, underbites, and more. Invisalign, which is different from traditional braces, works by applying a series of clear, retainer-like aligners

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