At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, your smile is our passion. Our orthodontists provide you with the best care possible in Huntersville, all from a stress-free, comfortable setting. We know how much of a difference a beautiful smile can make, which is why we are so passionate about giving our clients a smile they love forever.
Having served metro Huntersville for years, we know that no two patients have the same orthodontic needs. That's why we offer a variety of treatment options to correct each patient's unique concerns, along with payment plans that make braces affordable for every family. You can rest easy knowing that our team specializes in the latest innovations in the field of orthodontics. This allows us to treat our patients in the most efficient, affordable, and aesthetically pleasing ways possible.
A few of our orthodontic treatment options in Huntersville include:
If you're looking for an orthodontist in Huntersville, NC, who is professional, trustworthy, and compassionate, look no further than Chad Johnson Orthodontics. Your pathway to a beautiful smile starts by choosing the treatment options best for your lifestyle.
Over the last few years, Invisalign has become one of the most effective and popular orthodontic treatments in North Carolina. If you're looking for a comfortable, convenient, and discreet way to realign your teeth, Invisalign should be at the top of your list.
Invisalign is a treatment used by the best orthodontists in Huntersville. It straightens patients' teeth without the metal components of traditional braces. Invisalign works by using a variety of custom trays that cover your teeth. These trays gently pull your teeth into proper alignment over time. Each custom tray brings your teeth closer to their final position, resulting in a beautiful smile. Unlike braces, treatment times typically don't exceed two years. Once treatment is complete, you may need a retainer to maintain your new, healthy teeth alignment.
Since they are clear, most patients find Invisalign less noticeable than traditional braces. Unlike metal braces, you can remove Invisalign trays while eating. That way, you don't have to worry about damaging your investment with certain foods like chewing gum. And unlike metal braces, Invisalign options are popular with people of all ages, from teens to adults.
Invisalign works well for patients who have:
For most patients, Invisalign involves a streamlined, three-step process:
With so many innovating teeth straightening options in North Carolina, it can be hard to settle on the best treatment choice for your needs. At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, one of our most asked questions usually involves which treatment is better: traditional braces or Invisalign? Since every patient has different goals and needs, that question isn't always easy to answer.
A younger patient with slightly crooked teeth might benefit from the discreet features of Invisalign. Conversely, an older patient with a severe underbite might benefit more from the reliability of traditional braces.
Keep in mind the following points, which will give you a great knowledge base for orthodontic consultation:
Treatment Length: Invisalign treatment can last from six months to two years. Treatment times for traditional braces usually last from one to three years. Each time frame can vary depending on the severity of the patient's teeth problems.
Orthodontic Visits: With Invisalign, patients visit their Invisalign dentist in Huntersville, NC, every three months. Patients can expect to visit every month or every other month when choosing metal braces.
Cleaning: Regular brushing and flossing is recommended for Invisalign patients. A specialized floss threading tool and regular brushing and flossing are recommended for patients with traditional braces.
Benefits: Invisalign is comfortable and discreet. Because trays are removable, there are no food restrictions involved. Traditional braces offer consistent progress, are effective for severe cases, have great reliability, and can be the best choice for patients who are sticking to a strict budget. Ready to learn more about Invisalign from Chad Johnson Orthodontics? Our knowledgeable customer service team is ready and waiting to answer your questions. When you're ready to move forward, we'll get you scheduled for your first consultation. Before you know it, you'll be fitted for Invisalign and on your way to earning a gorgeous smile.
Are you craving a beautiful smile but feel like the time has passed for metal braces? You wouldn't be the first adult to ask that question, and you won't be the last. However, the truth is that roughly 25% of our orthodontic patients are adults, not children. At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, you're never too old for braces!
We want you to know that a stunning, healthy smile is attainable no matter how many birthdays you've had. Our orthodontist in Huntersville, NC, offers braces that are perfect for busy working adults. If you decide that adult braces are the way to go, you have plenty of options to consider.
From traditional metal braces that offer reliable results to more popular Invisalign treatments, a new smile is more attainable than you might imagine. During your initial visit at Chad Johnson Orthodontics, your doctor will review all of your treatment options and help you choose a plan best suited to your needs.
Just about everybody understands that a straighter smile is more appealing aesthetically than having unhealthy teeth. However, not everyone knows that properly aligned teeth actually improve your overall oral health. Here are just a few reasons why so many adults in Huntersville are changing the way they think about using adult braces:
Better Oral Health: When you have bad oral hygiene, there are a number of concerning health risks to consider. Misaligned teeth can cause bacteria to build up. Over time, harmful bacteria wreak havoc on your teeth, creating problems like tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. Thankfully, orthodontic treatments are available that can help avoid severe tooth decay, gum recession, and bone loss. You can even reduce and prevent irregular tooth enamel loss stemming from TMD and TMJ.
More Confidence: If you're feeling self-conscious about how your teeth look, you're the only one. Millions of Americans aren't happy with their oral aesthetics. Luckily, adult braces help restore confidence and can give you a smile you're proud to show off. Studies show that when you like the way your teeth look, you'll be more likely to smile. This simple act reduces stress, makes you feel happier, and can even improve your mental health. Plus, it makes people around you feel great too!
Enjoy More Foods: If you have never had serious oral issues, you might not know that eating can be painful with misaligned teeth. Adult braces can straighten your teeth and correct under and overbites for patients with severely crooked or crowded teeth. When you don't have to worry about painful chewing or biting, life is better, and you can enjoy the experience of eating any delicious meal you'd like.
Less Bad Breath: Few things are nastier than someone talking to you with bad breath. We've all been there, but it is never any less embarrassing when someone tries to subtlety offer you a mint. What most folks don't know is that misaligned teeth and bad breath go hand-in-hand. When your teeth are overcrowded or crooked, bacteria find their way between your teeth where toothbrushes can't reach. Over time, that bacteria builds up, and your breath begins to smell. When left unchecked, these bacteria can cause serious oral health problems.
Improved Speech: Having crooked teeth can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. Unfortunately, they can also affect your day-to-day speech. If you're having problems pronouncing words because your teeth are severely misaligned, adult braces can legitimately change your life. This fact is especially true for working professionals who take part in Zoom calls, speak publicly, or work over the phone. If this sounds like you, speak to our trusted Invisalign orthodontist in Huntersville, NC, about discreet ways to improve your speech and oral health at the same time.
Your child's early and teen years are a great time to consider braces. According to The American Association of Orthodontists, the best time for a child to have their first orthodontic treatment is by seven. With early orthodontic treatment, you have the chance to find and correct oral issues before they become more serious. Doing so gives your child a leg-up on other kids their age while saving you time and money in the long run.
The primary goal of early orthodontic treatments is to:
Depending on how your child's teeth develop, they may need additional orthodontic care after their permanent teeth have formed.
A few common orthodontic problems that may require treatment for children include:
The best way to learn whether your child will need early treatment is to consult with your orthodontist in Huntersville, NC. Dr. Johnson, Dr. Martin C. Avey, Dr. Alexandra D. Best, and Dr. Neal Patel are all highly trained to spot subtle problems, even in children under ten. During your child's initial consultation, you can expect one of three outcomes:
If early orthodontic treatment is needed, we will create a personalized treatment plan for your child so you know exactly what lies ahead.
Our orthodontic practice in Huntersville does things a little differently than others. Our doctors want to get to know you, your family, and your oral health goals. With more than 30 years of combined experience, we know that each smile our doctors help create is as unique as the person it belongs to.
That's why our practice offers several orthodontic solutions customized to your individual orthodontic needs. If you're a new patient, we know you probably have important questions that need answers. That's why new patients always receive a complimentary orthodontic consultation, so you can learn about the best treatment options for your budget and lifestyle.
At the end of the day, our goal is to make access to orthodontic treatment as available, effective, and easy as possible. Come experience why so many children, teens, and adults trust Chad Johnson Orthodontics with their oral health needs. We'd love to get to know you and your smile better today!
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Colonial Pipeline has announced that a permit they were seeking for a water treatment system near a massive gas leak site has been approved.The approval comes nearly three years since the leak was discovered in the Oehler Nature Preserve near Huntersville-Concord Road and Asbury Chapel Road.For breaking news sent straight to your inbox >> ...
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Colonial Pipeline has announced that a permit they were seeking for a water treatment system near a massive gas leak site has been approved.
The approval comes nearly three years since the leak was discovered in the Oehler Nature Preserve near Huntersville-Concord Road and Asbury Chapel Road.
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On August 14, 2020, two teens discovered the leak. The Colonial Pipeline, which runs from Texas to New Jersey, has a path that takes it straight through the Charlotte area.
Colonial has said a ‘through-wall crack’ in the pipeline, a section of which was replaced following the leak’s discovery, led to the gas seeping out.
While initially estimated to be tens of thousands of gallons, Colonial’s ultimate estimation of the amount of gas leaked was 2,000,000 gallons.
As of March 2023, approximately 1,753,111 gallons had been recovered.
Colonial has placed a number of monitoring and recovery wells at the site of the leak. Monitoring wells continue to show benzene levels, a fuel component, to be thousands of times what would be considered normal.
The approval of the plant allows Colonial to address a growing problem with the cleanup — the fact that the gas has seeped lower into the ground than initially thought and has been in contact with groundwater.
Since the leak’s discovery, the company has pumped the mixture of gas and water out and trucked it away from the site to be separated out.
However, the plant would now allow the mixture of water and gas to be recovered on site, with water going back out into nearby Cane Creek.
Colonial has previously said the treatment plant, if approved, would speed up recovery and would be there for the length of the remediation.
Colonial Pipeline has faced intense criticism for the leak from Huntersville residents since 2020. Queen City News spoke extensively with people who live near the site, some of whom have since moved away as a result of the clean-up process.
Many people are worried about the long-term effects on well water systems. Colonial has noted that the leak has not affected the testing of nearby well-water systems.
Colonial Pipeline officials have continuously stated that they “remained committed to protecting public health and safety.”
In a statement on the approval of the on-site treatment plant, Colonial Pipeline said:
“Colonial appreciates NCDEQ’s thorough permit review and decision, which will enable us to speed up product recovery, limit underground migration, and minimize truck traffic on public roadways. Our focus remains on safely recovering product and remediating the site, and we will continue working closely with environmental agencies and local leaders to ensure our operations meet or exceed regulatory requirements.”
NCDOT says it made changes to the intersection of Mount Holly-Huntersville Road in HuntersvilleHUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - It’s a traffic story WBTV has been covering since last November, and now there is an update.After a lot of complaints from drivers and its own investigation, NCDOT says it made changes to the intersection of Mount Holly-Huntersville Road and Hambright Road in Huntersville. NCDOT now says that since it made changes there, it has received no complaints from drivers.“I’ve definitely se...
NCDOT says it made changes to the intersection of Mount Holly-Huntersville Road in Huntersville
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - It’s a traffic story WBTV has been covering since last November, and now there is an update.
After a lot of complaints from drivers and its own investigation, NCDOT says it made changes to the intersection of Mount Holly-Huntersville Road and Hambright Road in Huntersville. NCDOT now says that since it made changes there, it has received no complaints from drivers.
“I’ve definitely seen a lot of close calls, I’ve definitely been a part of them sometimes,” driver Tara Peace said in November.
“We take these very seriously, so it is a top priority for us,” said NCDOT division 10 traffic engineer Zach Gardner said in November.
NCDOT concluded that change was needed.
“We have made some updates late last year based on the traffic volumes at the intersection – they were high enough to warrant some modifications,” NCDOT told WBTV. “Previously on Mt. Holly Huntersville, vehicles would have a green light to go through. Now, drivers have a flashing yellow arrow to yield to oncoming traffic when turning left, or a protected green arrow to turn left. There will also be a protected right turn for drivers coming from side streets to Mt. Holly Huntersville.”
Has it helped? Drivers had mixed reactions to that question.
“Actually yeah,” said Devin Palmer. “See, as of right now as of 12 o’clock everybody is getting ready to go to lunch and there’s no line there right now, so, guess so.”
“The changes that they’ve made haven’t really affected it,” said driver Donna Harris. “It’s still a dangerous intersection. The problem is they don’t have the turn lanes…until they have turn lanes, it’s going to be a nightmare.”
It is a very busy intersection, more so during the school year with several schools and new neighborhoods within a mile. More development is on the way, too, and that will mean more traffic.
Donna Harris is hopeful that the scope of the development and the added traffic will mean even more changes could be on the way to this intersection.
“I think it’s going to be absolutely fantastic once these new developments get off the ground here. There’s several slated pretty much for all the corners plus the new distribution center and CATS terminal over there,” Harris said. “Yes there’s going to be more traffic but that also means they are going to correct the roads properly to be able to handle more people.”
NCDOT added that for now, no more changes are planned, but added “if any development happens in the future, that may change.”
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A Lake Norman developer will lay out plans to the community next week for an $800-million mixed-use community in Huntersville featuring a 40-acre “modern lifestyle beach resort” with a 10-acre freshwater lagoon.The “crown jewel” of the private-members...
A Lake Norman developer will lay out plans to the community next week for an $800-million mixed-use community in Huntersville featuring a 40-acre “modern lifestyle beach resort” with a 10-acre freshwater lagoon.
The “crown jewel” of the private-membership Lagoona Bay Beach Club will be the tropical-style lagoon, surrounded by beaches, sun lounges and green spaces, Cornelius developer Jake Palillo said.
The development will spread east of Interstate 77 Huntersville exit 25 along N.C. 73/Sam Furr Road, Westmoreland Road, Black Farms Road and McCord Road, town planning documents show.
The tract is more than five times the size of Huntersville’s iconic Birkdale Village mixed-use community off the other side of the exit.
“It’s an amazing, exciting project,” Palillo told The Charlotte Observer on Wednesday.
The club will be within a planned 270-acre residential development on Sam Furr Road that will include 250 custom, single-family homes. Other properties in the development will house 320 luxury apartments, 200 town homes and 412 luxury condos, according to the developer’s plans.
Created with patented technology licensed from Miami-based Crystal Lagoons, the Huntersville lagoon will be “sustainable and eco-friendly,” using up to 100 times fewer chemicals and just 2% of the energy required by a conventional swimming pool, he said.
The resort will include a 200-room luxury hotel, with private-access outdoor pools and a rooftop fine dining restaurant and cocktail lounge overlooking the lagoon. A convention center also is planned.
A trolley will get swimmers and bathers to and from the lagoon, according to project documents at the Huntersville Planning Department.
Planned recreational facilities and activities include swimming pools; unlimited water sports; tennis and pickleball courts; a basketball court; and a sports field. Also planned are an indoor-outdoor fitness center; health and wellness spa; yoga, pilates, aerobics and dance classes; and greenway trails for walking, jogging and biking.
Food and beverage options also will include beach-side bites and a coffee bistro; a family food court; and swim-up bars at the lagoon.
Remote-work areas will be central to the club, Palillo said, with shared co-working spaces, desks and meeting rooms. Study halls, computer labs and creative spaces will be available to students, and camps and classes will be held weekly. Child care for 3 to 12 year olds will be available up to four hours a day.
Palillo is undertaking the project with his son, Jake Palillo Jr., and son-in-law Brock Hullinger, in partnership with Housing Studios architects and Urban Design Partners landscape architects. Pending zoning approval, construction is expected to start in early 2024, Palillo said.
Palillo’s Huntersville community meeting is scheduled for 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, at 1994 University City Church Drive in Huntersville.
A public hearing on his rezoning request is tentatively scheduled for June 5 at Town Hall, 101 Huntersville-Concord Road.
The request is tentatively scheduled to go before the Huntersville Planning Board June 27 and the Huntersville Board of Commissioners July 17, both at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall.
This story was originally published April 19, 2023, 3:50 PM.
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - A beach resort with a tropical-style lagoon could soon sit smack dab in the middle of Huntersville.A developer is laying out plans for an $800 million mixed-use community spanning 270 acres.It would include a 200-room luxury hotel and conference center, 250 custom single-family homes, luxury apartments, townhomes, and condos.At the center of the dev...
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - A beach resort with a tropical-style lagoon could soon sit smack dab in the middle of Huntersville.
A developer is laying out plans for an $800 million mixed-use community spanning 270 acres.
It would include a 200-room luxury hotel and conference center, 250 custom single-family homes, luxury apartments, townhomes, and condos.
At the center of the development, there would be a private Lagoona Bay Club with a 10-acre freshwater lagoon. The proposed project would sit east of Interstate 77, partially along Sam Furr Road.
“We’ve been researching these crystal lagoons for probably six or seven years right now and looking for the right place to put it,” Jake Palillo, the developer with Bi-Part Development LLC, said.
Palillo says this is a central location with something to offer for the whole family.
“A modern project that kind of fits today’s lifestyle for people,” he said.
Palillo also plans to put in a trolley system to bring guests to and from the lagoon.
Neighbor Pam Deal says she has lived in Huntersville for 35 years and this would mean saying goodbye to her quiet, rural lifestyle. Her backyard connects to the land where this development would take place.
“We expected the farm someday maybe to be developed into a neighborhood, but the plans that we saw were absolutely shocking,” Deal said.
She worries about traffic along Sam Furr Road and in her own neighborhood.
“When the lagoon is operating at full capacity they will have a hard time getting into their neighborhood, so they will now use our neighborhood as a cut-through,” Deal said.
Her concerns were taken to Palillo, and he said there will always be naysayers.
“Are we going to stay in the house and not have any activities and not have a quality of life because of traffic?” he asked.
But for another neighbor, Jorge Moya, the potential traffic might not be worth it.
“The lake itself provides a series of activities by itself. I don’t see why we would have to have an amusement park added to that?” Moya said. “I don’t see the need really.”
Everyone will have the chance to voice their opinions next week when Palillo holds a community meeting. Town planning staff will also be there.
That meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, at 6:30 p.m. at 1994 University City Church Drive in Huntersville.
The $800 million dollar mixed-use community would span 270 acres.
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HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — The developer behind an $800 million Huntersville project is suing two private citizens over critical social media comments.Violet Clarke and Noelle Burton say Jake Palillo, the developer of the Lagoona Bay project, is trying to intimidate and bully them with these libel lawsuits.“I’m not backing down,” resident Violet Clarke said. “He can send me 10 of these. I’m not backing down.”“Everything I said was true and I still stand behind it,” Burton s...
HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — The developer behind an $800 million Huntersville project is suing two private citizens over critical social media comments.
Violet Clarke and Noelle Burton say Jake Palillo, the developer of the Lagoona Bay project, is trying to intimidate and bully them with these libel lawsuits.
“I’m not backing down,” resident Violet Clarke said. “He can send me 10 of these. I’m not backing down.”
“Everything I said was true and I still stand behind it,” Burton said.
Lagoona Bay is a 270-acre project proposed for Sam Furr, Westmoreland, Black Farms and McCord Roads. It would include a hotel, 250 single-family homes, plus dozens of apartments, townhomes and condos. Plans also call for a resort-style lagoon. The membership fee would be $10,000 with 1,500 memberships. The Huntersville Town Board will host a public hearing on the project Monday at the Huntersville Recreation Center.
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Clarke started a Change.org petition against the project. It has more than 4,000 signatures.
“He picked the wrong two,” she said. “We are going all the way. He picked the wrong two to bully.”
The libel suits take aim at posts made on social media by the two women.
Clarke and Burton are opposed to the project but say everything they shared online is true and there was no actual malice behind their statements.
Palillo is accusing Burton of launching a “smear campaign” and said in the lawsuit that she is trying to “destroy his reputation in the community.”
The lawsuit states she made a comment on social media claiming he “is greedy and doesn’t follow through with any of his projects.”
Palillo also accuses Clarke of launching a “smear campaign.” He says she made posts that said in part “he’s not for the community at all. He’s for himself and his greedy family.”
“I stand behind everything 100 percent,” Burton said. “Nothing was malicious. He was just after me because I talked on social media.”
Palillo declined an interview but sent Eyewitness News Reporter Joe Bruno a statement.
“Social media is a place to exchange opinions, and express views,” he said. “Free speech is our right and social media is not a weapon to make false statements, tell lies or slander people.”
Burton and Clarke have hired attorneys and expect the case to be dismissed. Elon Law Professor Enrique Armijo says the court will be looking into whether they intentionally said false statements with reckless disregard for the truth. Armijo reviewed the lawsuit filed against Burton.
He says courts are careful to distinguish between opinion and verifiably false facts
“I think this is going to be pretty difficult for the plaintiff here, the developer, to show that these statements actually harm their reputation,” he said.
Palillo is seeking more than $25,000 in damages.
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