By Kathy Brown.
Kelly Family Orthodontics in Middletown (561 Saybrook Road) is owned by Drs. Michael and Gillian Kelly of Haddam. We profiled their business back in 2017 in this article. Since then, Dr. Jeffrey Bert, who started the business over 30 years ago, also of Haddam, retired in 2019.
According to the press release from the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce, “Fall 2019 brought the realization of another dream for Drs. Gillian and Mike. Recognizing a desire to reinvest in the Middletown community, and to provide their patients with an experience second to none, the doctors undertook a full-scale renovation and remodel of the Middletown office. ” Mike and Gillian decided that they “really wanted to put our own stamp on the space,” explained Mike. “But the changes in the layout make it more functional as well. It is a modern, open look.” To do that, they removed most of the attic, and opened up the ceilings for a vaulted look, which makes everything feel bigger inside.
They celebrated a grand re-opening and ribbon cutting with the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, then held an open house on Thursday, Feb. 20 for customers past and present, as well as the community.
The look is the only thing that changed. “Same team, same treatment, same business practices,” said Mike. Two of my children had their orthodontics done when it was solely Dr. Bert’s practice, and my youngest had her orthodontia completed after the business was purchased by the Kellys. I can attest that is the same warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the same attention to detail as before. If anything, the practice has become more friendly, though it was plenty friendly before. The staff is very professional, and explain what is happening each step on the way to giving you or your child their best smile.
If you’re looking for orthodontia care in the area, stop by Kelly Family Orthodontics in Middletown. According to the press release, “Patients will realize the doctors’ dream of being treated like ‘part of the family’ as they continue to receive the highest level of unique, individual orthodontic care, while enjoying an updated, comfortable space.”
Photo of ribbon cutting courtesy of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce. All other photos by Kathy Brown.
