Education & Experience
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Dr. McLagan is proud to be a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. He continues engaging in professional development and collaborative learning to help you get the absolute best care possible. He is also a board-certified orthodontist—a distinction that not all dentists or orthodontists hold. Achieving board certification requires additional training, testing, and a commitment to the highest standards of patient care, which Dr. McLagan pursued to ensure his patients receive expert treatment.
As the founder of Teach Teeth, an initiative he launched during his time at Pepperdine University, Dr. McLagan has worked to educate underserved Hispanic communities about the importance of oral hygiene. Teach Teeth hosts educational presentations in English and Spanish.
Memberships & Affiliations
Dr. McLagan is proud to be a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. He continues engaging in professional development and collaborative learning to help you get the absolute best care possible.
As the founder of Teach Teeth, an initiative he launched during his time at Pepperdine University, Dr. McLagan has worked to educate underserved Hispanic communities about the importance of oral hygiene. Teach Teeth hosts educational presentations in English and Spanish.
Dr. McLagan is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. While that’s not an achievement that every orthodontist has, Dr. McLagan did for his patients. He also serves on the Board of the Chattanooga Area Dental Society, and is the Vice-President of the Tennessee Valley Dental Study Club.
Outside of the Office
Dr. Raymond McLagan is proud to call Scenic City home. After meeting his wife and college sweetheart, Mary Claire, at Pepperdine University, the couple chose to settle in Chattanooga, Mary Claire’s hometown. Her family’s deep roots in the area, including her father, who is an oral surgeon in town, made the move a natural and meaningful fit.
Dr. McLagan’s greatest joy comes from spending time with his family outside the office. He and Mary Claire have been inseparable since their graduation and marriage in 2017, and together they’re now raising two wonderful children: their one-year-old son, Coleman, and their newborn daughter, Cecilia May. Completing the family is Odie, their loyal and energetic dog who ensures there is never a dull moment at home.
When he’s not transforming smiles, Dr. McLagan enjoys an active and adventurous lifestyle. You can often find him playing with his kids, hitting the tennis courts, running, biking, or exploring the scenic hiking trails around Chattanooga.
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Dr. Denny Standifer
Education and Continuing Education
Dr. Standifer graduated from the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga with his undergraduate degree and continued on to UT College of Dentistry where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He practiced general dentistry for 12 years before returning to specialize in orthodontics, earning a certificate in the specialty of orthodontic training from Howard University in Washington D.C.
Aside from his formal education, Dr. Standifer continues to invest in orthodontic education for the benefit of his patients through numerous forms of continuing education. He attends dental seminars approved by the AAO and ADA and regularly reads journals to keep up with new technology and treatment options. Dr. Standifer is interested in new treatments that can help his patients achieve beautiful smiles and optimal function with patients’ comfort in mind.
Professional Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Chattanooga Area Dental Society
- Tennessee Regional Craniofacial Team at Erlanger Hospital
- Member of the Southern Association of Orthodontist
- Member of the Tennessee Association of Orthodontics
- Member of the Tennessee Dental Association
Outside the Office
Originally from Red Bank and a graduate of Red Bank High School, Dr. Standifer now resides in the Chattanooga area with his wife, Debbie. They have two daughters and two grandchildren. When he’s not in the office, Dr. Standifer can be found spending time with his family, playing golf, or enjoying the outdoors. He attends Red Bank Baptist Church.
Dr. Standifer realizes how much he and his family have been blessed, and he believes deeply in giving back to his community. He volunteered with Dixie Youth baseball where he coached, trained, and serves as a board member. He has also served since 2005 on the TN Regional Craniofacial team, helping patients with craniofacial deformities caused from birth defects and trauma.
