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Embrace Orthodontics
Dr. Catherine McLeod is your trusted and experienced Halifax and Bridgewater orthodontist. Dr. McLeod and our team care about your health and happiness, and we want you to have a wonderful orthodontic experience. We provide family-friendly care for adults, teens, and children, and we believe that everybody deserves the opportunity to have a beautiful smile.

Our team is known for our caring, generous staff who works hard every day to create one-of-a-kind smiles, and make dreams come true. A certified Invisalign(R) clear aligner provider, Dr. McLeod also offers clear braces, Radiance brackets, AcceleDent(R) Aura, Damon(R) Smile, Empower(R) Self-Ligating Braces and traditional metal braces, which gives patients a variety of customized treatment options.
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We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
At our orthodontic practice, we work hard to treat our patients the same way we would like to be treated: with respect, professionalism, and sensitivity toward our needs. We understand the expectations of the patients and families we serve, and we do everything we can to make sure each patient has an exceptional experience at our practice.
A Dalhousie alum and honours graduate, Dr. McLeod received her Bachelor of Science and Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Dalhousie University in 2006, where she was recognized with awards for her clinical research achievements. After her dental training, she completed a one-year, full-time pediatric dental residency at the Toronto Hospital for Sick Children where she provided dental care for children with medical complications and special needs.
A GUIDE TO YOUR OFFICE VISIT AT EMBRACE ORTHODONTICS that we request is followed at EACH APPOINTMENT. Let us know when you arrive by calling or texting the office, do not come into the office. When you come in, you will have a forehead temperature check and will be asked to disinfect your hands. We may look a bit different when we see you.
A successful practice doesn't just happen; it is the result of a strong commitment to excellence in the professional community and in the relationships we build with our patients and colleagues. We appreciate the confidence you've placed in us to provide you with the complete care you need, and we thank you for recommending our practice to your friends and family.
Reviews (10)
John Carson
John Carson
Sep 17, 2021
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The idea of braces and a double jaw surgery felt very daunting, however I decided to proceed for functional purposes and entrusted myself to Dr. McLeod and her amazing staff at Embrace Orthodontics. For just over 3 years I was blessed with an amazing level of professional service that always felt inviting and comforting. Pre-surgery and post-surgery, they prepared me for everything and made sure that I was always taken care of. Now I have completed my journey and what was rationalized as a necessary treatment for functional purposes has proven to have been well worth the time and investment, and
Erin Emino
Erin Emino
Aug 24, 2021
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Catherine and staff have been so wonderful to my daughter while having her braces on! Any issues or problems we had they were quick to get Kennedy in to be seen. Her teeth look phenomenal!
Susan Daley
Susan Daley
Aug 03, 2021
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I would highly recommend Embrace Orthodonics after completing treatment to straighten my teeth. I’m nearing 72 years of age and made the decision to do it so that I wouldn’t have any regrets. Life often gets in the way of getting started on things but I have proven “ it’s never too late.” Dr. Mc Leod once asked how long I’d had the braces on and I replied jokingly, “ Long enough to have a baby.” She laughed but what a surprise when after a Covid shutdown I learned she’d had a baby. The staff at her Bridgewater clinic are fantastic and made the process a pleasant experience.
Mandy Tomsons
Mandy Tomsons
Jun 30, 2021
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I am currently seeing Dr. Mcleod to fix my teeth. It's been a process but I know in the end, the results will be remarkable and so far, I'm glad my mouth is in great hands. Definitely worth the 5 stars. I'm eager to see the results. :)
Darlene Terris
Darlene Terris
Aug 08, 2020
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I am a senior citizen who had doubts about having Invisalign braces but my family urged me to have it done. Only one year later my teeth are straight and I was amazed at how easy it was. Both my daughters think my teeth look awesome and I am extremely happy now that I had it done. It’s never too late! Dr. McLeod and her staff are so kind and thoughtful. I actually enjoyed my visits and will miss seeing them.
Forbes Blain
Forbes Blain
Jun 24, 2020
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Have Invisalign braces with them, I have another half a year in them then I am done.
I am so happy with the results already, I can smile with confidence. Anytime I have a question the staff could not be more accommodating. Highly recommend.
Danielle Veniot
Danielle Veniot
Aug 26, 2019
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I finally decided to fix my teeth at the age 30, Dr Mcleod and her entire team was amazing through the whole process. Having braces will always be challenging but dealing with all of the wonderful women at embrace made the experience so much easier. I love my final results, I never thought my teeth could look this good. Thank you so much, Embrace!
Claire Cook
Claire Cook
Jun 25, 2019
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I had a great experience with my braces. All of the workers were very nice and gentle when taking off the brackets and putting them back on. they also have lots of different colors for your brackets and elastics. overall. everthing went well and was great.
Zelda Benvie
Zelda Benvie
Oct 09, 2018
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My Daughter had a wonderful experience, she had a very stubborn space between her 2 front teeth, and Dr McLeod did not give up until it was perfect. It has been close to 4 years to make my daughters teeth perfect and all was included. She is so happy with the results. It really is worth it.
A. Edwards
A. Edwards
Sep 25, 2018
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It's never too late! Braces are not just for kids. At the age of 36, I decided to finally get my teeth fixed up for my upcoming wedding. I had some bad crowding, an extra tooth messing things up, and my bite was very misaligned. Dr. Catherine McLeod and her team were amazing. Efficient, professional, and thorough are the top 3 words that come to mind in describing them, and with orthodontics I'd say those are the best words to be associated with. If you're an adult and don't like your teeth - closed mouth smiles, covering your mouth when you laugh - then give it a try. You won't be disappointed