About Us

People are our passion, smiles are our specialty, & caring is our culture.

A beautiful, healthy smile creates heightened self-esteem and confidence that lasts a lifetime. At Klein Orthodontics, this is the very reason we opened our doors. We strive every day to be your trusted Southern Illinois choice to give you the smile you deserve.

With more than 60 years of combined experience, Dr. Christopher Klein and Dr. Brian Klein, along with our caring team, have built a reputation for creating lasting, excellent results. We are confident about our high-tech approach to patient care, but are most proud of our renowned hospitality and family-friendly environment.

Meet Dr. Brian Klein

Approach

Dr. Brian’s approach to orthodontic care prioritizes patient comfort and hospitality throughout the process as well as efficiency, attention to detail, and stunning results.. His appreciation for both the scientific and artistic sides of smile design give Klein Orthodontics patients world-class care right here in Southern Illinois.

Credentials

Following in his father’s footsteps, Dr. Brian attended Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, and graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine with honors. He earned his Master of Science in orthodontics from St. Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education. Committed to continuing his education, Dr. Brian earns more than 50 continuing education credits a year by attending conferences and workshops.

Personal

Dr. Brian moved back to his hometown of Mt. Vernon after living in St. Louis for seven years to complete dental school and his orthodontic residency. He and his wife Jane love spending time with their five young children, Eddie, Marie, Eloise, Bridget and Charlie. They are very happy and content with their life in Southern Illinois.

Meet Dr. Christopher Klein

Approach

Dr. Klein and Dr. Brian share the same philosophy as it relates to orthodontic care. They believe in a “patient-first” approach that puts the person, instead of the teeth, at the center of the process.

Credentials

Dr. Klein attended Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in Alton for his Doctorate of Dental Medicine. After graduation, he completed a two-year residency at the St. Louis University Department of Orthodontics, where he earned his Master of Science in orthodontics. Dr. Klein remains current in all facets of the orthodontic field by taking more than 50 hours of continuing education each year.

Personal

Dr. Klein resides in Mount Vernon with his wife Dianne. They enjoy many family activities with their son Brian and daughter-in-law Jane, including golfing, boating, and traveling. They also stay very busy loving (and babysitting) their five grandchildren, Eddie, Marie, Eloise, Bridget and Charlie.

Meet the Dream Team

Our Office

Community Involvement

We are proud to give back to our community through sponsorships and initiatives like our Smiles of Hope program and the Brennan Klein Memorial Scholarship.

Dr. Klein and Dr. Brian also support many local youth groups and Christian organizations, including the YMCA, Brennan Klein Field Foundation, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Angels on Assignment, and United Methodist Children’s Home – just to name a few!

In addition, Klein Orthodontics owns a photo booth that we are happy to loan out to local partners. It is ideal for events such as school parties, dances, team banquets, charity fundraisers, church events, etc. Each picture taken can be texted to whoever you choose and we also have the ability to share all of the photos with the organizer within a few days after the event. Due to the large volume of requests, please try to contact us well in advance of your planned event. Inquiries, availability, and scheduling can be made via email contact with our Photo Booth Coordinator, Katie.