If your child, teen, or your own smile has a bite or jaw concern that goes beyond what typical braces or aligners can resolve on their own, advanced orthodontic treatment in Mount Laurel, NJ is what Ellis Orthodontics builds a plan around. Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht are both board-certified orthodontists, and they use that specialist training for the cases that need extra planning — significantly crowded or misaligned teeth, jaws that don’t meet evenly, and TMJ-related jaw discomfort.
“Advanced” doesn’t mean scarier. It means more customized. Some patients need functional appliance therapy to guide jaw growth, some need TMJ treatment with a custom appliance, and some need advanced clear aligner therapy engineered for more complex tooth movement than a standard aligner case. Dr. Ellis and Dr. Lekht diagnose which of these fits your situation, then build the plan around it — not the other way around. Other cases call for TAD devices for extra anchorage, orthodontic laser therapy for gum tissue, sleep apnea therapy with a custom oral appliance, or surgical orthodontics coordinated with an oral surgeon.
You don’t need a referral to start. If you’re searching for a specialist orthodontist near you in South Jersey because a general dentist flagged a bite issue, or because your child’s jaw seems to be developing unevenly, a consultation with our team is the right first step.
Here’s what a plan for complex bite correction in Mount Laurel, NJ typically looks like at Ellis Orthodontics:
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Comprehensive exam and imaging
Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht examines your bite, jaw joints, and tooth positioning, and takes digital images to see what’s driving the issue.
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Diagnosis and plan discussion
You’ll sit down in a private consultation room to go over exactly what’s happening and which advanced treatment approach fits, plus a realistic timeline and cost.
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Active treatment begins
This may mean a functional appliance, a TMJ appliance worn nightly, or advanced clear aligner therapy, depending on your diagnosis.
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Progress monitoring
Regular visits let the team track how your jaw and bite are responding and adjust the plan as needed, sometimes using TAD devices or laser therapy to support more complex movement.
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Retention
Once treatment goals are met, a retention plan protects the results.
Complex Bite Correction in Mount Laurel, NJ: Why Patients Choose Us
Two Specialist Doctors, One Plan
Dr. Ellis and Dr. Lekht are both board-certified orthodontists, so complex cases get two experienced sets of eyes, not a single generalist opinion.
TMJ Orthodontic Treatment
Jaw joint discomfort, clicking, or tension isn’t ignored — it’s factored into how your bite correction plan is designed from day one. See our dedicated TMJ treatment page for more.
Advanced Clear Aligner Therapy
For patients who want a discreet option, our team can plan more complex tooth and bite movement using advanced clear aligner therapy rather than defaulting straight to braces.
Advanced Orthodontics FAQs
What counts as “advanced” orthodontic treatment?
It generally means your bite, jaw alignment, or tooth crowding is complex enough that it needs a more customized plan than a standard braces or aligner case — for example, significant crowding, an uneven bite, or jaw joint (TMJ) symptoms.
Is advanced orthodontic treatment only for kids?
No. Teens and adults are treated too. Jaw and bite issues can be diagnosed and treated at almost any age, though earlier evaluation gives more options while jaws are still developing.
Can TMJ jaw pain be treated with orthodontics?
In many cases, yes — a custom appliance and bite adjustments can help reduce TMJ-related strain. See our TMJ treatment page for details, since more severe cases may also involve physical therapy or coordination with another provider.
Will I need surgery?
Most advanced orthodontic cases do not require surgery. A smaller number of patients with significant jaw discrepancies may be referred for surgical orthodontics — see our surgical orthodontics page for details on how that coordination works.
Can advanced cases still use clear aligners?
Often, yes. Advanced clear aligner therapy is designed for more complex tooth movement than typical aligner treatment, and Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht will tell you during your consultation whether your case qualifies.
How do I know if I need a specialist orthodontist instead of a general dentist?
If a dentist has flagged a bite, crowding, or jaw concern, or if you’re noticing jaw clicking, discomfort, or uneven wear, a consultation with a specialist orthodontist near you is the right next step — it’s free and there’s no obligation.
Advanced Orthodontic Care for South Jersey Communities
Searching for a “specialist orthodontist near me” for a complex case? As an orthodontic specialist South Jersey families trust, we see patients from these nearby towns:
Marlton, NJ
Marlton patients can meet our orthodontist Marlton NJ team.
Moorestown, NJ
Moorestown patients are a short drive away. Visit our orthodontist Moorestown NJ page.
Medford, NJ
Medford patients can learn more on our orthodontist Medford NJ page.
Cherry Hill, NJ
Cherry Hill patients can find details on our orthodontist Cherry Hill NJ page.
Every advanced treatment plan at Ellis Orthodontics is built by Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht, both board-certified orthodontists serving Mount Laurel and the surrounding South Jersey communities.
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