Orthodontic laser therapy in Mount Laurel, NJ is a precise, gentle tool Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht use alongside braces and aligner treatment — not instead of it. Rather than replacing your orthodontic plan, laser therapy supports it: reshaping gum tissue, exposing more of a tooth’s surface when needed, and speeding up healing after certain procedures.

One common use is gum contouring for teeth that look shorter than they are because of extra gum tissue covering them. A quick laser treatment can reveal more of the natural tooth, which often makes a real difference in how a smile looks once braces or Invisalign are finished.

Laser therapy is also used to create small, precise openings in gum tissue to place TAD devices — the small anchorage devices sometimes needed for more complex tooth movement. Compared to older methods, patients typically experience less discomfort and faster healing.

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Here’s how orthodontic laser therapy works at our Mount Laurel office:

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    Evaluation during your treatment plan

    Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht identifies whether laser therapy would help your specific case — for gum contouring, TAD placement, or another soft-tissue need.

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    Quick, in-office procedure

    Most laser procedures are brief and performed right in our Mount Laurel office.

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    Minimal downtime

    Thanks to the precision of the laser, healing is typically faster and more comfortable than older soft-tissue techniques.

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    Continue your treatment plan

    Laser therapy supports your existing braces or aligner treatment — it doesn’t restart or delay it.

Where Laser Therapy Helps

Laser gum recontouring in Mount Laurel, NJ

Reveals more of your natural tooth when excess gum tissue is covering it, often improving the final look of your smile.

TAD placement support

Creates precise, small openings in gum tissue to place TAD devices with less discomfort.

Faster healing

Compared to traditional methods, laser procedures tend to heal faster and more comfortably.

Laser Therapy FAQs

Does laser therapy replace braces or Invisalign?

No — it’s a supporting tool used alongside your existing treatment plan, not a replacement for it.

Is laser gum contouring painful?

Most patients report minimal discomfort, and healing is typically faster than with older soft-tissue methods.

Will I need laser therapy as part of my treatment?

Not every patient does — Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht will let you know if it would benefit your specific case.

How long does a laser procedure take?

Most are quick, in-office procedures completed in a single visit.

Is laser therapy safe?

Yes — it’s a precise, well-established technique used by dental and orthodontic providers for soft-tissue procedures.

For more on how laser technology is used safely in dental care, see the Academy of Laser Dentistry.

Gum Contouring Orthodontist Near Me? We Serve South Jersey

Soft tissue laser dentistry can support faster orthodontic healing and a more balanced smile. Patients ask about laser therapy for braces and aligners from these nearby towns:

Marlton, NJ

Marlton patients can ask about laser therapy with our orthodontist Marlton NJ team.

Moorestown, NJ

Moorestown patients are a quick 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.

Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht use orthodontic laser therapy selectively, only when it genuinely benefits your treatment plan — never as an upsell.

Curious whether laser therapy fits into your treatment plan?

Ask at your free consultation.

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