Your orthodontic experience should feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. At Ellie Orthodontics, we take a whole-picture approach to every smile, looking not only at how your teeth align but also how you breathe, sleep, and feel. We offer orthodontics with heart and intention, powered by advanced technology and a team that truly loves what they do.Find out what our orthodontic services can do for you.
What Brings You In? Crowding, spacing, and crooked teeth
Overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites
Narrow arches or jaws that need more room to grow
Airway concerns like mouth breathing or sleep-related issues
Jaw discomfort, popping, or bite-related TMJ symptoms
Services Metal braces are more comfortable and efficient than ever. At Ellie Orthodontics, we use modern braces and custom digital setups to create a smooth, precise experience for kids, teens, and adults.
Custom digital planning makes bracket placement incredibly accurate Treatment feels smoother and more comfortable than traditional metal braces Our San Clemente location makes appointments convenient for South OC families Clear braces offer a discreet alternative to traditional metal. Made from tooth-colored ceramic, these braces blend in with your smile while delivering the same trusted results. Perfect for teens and adults who want something low-profile.
Tooth-colored ceramic brackets look subtle and polished They offer the strength of braces with a more discreet appearance Custom clear braces allow for precise digital treatment planning Clear ceramic braces are ideal for professional adults and self-conscious teens Clear Aligners offer a comfortable, removable, and nearly invisible way to straighten teeth. As certified Clear Aligners providers, Ellie Orthodontics provides a nearly invisible way to straighten teeth for kids, teens, and adults.
Clear Aligners are smooth, removable, and easy to clean Eating, brushing, and flossing stay simple throughout treatment Fewer office visits with our San Clemente and Rancho Mission Viejo locations Clear aligners fit seamlessly into busy lifestyles Kids orthodontics focuses on gentle, growth-guided care that supports healthy smiles and healthy habits from the start. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children see an orthodontist by age 7, and we make that first visit fun and stress-free.
We evaluate jaw growth, airway health, and eruption patterns early Kid-friendly options include Invisalign First, Wild Smiles brackets, expanders, and more We create simple, clear treatment plans that fit busy family schedules Early orthodontic treatment can prevent more complex issues later
Expanders & Jaw Development
Palatal expanders and jaw development treatment at Ellie Orthodontics helps create space, balance the bite, and support healthy breathing. We offer both traditional RPE expanders for children and advanced MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) for teens and adults—a specialized treatment most orthodontists don't offer.
Kids benefit from gentle, effective RPE expanders for palatal expansion Teens and adults have access to advanced MSE/MARPE expanders MARPE can achieve skeletal expansion in adults when traditional expanders can't Digital planning makes each expander as comfortable and effective as possible We're one of the few practices in Orange County offering adult palatal expansion
Airway-Focused Orthodontics
Ellie Orthodontics is one of the only airway-focused orthodontic practice in South Orange County. We use advanced imaging and comprehensive evaluations to understand how breathing, jaw growth, and smile development work together. If your child is a mouth breather, snores, or has sleep concerns, airway orthodontics may help.
We screen for airway obstruction, sleep-disordered breathing, mouth breathing, and growth concerns Treatment options include expanders, functional appliances, and orthodontic approaches that open the airway We collaborate with ENTs, sleep physicians, pediatricians, and myofunctional therapists Airway-focused treatment addresses root causes, not just symptoms Our approach can improve breathing, sleep quality, and overall health—not just straighten teeth Surgical orthodontics (orthognathic surgery) can help when the jaws need more than braces alone to achieve proper balance, function, or better breathing. Ellie Orthodontics coordinates your entire treatment journey with trusted oral surgeons in Orange County.
We guide you through the surgical orthodontic process step by step Your orthodontic and surgical treatment plan is fully coordinated Results can dramatically improve jaw function, facial balance, and quality of life Surgical orthodontics may also help resolve airway and breathing issues TMJ treatment at Ellie Orthodontics addresses jaw pain, clicking, popping, and discomfort with a personalized, root-cause approach. Many TMJ symptoms are connected to bite alignment and jaw position—issues an orthodontist is uniquely qualified to treat.
TMJ treatment options include splints, orthodontic appliances, braces, or clear aligners We focus on relieving jaw strain and improving long-term function Treatment plans are tailored to the root cause of your TMJ symptoms We work collaboratively with other specialists when needed Orthodontic retainers keep your smile looking its best long after braces or clear aligner treatment is complete. At Ellie Orthodontics, we offer a Retainers for Life program to protect your investment.
We offer Hawley retainers, Essix clear retainers, Vivera retainers, and bonded permanent retainers Each retainer type is customized to your lifestyle and maintenance preferences Our retainer program preserves the investment you've made in your smile Replacement retainers are easy to order from our San Clemente or Rancho Mission Viejo office Not sure what treatment is for you?
We’ll walk you through every option, from braces to clear aligners, so you feel confident in your choice. Our team makes the process simple, clear, and stress-free.
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