Ellis Orthodontics

• Private, locally owned orthodontic practice.
• Located in Dallas, Texas, serving families in Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Highland Park, Casa Linda and surrounding Dallas neighborhoods.
• Mission: to help people smile with confidence through ethical, personalized and expert orthodontic care.
• Patients: children, teens and adults.

Meet Dr. Christine P. Ellis

• Board-certified orthodontist (Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics).
• Education:
• B.A. in Biology from Southern Methodist University (SMU).
• DDS from Baylor College of Dentistry.
• Orthodontic specialty training and MSD from St. Louis University.
• Background:
• Practiced alongside her father and served on the faculty at UT Southwestern (UTSW) for around 15 years before opening Ellis Orthodontics in August 2015.
• Professional memberships include:
• American Association of Orthodontists.
• Southern Society of Orthodontics.
• Known for taking time to listen, explain treatment clearly and make patients feel heard, cared for and informed.

Our practice today

• Welcoming, down-to-earth environment with a small, dedicated team.
• Provides modern orthodontic treatment, including:
• Spark Clear Aligners.
• Damon self-ligating metal braces.
• Damon clear self-ligating braces.
• Forsus appliances when appropriate.
• Coordination with oral and maxillofacial surgeons for surgical orthodontic cases when needed.
• Every treatment plan is customized; there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Our core values

• Ethical – We do the right thing for each patient.
• Patient – We listen and respect every individual journey.
• Compassionate – We treat people the way we would want to be treated.
• Optimistic – We believe every smile has the potential for greatness.

Community

• Dr. Ellis is a long-time Dallas resident who enjoys biking around White Rock Lake and staying active in the Lakewood community.
• She enjoys spending time with her husband and family and is rooted in the local school communities.

Location and contact

• Conveniently located at the northwest corner of Mockingbird and Abrams, in the Tom Thumb shopping center in Dallas, Texas.
• Phone: (469) 478-2670
• Email: info@drellisorthodontics.com
• Website: https://www.drellisorthodontics.com/

Ellis Orthodontics provides comprehensive orthodontic care for children, teens and adults in Dallas, Texas. Treatment plans are customized for each patient based on their smile goals, bite, growth pattern and lifestyle.

Phase I Orthodontics (for kids)

• Early orthodontic treatment is offered for younger children whose jaws and teeth are still developing.
• Goals can include:
• Guiding jaw growth.
• Improving spacing and crowding.
• Addressing oral habits such as thumb sucking.
• Early evaluation helps determine whether treatment is recommended now or best delayed until more permanent teeth come in.

Teen Orthodontics

• Treatment options are designed to fit busy teen schedules and activities.
• Goals can include:
• Straightening teeth.
• Improving the bite.
• Building long-term confidence in their smile.
• Braces and aligners are both available, and Dr. Ellis will recommend the approach that fits each teen's needs.

Adult Orthodontics

• Healthy teeth can be moved at almost any age; many adult and even senior patients receive treatment.
• Common reasons adults seek orthodontic care include:
• Improving the appearance of their smile.
• Correcting long-standing bite issues.
• Making it easier to keep teeth clean and healthy.
• Treatment is planned to fit work, family and lifestyle needs.

Types of orthodontic appliances

Damon self‑ligating metal braces

• Ellis Orthodontics uses Damon self‑ligating metal brackets by Ormco.
• These braces are designed for efficient, safe and comfortable tooth movement.

Damon clear self‑ligating braces

• Clear Damon braces are an option for patients concerned about the appearance of metal braces.
• Made of porcelain and designed not to discolor or stain under normal use.
• Many adult patients can wear clear upper and lower braces; in some cases, clear braces are not recommended, and Dr. Ellis will advise what is appropriate.

Spark Clear Aligners

• Spark Clear Aligners by Ormco are offered for patients seeking a nearly invisible alternative to braces.
• Aligners are:
• Clear and removable.
• Worn as a series of custom plastic trays that move teeth gradually into position.
• Planned with specialized computer software using a virtual model of the bite.
• Clear aligners work best for mild to moderate bite problems. Dr. Ellis will let you know if you are a good candidate for Spark aligner treatment.

Forsus appliances and complex bite correction

• Forsus appliances may be used in selected cases (often for patients with prominent front teeth and/or busy schedules) to help correct the bite.
• For certain complex situations, Ellis Orthodontics coordinates care with surgeons and other dental specialists as needed.

Custom treatment planning

• Every patient receives an individual evaluation and treatment plan.
• The exact type of appliance and length of treatment depend on the patient's needs and goals.
• Specific treatment times, fees and schedules are not listed in these documents; for details, patients should contact the office directly.

• Ellis Orthodontics is located in Dallas, Texas.
• The office is at the northwest corner of Mockingbird and Abrams, in the Tom Thumb shopping center, serving Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Highland Park, Casa Linda and surrounding neighborhoods.

How to contact the office

• Phone: (469) 478-2670
• Email: info@drellisorthodontics.com
• Website: https://www.drellisorthodontics.com/

Hours and appointments

• Office hours and appointment availability are not listed in the current documents.
• For the most accurate information about hours, new patient availability, or to schedule, change, or cancel an appointment, please contact the office by phone or email.

Lists Atlanta, Dallas, Mission, South Boston, Lakewood, and University as a location. Names Texas, Dallas, Highland Park, Linda, and Lakewood as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

• Use a soft‑bristle or bi‑level toothbrush, or an electric toothbrush set to a moderate power level.
• Brush with a fluoride toothpaste at least twice per day (preferably after meals) for about two minutes each time.
• Brush all tooth surfaces:
• Outside surfaces.
• Inside surfaces.
• Chewing surfaces.
• Take extra care to clean:
• Around brackets and under wires.
• Along the gumline.

Suggested technique:

1. Place the tips of the bristles flat against the teeth and use small circular motions.
2. To clean between braces and gums, angle the brush toward the gumline (up for upper teeth, down for lower teeth) while keeping the circular motion.
3. Brush the chewing surfaces with a gentle back‑and‑forth motion.
4. Brush the inside surfaces of the teeth the same way as the outside.

Flossing with braces

• Floss at least once per day.
• A floss threader can help pull floss under the archwire.
• Steps:
• Thread floss under the archwire using the floss threader.
• Hold the floss at both ends and slide it up and down the sides of each tooth and gently under the gums until the area feels clean.
• Use a fresh section of floss as you move to the next area.

Helpful cleaning tools

• Interdental (proxabrush) brush:
• Small, cone‑shaped brush used to clean under wires and around brackets.
• Use gently to avoid damaging the braces.
• Oral irrigator (water pick):
• Uses a stream of water to help remove trapped food.
• Helpful in addition to — but not a replacement for — brushing and flossing.
• Disclosing tablets or solutions:
• Colored dyes that temporarily stain plaque and food debris.
• Show where brushing has missed so you can improve your technique.

Foods to avoid with braces

To protect braces and reduce the risk of tooth decay:

Sticky foods to avoid

• Caramels
• Taffy
• Tootsie Rolls
• Toffee
• Chewy candies such as Starburst
• Sticky licorice and similar sweets

Hard foods to avoid or modify

• Ice
• Nuts
• Hard taco shells
• French bread crusts and hard rolls
• Bagels and hard breads
• Pizza crust
• Hard candies (for example, Jolly Ranchers)
• Chips that are very hard or crunchy
• Whole raw apples and carrots (cut them into small pieces if eaten)

Monitoring your braces

• Regularly check your braces for bent or loose wires and brackets.
• If you notice a loose or broken wire or bracket, contact Ellis Orthodontics promptly to arrange an appointment for repair.

Keeping teeth and gums clean and avoiding harmful foods helps you get the best results from your orthodontic treatment and supports a healthy smile long term.

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