If you need an orthodontist in Upper Marlboro, MD, Elite Orthodontics is a short drive up Route 301 or Route 4. Great smiles start here for kids, teens, and adults across the county seat and the neighborhoods around Watkins Regional Park. We offer braces, clear aligners, and early treatment for growing children, and your first visit costs nothing.
Your Trusted Orthodontist Serving Upper Marlboro and Prince George’s County
Upper Marlboro covers a lot of ground, from the historic town center to the newer subdivisions off Marlboro Pike and Old Crain Highway. Our Bowie office sits north on Route 301, and our Glenn Dale location is a straight run up Route 193. Patients come to us from Marlton, Croom, Westphalia, and Rosaryville, and we hold early-morning Thursday appointments for families who need to be at work by mid-morning.
Why Upper Marlboro Families Choose Elite Orthodontics
We believe an elite smile deserves an Elite experience: no shortcuts, no cutting corners, no rushed appointments. Upper Marlboro patients choose us because of what happens in the chair.
- Treatment planned and delivered by Dr. Emike Aliu
- iTero digital scanning and low-radiation 3D imaging
- AAO and ADA member practice
- Transparent pricing explained before anything is bonded
- Emergency slots for broken brackets and lost aligners
Orthodontic Treatments We Offer
Every mouth is different, so we keep the full range of options on the table rather than pushing one product.
Braces
Traditional metal braces and tooth-colored ceramic brackets correct almost anything, from a mild rotation to a serious bite discrepancy. Our braces page covers how treatment works month to month, and the braces FAQ answers the food-and-sports questions parents actually ask.
Invisalign & Invisalign Teen
Invisalign moves teeth with a series of removable trays you swap out at home. Teens can use them too, with compliance indicators that keep everyone honest. Adults in Upper Marlboro tend to pick aligners for the same reason: nobody at the office has to know.
Early (Phase 1) Treatment for Kids
Phase 1 treatment happens while permanent teeth are still arriving, usually between ages 7 and 10. Guiding growth then can prevent extractions or surgery later. If you are unsure whether it is time, our post on the right age for a first orthodontist visit is a good place to start.
Retainers & Post-Treatment Care
After the brackets or trays come off, retainers hold the result. We show you the wear schedule, replace lost retainers quickly, and check the fit at your follow-up appointments.
Orthodontic Care for Every Age: Children, Teens, and Adults
We treat three generations of the same family in a week, which is exactly how a community practice should work.
- Kids: growth-guiding appliances and braces for kids handle crossbites, crowding, and thumb-habit damage
- Teens: Invisalign Teen and modern brackets in school colors
- Adults: adult braces and aligners, including retreatment after old orthodontics relapsed
Adults are close to half of our aligner cases, so nobody feels out of place in the waiting room.
What to Expect at Your Free Consultation
Here is exactly what your complimentary Upper Marlboro consultation looks like:
- Arrive and check in. New-patient forms can be finished online beforehand.
- Exam and digital scan. We photograph and scan your teeth, no impression trays needed.
- Findings, in plain language. Dr. Aliu shows you what she sees and what it means if you wait.
- Options and numbers. Braces or aligners, duration, monthly payment, insurance coverage.
- Start when you are ready. Same-day starts are available, and so is going home to think.
You leave with a written plan whether or not you schedule treatment.
Insurance, Financing & Affordability
Braces and Invisalign are covered in part by most dental insurance plans, and our front office verifies your benefit before you decide anything. In-house payment plans spread the balance across treatment with low monthly options, and we accept HSA and FSA dollars. There are no surprise fees mid-treatment: the number quoted at your consultation is the number you pay. If cost is the thing holding you back, say so at the consultation and we will build a plan around your budget.
Serving Upper Marlboro and Surrounding Communities
We welcome patients from across southern and central Prince George’s County, including:
- Upper Marlboro (ZIPs 20772 and 20774)
- Marlton
- Westphalia
- Rosaryville
- Croom
- Largo
- Brandywine
Route 4 (Pennsylvania Avenue), Route 301 (Crain Highway), and Route 202 make the drive simple, and the Show Place Arena and Watkins Regional Park are the usual landmarks families use to orient themselves.
Patient Reviews & Smile Gallery
Ask around Upper Marlboro and you will hear about short waits, a team that answers the phone, and results parents did not expect to get for the price. Our patient testimonials page collects those stories, and the blog has more on what to expect during treatment.
Meet Your Upper Marlboro Orthodontist
Dr. Emike Aliu built Elite Orthodontics around a simple promise: an elite smile, delivered through an Elite experience. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association and treats every case personally rather than handing it to a rotating roster. Learn more about Dr. Aliu and our practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does orthodontic treatment usually take?
Most cases run 12 to 24 months. Minor crowding can finish faster, and complex bite corrections take longer. You get a personalized estimate at your free consultation, not a generic range.
Which office should I visit from Upper Marlboro?
Bowie is the most direct trip up Route 301 for most Upper Marlboro addresses. If you commute toward Annapolis Road, Glenn Dale may be easier.
Do braces hurt?
Bonding day does not hurt. Teeth feel sore for two or three days after each adjustment, and over-the-counter pain relief plus soft food handles it. That soreness means the teeth are moving.
Can my child play football or run track with braces?
Yes, with a mouthguard. We fit orthodontic mouthguards and we would rather protect the brackets than sideline a season.
Do you offer treatment for adults who had braces years ago?
Often. Relapse cases are common and usually shorter and less expensive than the original treatment. Bring your old records if you still have them.
Schedule Your Free Consultation in Upper Marlboro, MD
Upper Marlboro families do not need to drive into the District for excellent orthodontics. Book your free consultation at Elite Orthodontics online or by phone, and we will match you with the office and appointment time that fits your week.
Schedule Your Free Consultation or call our team for immediate scheduling.