Our goal is to provide exceptional quality, individualised orthodontic treatment to all of our patients in a fun, friendly and caring way. We believe in beautiful smiles for everyone.
The Specialist Orthodontists and team at ACT Ortho are Canberra locals. We are located directly at Unit 2/17 Napier Close, Deakin with visitor parking available on site, or alternatively there is accessible street parking.
Every patient is unique so we take the time to create a tailor-made orthodontic treatment plan just for you. Through our continuous communication with both you and your general dentist, we aim to keep you fully informed throughout your entire orthodontic treatment.
Our warm and bubbly team members are always happy to answer your questions and will strive to help you feel at ease throughout the entire treatment process.
Our highly trained Orthodontists and team regularly attend education seminars to deliver you the world’s best evidence-based orthodontic care. Our practice uses the latest 3D and radiography technology! Along with our locally based dental laboratories and suppliers, we offer our patients contemporary orthodontic treatment and appliances. With all our products being TGA approved and certified, you can be assured that you are receiving the highest quality products on the market.
Orthodontic Treatments
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Early orthodontic intervention can improve your child’s orofacial environment and reduce the need for more complex orthodontic treatment later on
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Here at ACT Ortho, we offer the very latest metal and clear braces for children, teens and adults.
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Clear aligners are virtually invisible. It is a clear alternative to braces. Clear aligners gently move your teeth to their ideal position. The aligners are robotically engineered to fit you perfectly. This makes them a very comfortable and aesthetic orthodontic treatment option
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Orthodontic retainers need to be worn after treatment in order to maintain the position of your teeth. Teeth continue to move throughout life; hence retention is indefinite.
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Sometimes minor tooth correction is all that is needed. Perhaps you have had some relapse following previous orthodontic treatment; or maybe you just want a couple of teeth re-aligned. This is when we may offer you ‘ACT Lite’- a simple, short, braces or clear aligners treatment over 6-9 month duration.
Meet Dr Elise McConnell
Specialist Orthodontist
BDS, BScDent(Hons), DClinDent, MorthRCS, MRACDS
Dr McConnell is an Australian-trained, board-certified Specialist Orthodontist with over a decade clinical experience in Orthodontics, practicing in both Canberra and Sydney since 2017.
Dr McConnell opened ACT Ortho in 2026, with a passion to provide high quality, professional and caring Orthodontic services to Canberra and the surrounding region.
Dr McConnell is well known for the quality of her orthodontic outcomes. She has a focus on personalised patient care, and thoroughly enjoys interacting with the patients and families of whom she treats.
Education
Dr McConnell obtained her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree with First Class Honours from the University of Adelaide in 2011. She graduated with numerous University Awards, including the Adelaide University Medal for overall academic and clinical excellence over the five-year degree. Upon graduation, Dr McConnell spent two years working in private practice in Mount Gambier, South Australia, before moving to Sydney to complete her three-year specialist training (Doctor of Clinical Dentistry) in Orthodontics. She graduated with a high distinction average, and was awarded the Australian Society of Orthodontists NSW Clinical Day post-graduate prize for the best-treated clinical case. Dr McConnell also received membership by examination with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. She was awarded the John McDonald Medal for first place internationally in her clinical cases and treatment planning.
Dr McConnell is a member of many professional associations including the Australian Society of Orthodontists, the Australian Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the European Orthodontic Society, and the World Federation of Orthodontists. She is also a certified member of the Australian Orthodontic Board.
Dr McConnell and her husband Hugh have four young children. When away from the clinic, they spend most of their free time doing family activities and enjoying the local parks and restaurants that Canberra has to offer!