Korch Orthodontics serves Elizabethtown from our Hershey office at 357 West Governor Road, which is a 17-minute drive away. We treat children, teens, and adults, including older adults, with braces and clear aligners. Your first exam is free. Call (717) 533-7400.
Elizabethtown is 17 minutes and 9.6 miles from our office, across the Lancaster County line.
There are two sensible ways to make the drive, and which one suits you depends on where in town you start. From the East High Street side, Route 230, then Route 743 north, is direct. From the western end, Route 283 east and up 743 is usually quicker.
Dr. Korch has practiced in this area since 1998. As a single-doctor practice, Dr. Susan Korch plans your treatment and sees you at every appointment, which matters more over a 17-minute drive than it does over a five-minute one.
Dr. Korch combines advanced clinical training with the newest tools in orthodontics to deliver treatment that is efficient, comfortable, and customized to each patient’s goals. Families throughout Elizabethtown trust her to provide exceptional orthodontic care and beautiful, lasting, confident smiles.
17 minutes. 9.6 miles.
Either way, you come up 743 and pass Hershey High School shortly before reaching West Governor Road. Free parking is at the door.
Braces traditionally mean coming in every four to eight weeks. The appointment is usually 20 to 30 minutes; the trip is most of an afternoon.
Dental Monitoring and Korch Cam let you scan your teeth at home on your phone. We review the scan and tell you whether to come in or continue. Virtual Treatment means the first conversation happens before you drive anywhere.
This is the honest case for choosing a practice 17 minutes away over one five minutes away: the number of trips matters more than the length of each one. Cutting visits by a third saves an Elizabethtown family more time than any nearby office can save them in driving.
Elizabethtown is a borough of roughly 11,600 people in Lancaster County, which makes it the only town we serve in that county.
Children we treat here attend the Elizabethtown Area School District, headquartered on East High Street. Elizabethtown College brings students into the borough, and Masonic Village, the large senior living campus on Masonic Drive, is one of the town’s defining institutions.
That last one is worth a word, because of who it brings to the area. Orthodontic treatment has no upper age limit, as long as your teeth and gums are healthy, and we treat adults well into their seventies. Older adults often come to us with crowding they have lived with since childhood, or with teeth that shifted after braces in their teens, and both are treatable. We plan around existing crowns, bridges, and implants routinely.
Dr. Susan Korch is a highly regarded orthodontist known for helping families from Elizabethtown, Hershey, and the surrounding communities achieve healthy, confident smiles. Patients appreciate her warm, attentive approach and exceptional clinical expertise. By blending personalized care with advanced orthodontic technology, Dr. Korch delivers predictable, long-lasting results for children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Korch earned her DMD from the University of Pittsburgh, completed her orthodontic residency at the University of Maryland, and holds a Master of Science in Oral Biology. She continues to advance her skills through active involvement in respected professional organizations, including the AAO, ADA, and the Harrisburg Area Dental Society. Her dedication ensures every patient benefits from the most up-to-date orthodontic techniques and research.
Treatment runs about $3,500 for limited treatment to $9,000 for more complex cases, with your exact fee set at your free exam and given to you in writing.
The fee covers records and X-rays, appliances, every visit and adjustment, and one set of retainers. We offer interest-free in-house financing administered through OrthoBanc®, a full payment discount, a family discount, and FSA and HSA eligibility. We verify your insurance and file claims for you.
Our orthodontic services for the Elizabethtown community include braces, clear aligners, early orthodontic treatment, teen orthodontics, adult orthodontic treatment, retainers, and Botox for smile balance. Each treatment is tailored to your unique needs, helping you achieve a confident, healthy smile with comfort and ease.
Straighten your smile with metal or ceramic braces designed for comfort and precision. Our braces provide reliable alignment, controlled tooth movement, and beautifully lasting results for patients of all ages.
Choose a discreet, removable approach to orthodontic treatment with Spark Clear Aligners. These custom-fit trays gently guide your teeth into alignment while allowing you to eat, brush, and move through your day with ease.
Refresh your smile and facial balance with Botox treatments designed to reduce jaw tension, soften fine lines, and enhance natural symmetry. A simple, effective way to elevate both comfort and confidence.
Give your child a healthy start with early evaluations and Phase I treatment tailored to guide jaw development, create needed space, and prevent orthodontic issues before they become more serious.
Empower your teen with orthodontic options designed for busy lifestyles - whether they choose braces or clear aligners. Our approach keeps treatment comfortable, efficient, and confidence-boosting.
Enjoy a healthier, more confident smile with discreet orthodontic treatment options designed for adults, including clear aligners and braces. It’s never too late to begin your smile transformation.
Seeing real orthodontic results can help you envision the smile you’ve always wanted. Our before-and-after gallery showcases patients from Elizabethtown and nearby communities who transformed their smiles through braces, Spark Clear Aligners, and advanced digital treatment.
Explore the improvements, find inspiration, and imagine the confidence your own custom orthodontic plan can bring, designed to last a lifetime.
Whether you’re beginning your orthodontic journey or exploring treatment options for your family, we know you may have questions. Below, you’ll find clear, helpful answers to some of the most common questions from patients in Elizabethtown, PA. Our goal is to make your experience smooth, informed, and confidence-building from day one.
Seventeen minutes is measured, not estimated. From the East High Street side, Route 230 then north on Route 743. From the western end, Route 283 east then 743. Allow a few extra minutes in the morning school run.
Yes, routinely. There is no age limit on orthodontic treatment provided your teeth and gums are healthy. We plan around crowns, bridges and implants, and clear aligners are often a good fit because they are removable and discreet. Come in for the free exam and we will tell you honestly whether treatment is worth it for you.
A fair question, and the answer is not that we are better than everyone nearer. It is three specific things: one orthodontist who handles your whole case rather than a rotation, remote monitoring that reduces how often you make the drive, and a published fee range so you know the cost before you commit. If those matter to you, the 17 minutes is worth it. If they do not, closer may genuinely be better.
It depends on your case, but fewer than a traditional every-four-to-eight-weeks schedule. We will give you an expected number at your consultation, and we would rather set that expectation honestly at the start than surprise you with it later.
No. Treatment length is driven by how far your teeth need to move, not by how often you sit in the chair. Remote monitoring lets us keep the same clinical pace with fewer trips.
Let’s talk about your smile goals and find the perfect treatment plan for you. Book your visit or start with a quick virtual consultation - whichever you prefer!
