Korch Orthodontics serves the city of Lebanon and Lebanon County, PA from our Hershey office at 357 West Governor Road, a 28 minute drive along Route 422. We treat children, teens and adults with braces and clear aligners. Your first exam is free. Call (717) 533-7400.
Lebanon is 28 minutes and 15.7 miles from our office. That is the longest drive of any community we serve, and we would rather say so plainly than call it “just minutes.”
To be clear about which Lebanon: we mean Lebanon, Pennsylvania 17042, in Lebanon County. That is the city near Cornwall Iron Furnace and Coleman Memorial Park, not Mount Lebanon outside Pittsburgh. Search results mix the two constantly.
Dr. Susan Korch has practiced in this area since 1998. She is a specialist orthodontist, and as a single-doctor practice, she sees every patient at every visit.
Dr. Korch combines advanced clinical training with leading-edge technology to create orthodontic care that is efficient, predictable, and customized to each patient’s needs. Families throughout Lebanon trust her caring approach and the beautiful, confident smiles her treatment delivers
28 minutes. 15.7 miles. Take Walnut Street, which is Route 422 west, out of the city, then stay on 422 through Cleona, Annville, and Palmyra. It is one road nearly the whole way.
Coming into Hershey, you will pass Hershey Gardens before turning onto West Governor Road. Free parking is directly at the door.
At 28 minutes each way, this is the hub where the argument counts for the most.
Braces traditionally mean returning every four to eight weeks for a visit that takes 20 to 30 minutes. For a Lebanon family that is nearly an hour of driving for half an hour of treatment.
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 your first consultation happens before you drive out at all.
Being straight about the trade: a practice in Lebanon will always be closer. What we offer is fewer trips, one orthodontist for your whole case, and a published fee. If the drive still does not suit you, a closer practice may genuinely be the better choice, and we would rather you knew that at the start.
The city of Lebanon has roughly 26,000 residents, and Lebanon County extends well beyond it into Cornwall, North and South Lebanon, Cleona and Annville.
Two public school districts cover addresses in the 17042 ZIP: Lebanon School District, serving the city proper and one of the oldest districts in Pennsylvania, and Cornwall-Lebanon School District, serving the surrounding townships. Families are sometimes unsure which applies to them, and it can matter for scheduling around a calendar.
The county’s landmarks are genuinely its own: Cornwall Iron Furnace, a National Historic Landmark; Coleman Memorial Park, 99 acres on West Maple Street; and Light’s Fort, built in 1742 and the oldest standing building in the city and county.
We offer appointments before and after school hours, and Friday appointments, which matter more the further you drive.
Dr. Susan Korch is a trusted orthodontist known for helping families from Lebanon, Hershey, Annville, and surrounding communities achieve strong, confident smiles. With a blend of warmth, precision, and advanced orthodontic technology, Dr. Korch delivers reliable, long-lasting results for children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Korch earned her DMD from the University of Pittsburgh before completing her orthodontic residency at the University of Maryland, along with a Master of Science in Oral Biology. She remains active in respected professional organizations, including the AAO, ADA, and the Harrisburg Area Dental Society, allowing her to stay at the forefront of orthodontic research and advancements. Her commitment to excellence helps Lebanon-area families receive modern, evidence-based orthodontic care they can feel confident in.
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 Lebanon families include braces, clear aligners, early orthodontic treatment, teen orthodontics, adult orthodontic care, retainers, and Botox for facial balance. Each treatment is tailored to your unique needs, helping you achieve a confident, beautifully aligned smile with comfort.
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 the best possible start with early orthodontic evaluations and Phase I treatment. Our approach guides jaw growth, creates needed space, and helps prevent future orthodontic issues, keeping their smile healthy as they grow.
Support your teen with orthodontic options designed for active, busy lifestyles. Whether they prefer braces or clear aligners, we ensure treatment is effective, comfortable, and confidence-boosting at every step.
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 transformations can help you picture the confident smile you’ve always wanted. Our before-and-after gallery highlights patients from Lebanon and surrounding communities who improved their smiles through braces, Spark Clear Aligners, and advanced digital treatment.
Explore the changes, discover what’s possible, and imagine how your own customized orthodontic plan can help you achieve a beautiful, lasting smile.
Choosing orthodontic care comes with lots of good questions - and we’re here to make everything simple and clear. Below, you’ll find answers to common questions from families in the Lebanon area as they begin their smile journey with Korch Orthodontics.
Neither, strictly. Our office is in Hershey, and we serve Lebanon, PA 17042 in Lebanon County, a 28 minute drive away. Mount Lebanon is a Pittsburgh suburb roughly 200 miles west, and searches for “Lebanon PA orthodontist” often return practices there. If you found us looking for care in Lebanon County, you are in the right place.
Only for scheduling. Lebanon School District covers the city; Cornwall-Lebanon School District covers the surrounding townships, and both share the 17042 ZIP. Tell us which your child attends and we will work around that calendar.
Yes. We treat families from Cornwall, North and South Lebanon, Cleona and the surrounding townships, as well as the city itself. Several of those are slightly closer to us than the city center.
Call us first, before driving. Many problems have a safe temporary fix we can talk you through in a couple of minutes, and some genuinely need the chair. We will tell you honestly which yours is rather than have you drive in twice. See orthodontic emergencies for what to do meanwhile.
Budget about two hours in total. The first exam itself runs around an hour, and the drive is 28 minutes each way along Route 422. Later visits are far shorter, most are 20 to 30 minutes of chair time, and remote monitoring removes a good number of them altogether. Lebanon is our longest routine drive, so we would rather you plan it realistically than be caught out.
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!
