Slawek Orthodontics

What Slawek Orthodontics does

Slawek Orthodontics is a privately-held orthodontic practice founded in 2005 by Dr. Stephen Slawek and located at 451 Germantown Pike in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania. The practice is a dual-doctor operation, with Dr. Regina Lepore (Harvard DMD, Boston University orthodontic specialty training) joining Dr. Slawek (Temple University DMD, Magna Cum Laude orthodontic residency). It serves patients of all ages across Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, including communities such as Plymouth Meeting, Conshohocken, Blue Bell, and the Main Line. The clinical team comprises approximately 13 staff members including clinical assistants, treatment and billing coordinators, an insurance specialist, a marketing director, and administrative personnel.

The practice offers a comprehensive orthodontic treatment menu: traditional metal braces, self-ligating braces, ceramic/clear braces, Invisalign and Invisalign Teen clear aligners, AcceleDent Aura accelerated treatment (FDA-cleared, up to 50% faster tooth movement), surgical orthodontics, TMJ/TMD treatment, two-phase pediatric treatment, and supporting appliances (palatal expanders, Forsus, Herbst, headgear, Twin Block, retainers). The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art digital X-ray technology emitting low radiation. Dr. Slawek holds Elite Preferred Provider status from Align Technology, placing the practice in the top 1% of U.S. Invisalign providers by case volume.

The revenue model is professional-services-based, with customized treatment plans priced per case and offered through payment plans; insurance reimbursements and patient co-pays are both accepted. The practice does not sell online; all treatment begins with an in-person or virtual (Smilemate) consultation. Patient acquisition is driven by community reputation, a referral-a-friend program, organic search, and community engagement initiatives (Operation Gratitude, Breast Cancer Awareness Month). The practice is entirely independent with no evidence of external investment, parent company affiliation, or strategic acquirer.

Name

Slawek Orthodontics

Legal name

Slawek Orthodontics

Website

https://slawekorthodontics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Slawek Orthodontics is a private, single-location orthodontic practice in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, founded in 2005 by Dr. Stephen Slawek and now operated jointly with Dr. Regina Lepore. The two-doctor practice serves children, teens, and adults across Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, offering metal and clear braces, Invisalign (Elite Provider), AcceleDent Aura, and surgical orthodontics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthodontic Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (62121)

akta.pro primary industry

Clear Aligner Orthodontics (HLABABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthodontic Group Practices (HLABAKAC), Traditional Braces (Metal/Ceramic/Lingual) Providers (HLABABAE), Adult Orthodontics (HLABABAC)

Keywords

• Orthodontic treatment
• Braces and aligners
• Invisalign provider
• Orthodontic appliances
• TMJ TMD care

Headquarters

HQ city

Lafayette Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Orthodontic Treatment Fees: Professional fees charged for comprehensive orthodontic treatment including braces (metal, ceramic, self-ligating), clear aligners (Invisalign), two-phase treatment for children, and surgical orthodontics. Treatment plans are customized per patient; costs are discussed in detail before treatment begins. Payment plans are offered to fit patient budgets.
2. Insurance Processing: The practice accepts all major insurance plans and handles all billing and claim submissions on behalf of patients. Revenue is collected from both patient co-pays and insurance reimbursements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Slawek Orthodontics is a single-location orthodontic practice that delivers comprehensive teeth-straightening and bite-correction services for children, teens, and adults. Core offerings include traditional metal braces, ceramic and self-ligating braces, Invisalign and Invisalign Teen clear aligners, accelerated treatment via AcceleDent Aura, surgical orthodontics, and TMJ/TMD therapy, supported by complementary appliances such as palatal expanders, retainers, Forsus, Herbst, headgear, Twin Block, elastics, and positioners.

Product overview

Slawek Orthodontics is a orthodontic practice offering a comprehensive range of teeth straightening treatments and appliances. The core offerings include traditional metal braces, ceramic/clear braces, self-ligating braces, and Invisalign clear aligners (including Invisalign Teen). They provide accelerated treatment with AcceleDent Aura, surgical orthodontics for severe cases, and TMJ/TMD treatment. Their practice serves patients of all ages with services including two-phase treatment for children, with supporting appliances like palatal expanders, retainers, elastics, Forsus, headgear, Herbst, positioners, separators, and Twin Block appliances. The practice emphasizes personalized care with complimentary consultations for new patients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Traditional Metal Braces Stainless steel brackets and wires attached to teeth with colored rubber bands; modern versions are smaller and less noticeable. Indicated for patients of all ages seeking comprehensive tooth alignment.
• Self-Ligating Braces Braces that use a special clip rather than rubber bands to hold the archwire, reducing friction and the number of adjustment visits. Available in metal, ceramic, or clear brackets.
• Clear (Ceramic) Braces Tooth-colored ceramic brackets that are less visible than metal braces, typically used on upper front teeth for patients wanting a subtler appearance during treatment.
• Invisalign Clear Aligners Removable, virtually invisible clear trays that gradually move teeth into alignment; trays are removed for eating and drinking. Average treatment time 9-15 months. Offered by an Elite preferred provider (top 1% in the U.S.).
• Invisalign Teen Invisalign system tailored for responsible teenage patients, featuring virtually invisible, removable aligners as an alternative to traditional braces.
• AcceleDent Aura Accelerated Treatment FDA-cleared, prescription-only handheld device using SoftPulse Technology with calibrated micropulses to accelerate tooth movement by up to 50%. Used 20 minutes daily as a complement to braces or aligners.
• Surgical Orthodontics (Orthognathic Surgery) Corrective jaw surgery combined with orthodontic treatment for severe malocclusions, jaw bone abnormalities, and bad bites in patients whose jaw growth is complete (typically age 16+ for females, 18+ for males).
• TMJ/TMD Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of Temporomandibular Disorder to address chronic facial and neck pain, severe headaches, jaw pain, clicking/popping sounds, and jaw alignment issues.
• Two-Phase Treatment for Children Two-phase orthodontic plan combining tooth straightening with jaw development guidance. Phase I guides jaw growth in children waiting for permanent teeth; Phase II uses braces or aligners for final alignment.
• Complimentary Consultation Free initial consultation for children and adults to evaluate orthodontic needs, review tailored care plan options, and discuss financing.

Quantifiable outcome

• AcceleDent Aura can speed orthodontic treatment by up to 50%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Invisalign (Align Technology)coreTechnology or IntegrationSlawek Orthodontics is an Elite preferred provider and Top 1% provider for Invisalign and Invisalign Teen clear aligners. As an Elite provider, Dr. Slawek has extensive experience with Align Technology's proprietary clear aligner system. The practice offers Invisalign treatment as a primary service offering for patients seeking discreet orthodontic treatment.
• AcceleDent (OrthoAccel Technologies)coreTechnology or IntegrationThe practice offers AcceleDent Aura as an accelerated orthodontic treatment option. AcceleDent Aura uses SoftPulse Technology to speed tooth movement by up to 50%. The device is FDA-cleared and available by prescription only through the orthodontist, representing an integrated technology partnership.
• Operation GratitudeminorOthersSlawek Orthodontics participates in Operation Gratitude's Halloween Candy Give-Back program, collecting and donating candy from patients to U.S. troops. In one recent year, the practice collected and shipped 20 boxes weighing 259 pounds of candy to troops in just 4 days.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Emerging players

• SmileDirectClub: Direct-to-consumer clear aligner company that bypasses in-office orthodontic visits for mild cases. Comparable as a category disruptor competing for the same adult aesthetic aligner patient that Slawek Orthodontics cultivates, exerting downward pressure on price points and conversion rates.
• OrthoFX: Clear aligner company selling directly to orthodontic practices and operating a hybrid DTC-plus-in-office model. Comparable as an emerging aligner brand competing for in-office provider mind-share and adult case volume versus established Invisalign-centric practices like Slawek.
• Candid: Direct-to-consumer clear aligner brand that pairs remote treatment with in-office orthodontist network oversight. Comparable as a hybrid DTC aligner competitor targeting similar adult aesthetics cases while leveraging licensed orthodontists in a model that competes with traditional practices like Slawek.

Broad incumbents

• Align Technology (Invisalign): Manufacturer of the Invisalign clear aligner system that Slawek Orthodontics is an Elite Provider for. Comparable as the dominant technology incumbent shaping the clear-aligner category in which Slawek competes, and whose provider-tiering program (Elite status) directly drives Slawek's brand positioning.
• Heartland Dental: One of the largest dental support organizations in the U.S., supporting hundreds of dental offices including orthodontic services. Comparable as a scaled DSO platform competing for the same suburban family patient base, with superior marketing, payer, and back-office leverage versus an independent practice.
• Aspen Dental: Multi-site DSO brand offering general dentistry alongside orthodontic services at hundreds of locations. Comparable as a competing consumer-facing dental brand targeting similar value-conscious suburban and family demographics, with national advertising reach that independents cannot match.
• Western Dental: Large multi-state DSO offering general dentistry and orthodontic services including braces and clear aligners. Comparable as a scaled group-practice competitor serving similar family and adult patient segments, with group-insurance contracting advantages.

Direct peers

• Smile Doctors: Largest orthodontic-focused DSO in the United States, operating hundreds of multi-location orthodontic offices. Most directly comparable peer because it competes for the same orthodontic patient base with the same core services (braces, Invisalign) and pursues similar de novo and acquisition growth — just at much greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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