Your dentist just said it: “You should see an orthodontist.” Maybe it was about your 8-year-old’s bite. Maybe it was about the crowded teeth you’ve been hiding in photos for 20 years.
Either way, the next question comes fast. Who do you trust with this?
Here’s the thing. The right orthodontist isn’t the one who starts the fastest. It’s the one who does only what your mouth actually needs, tells you why, and sees it through personally. That’s the idea behind My Smile Orthodontist on South Eagle Road, Bucks County’s boutique orthodontist, where even complex smiles often come together faster, without surgery, and with fewer trips to the office.
A Hometown Orthodontist Who Built This Office From the Ground Up
Dr. Neil Mandalia grew up in Bucks County. He went to school here, his family is here, and he’ll happily tell you he’s a diehard Philly guy. When it came time to open a practice, there was never another option.
Before dentistry, he studied architecture. So when he designed the Newtown office, he started from scratch and asked one question: what would I want as a patient? The answer was a calm, bright space that feels almost like you’re not in an orthodontic office at all. Patients who walked in nervous have told us it turned the whole experience into something relaxing.
Dentistry runs in the family, too. His father is a general and cosmetic dentist, and his sister is a cosmetic dentist. Dr. Neil earned his DMD at Temple University, then completed his orthodontic residency and an MBA at Roseman University. He’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.
What Newtown Families Get Here That’s Hard to Find
Look, every family’s situation is different. Some parents are juggling three kids and a carpool. Some adults have waited decades to finally fix their smile. What they all want is the same: an honest plan from someone who actually knows their case.
The Same Orthodontist at Every Visit
This is a small practice by design. Dr. Neil sees your case from the first scan to the day the braces or aligners come off. He knows your history, walks you through the plan at each visit, and never hands you off.
That kind of continuity matters. You never have to re-explain your child’s case or wonder who’s making the decisions.
A Plan Built for Your Mouth, Not the Schedule
“Everybody’s biology is different,” Dr. Neil says. That’s why no two treatment plans here look alike. He won’t pull a healthy tooth just to shave a few months off treatment, and he won’t start a child too early.
Sometimes the best advice is to wait. You’ll hear that from him plainly, and he’ll keep an eye on growth until the timing is right.
Up to Half the Trips to the Office
Between school, practices, and work, who has time for monthly appointments? With DentalMonitoring, your progress is tracked week to week from home using your phone. Your visit schedule then flexes around how your teeth are actually moving.
The result is the same great smile with up to half the trips to South Eagle Road. DentalMonitoring has even recognized My Smile Orthodontist as one of the practices using its technology to its full capacity.
Real Answers Before Surgery Becomes the Plan
Were you told surgery is the only way? Many families come to Newtown for a second opinion after a tough case stalled somewhere else. Dr. Neil takes the time to find what was missed, then builds a custom plan.
Tools like MARPE expansion, TADs, growth-stage jaw advancement, and impacted-tooth recovery let him correct many skeletal problems without an operation. Because the plan is right from the start, treatment often runs up to 30% faster. And when surgery truly is the better choice, he’ll tell you so and plan it with your surgeon.
“We previously went to a different orthodontist and for 2 or 3 years she was dragging us along… Dr. Neil was able to put together a plan that fixed his issues without surgery.” – Craig M.
Orthodontic Treatment Available at Our Newtown Office
Every option below is planned and managed by Dr. Neil himself. Which one fits best depends on your bite, your goals, and your stage of life, and that’s exactly what your first visit sorts out.
Traditional Metal Braces
Strong, reliable, and precise, traditional metal braces are still one of the best tools for moving teeth exactly where they need to go. They’re a great fit for kids and teens with crowding, gaps, or bite problems.
Damon System Braces
Damon braces use a self-ligating design that holds the wire without elastic ties. They’re another proven option Dr. Neil uses when it suits a patient’s case.
Clear Aligners
Want something almost invisible that you can take out to eat? Clear aligners straighten teeth with a series of custom trays, which makes them popular with busy teens and adults.
Invisalign
Newtown patients who want Invisalign can get it right here. Invisalign treatment is planned around your specific bite, and progress can be monitored from home between visits.
Early Orthodontic Treatment for Kids
Dr. Neil likes to see children around age 7. At that age, he can spot jaw and bite concerns while there’s still time to guide growth. Early orthodontic treatment might mean an expander, or it might just mean checking in until the timing is right.
“Dr. Neil was the only one who really listened to learn about our son and not rush to remove adult teeth.” – Katrina B.
Adult Orthodontics
It’s never too late. Adults in their 40s and 50s come to Newtown to fix old shifting or a smile they’ve avoided showing for years. Adult orthodontics here is discreet, comfortable, and built around a busy career.
“I’m 51, and I’ve been embarrassed about my teeth for 51 years… They didn’t just fix my teeth, or my smile. They fixed ME.” – Willy L.
Rooted in Newtown and Bucks County
Newtown is home. It’s where Dr. Neil grew up, and it’s where families trade recommendations at Council Rock games, around Newtown Borough, and on weekend walks at Tyler State Park. A lot of our patients find us the same way: a friend, a neighbor, or their family dentist.
The Newtown office on South Eagle Road serves families across Newtown Township and nearby Bucks County communities like Wrightstown, Richboro, and Yardley. Some patients even travel from New York City, Washington, DC, and 40 minutes or more to see Dr. Neil.
That trust shows. The Newtown office holds a 5.0-star Google rating across 164 reviews.
Visit Our Newtown Office
Getting here is easy, and the parking is simple. Call ahead with questions or book online anytime.
My Smile Orthodontist – Bucks County
2853 S Eagle Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: (215) 799-9000
Office Hours
Monday: 8 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Questions Newtown Families Ask Before Their First Visit
Is my 7 or 8-year-old really ready to see an orthodontist?
Around age 7 is a great time for a first look, because Dr. Neil can spot jaw and bite issues while your child is still growing. That doesn’t mean treatment starts right away. If waiting is the better call, he’ll tell you and simply keep an eye on things.
Will my child need to have teeth pulled?
Not for the sake of speed. Dr. Neil plans around each patient’s biology and avoids extractions that only exist to shorten treatment. If a tooth ever does need to come out, he’ll explain exactly why.
How often will we have to come to the Newtown office?
Often less than you’d expect. With DentalMonitoring, progress is checked from home with your phone, and your schedule adjusts to how your teeth are moving. Many patients need up to half the office trips.
Another orthodontist said my teenager needs jaw surgery. Can you take a second look?
Yes, and second opinions are a big part of what happens here. Dr. Neil uses options like MARPE expansion, TADs, and growth-stage jaw advancement to correct many skeletal problems without surgery. If surgery really is the right answer, he’ll say so and work with your surgeon.
Do you offer both Invisalign and clear aligners in Newtown?
Yes. The Newtown office offers Invisalign and a separate clear aligner option, along with traditional metal braces and Damon system braces. Dr. Neil will recommend the one that fits your bite and your lifestyle best.
Ready to Find Out What Your Smile Actually Needs?
You don’t need to have it all figured out before you walk in. Bring your questions, your worries, and even the treatment plan another office gave you. Dr. Neil will look at your case personally and give you a straight answer.
Request your appointment at our Newtown office or call (215) 799-9000. Your smile gets a plan built just for you, starting with the very first visit.
