Acme families looking for a trusted orthodontist are within easy reach of Dr. Lints Orthodontics, with nearby offices in Elk Rapids, Traverse City, and Suttons Bay. The Elk Rapids office at 126 Ames Street is a convenient option for many Acme patients, with the Traverse City office also close for families who travel west for work, school, or errands.
Acme sits on the shore of East Grand Traverse Bay, close to both Elk Rapids and Traverse City. For local families, Dr. Lints Orthodontics offers the advantage of a Northern Michigan orthodontic practice with three accessible locations, advanced technology, and treatment options built around health, function, and aesthetics. Patients do not have to choose between convenience and specialist-level orthodontic care.
Dr. Lints earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery, Master of Science, and orthodontic certificate from the University of Michigan and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
Raised in Traverse City, Dr. Joel Lints earned his undergraduate and dental degrees from the University of Michigan before completing orthodontic residency training at the Georgia School of Orthodontics.
The practice uses 3D Dental CT imaging, self-ligating braces, Invisalign treatment, and educational software programs to support personalized orthodontic planning.
Acme patients can choose traditional braces , clear ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, and Invisalign depending on clinical needs and lifestyle preferences.
During the first visit, the team reviews dental and medical history, performs an oral exam, discusses braces or Invisalign candidacy, and explains payment plan options.
Dr. Lints Orthodontics provides orthodontic care for Acme children, teens, and adults from nearby Elk Rapids, Traverse City, and Suttons Bay offices.
Traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and self-ligating braces for patients who need reliable correction for crowding, spacing, and bite alignment.
Invisalign clear aligners for teens and adults who want a removable, discreet option planned with Dr. Lints and the orthodontic team.
Orthodontic assessments for younger patients to identify crowding, jaw growth concerns, and bite issues while development is still underway.
Braces and Invisalign options for adults who want to improve dental function, long-term oral health, and smile confidence at any stage of life.
Acme patients are treated by a Northern Michigan orthodontic team with deep local roots, advanced education, and experience across braces, Invisalign, bite correction, and complex interdisciplinary care.
DDS, University of Michigan | Master of Science and Orthodontic Certificate, University of Michigan | Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics | Diamond Invisalign Provider
Dr. Ronald R. Lints has practiced orthodontics in Northern Michigan since 1989. He focuses on orthodontic care through health, function, and aesthetics, discusses treatment options directly with parents and patients, and uses modern technology including 3D Dental CT imaging, self-ligating braces, Invisalign treatment, and educational software. He also collaborates with dentists, oral health specialists, and medical professionals for cases involving implants, jaw joint concerns, reconstruction, surgical approaches, and other complex needs.
BS, Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, University of Michigan | DDS, University of Michigan | Internship in Orthodontics, University of Florida | Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Georgia School of Orthodontics
Dr. Joel Lints was raised in Traverse City and attended Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools. Before becoming an orthodontist, he completed an internship at the University of Florida and worked as a general dentist in public health and corporate dental settings. He completed orthodontic residency training at the Georgia School of Orthodontics and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, and Resort District Dental Society.
Patients from Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Acme, and across Northern Michigan share their experience with Dr. Lints, Dr. Joel Lints, and the orthodontic team.
Dr. Lints Orthodontics serves Acme patients from three Northern Michigan offices. The Elk Rapids office is the most direct option for many families north and east of East Grand Traverse Bay, while the Traverse City office is convenient for patients already traveling into the city.
Travel north from Acme toward Elk Rapids via US-31. The Elk Rapids office is located at 126 Ames Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629. Parking is available nearby, and the same phone number can be used for all Dr. Lints Orthodontics locations.
Mon-Thur: 8 am-5 pm
Summer Hours:
Mon-Thur: 7 am-4 pm
Call 231.922.7210 to confirm current availability at the Elk Rapids, Traverse City, or Suttons Bay office before your appointment.
Phone: 231.922.7210
Email: Drlintsoffice@drlints.com
Traverse City: 4020 Copper View, Suite 240, Traverse City, MI 49684
Suttons Bay: 408 N St Joseph Street, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Elk Rapids: 126 Ames Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
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In addition to Acme, Dr. Lints Orthodontics serves patients from communities around Grand Traverse Bay and across Northern Michigan through the Elk Rapids, Traverse City, and Suttons Bay offices.
A: For many Acme patients, the Elk Rapids office at 126 Ames Street is the most direct option. The Traverse City office at 4020 Copper View, Suite 240 is also convenient for families who already travel west toward Traverse City.
A: Yes. The practice provides comprehensive orthodontic treatment plans for children, teenagers, and adults across Northern Michigan, including Acme-area patients.
A: Acme patients can choose braces , clear ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, and Invisalign depending on their orthodontic needs, age, lifestyle, and clinical recommendations.
A: Yes. Dr. Lints Orthodontics offers a complimentary consultation where the team reviews dental and medical history, performs an oral exam, explains treatment candidacy, and discusses estimated cost, treatment time, payment plans, and insurance benefits.
A: Call 231.922.7210 or use the contact page to request an appointment at the Elk Rapids, Traverse City, or Suttons Bay office.
Acme families are close to specialist orthodontic care at Dr. Lints Orthodontics. With nearby offices in Elk Rapids, Traverse City, and Suttons Bay, patients can access advanced braces, Invisalign, early evaluation, and adult orthodontic treatment from a Northern Michigan team led by Dr. Ronald R. Lints and Dr. Joel Lints. Free consultation available.