Since starting the practice in 2005, Dr. Mellas has sought out an exceptional team that allows the patients to experience top notch care in a pleasant and warm environment. At Mellas Orthodontics, patients receive the benefit of having more than one highly skilled orthodontists expertise during the diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment process. The practice philosophy is that the orthodontists collaboratively treatment plan and treat the patients to achieve an exceptional outcome.
The Mellas Orthodontics team consists of orthodontists with excellent educational backgrounds and experience complemented by an administrative and clinical staff that are thorough and highly skilled. Dr. Mellas finalizes all treatment plans and is involved throughout the treatment process along with Dr. Hummert and Dr. Cappetta. By having more than one orthodontist in each practice location, patient wait time is minimized and treatment decisions are thoroughly calculated. Finally, the practice is unique in that parents are welcomed to join their child while the treatment is being rendered, so that all questions can be answered by the orthodontists and staff.
Dr. Stella P. Mellas has been providing orthodontic care for children and adults for more than 15 years and has earned the distinction of Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, meaning she is a Board Certified Orthodontist. She established Mellas Orthodontics with the goal of providing individualized attention while utilizing the latest advances in treatment techniques.
Dr. Mellas received a Bachelor of Science degree at Manhattan College where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine where she received a Doctorate of Dental Surgery and graduated top of her class with High Honors. She was honored as a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon, National Honor Society of Dentistry. Among other awards, Dr. Mellas received the American Association of Women Dentists Award, Honors in Clinical Operative Dentistry, and Excellence in Orthodontics Award through the Orthodontics Selective Program. She then went on to the University of Connecticut Orthodontic Program where she received a certificate in Orthodontics and a Masters of Dental Science through research completed in the area of bone biology. She received a Graduate Research Award and was named Chief Resident in her final year of residency.
Dr. Mellas is an active member of the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists, Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Board Certified Orthodontist, former orthodontic advisor of the Morris Seminars Dental Study Group, and was formerly President of the Tri County Dental Society. Dr. Mellas continues to attend numerous courses and seminars on the practice of orthodontics to bring her patients the latest techniques and treatments.
Dr. Mellas was born and raised in Westchester County, NY. Outside of the practice, Dr. Mellas is very involved in the community and has been a volunteer in the pediatric department at Sloan Kettering Memorial Hospital and a volunteer with the Family Service of Morristown Branch-Out Program.Dr. Mellas and her husband, Scott, live in Somerset County, New Jersey with their two sons, William and James. In her free time, Dr. Mellas enjoys running, biking, traveling, and spending quality time with her family and friends. Dont forget to say hi next time you see Dr. Mellas jogging by!
Dr. Christel Hummert joined the Mellas Orthodontics team in December 2012 and has been in private practice since 2004. Dr. Hummert offers patients a very detail oriented treatment approach and commitment to quality care. She is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Hummert grew up in Scotch Plains, NJ. She attended Haverford College where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. She received a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She then went on to Columbia University where she completed a General Practice Residency and also received a Certificate in Orthodontics.
Dr. Hummert continues to attend numerous courses and seminars on the practice of orthodontics to bring patients the latest techniques and treatments. Additionally, she stays active in the dental and orthodontic communities through memberships with the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Board of Orthodontists, the New Jersey Dental Association, Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists and the Union County Dental Society.
Dr. Hummert currently resides in Millburn with her husband, Matt, two children, Sophia and Teddy, and a Scottish terrier named Pepper. She is passionate about her children and loves spending her free time playing with them and watching them grow. She also enjoys gardening and reading when time allows. Make sure to ask Dr. Hummert about her latest read next time you visit the Long Valley office.
Dr. Laura Cappetta joined the Mellas Orthodontics team in April 2012 and has experience working in several established private practices since 2009. Her thorough treatment approach and warm personality is a wonderful complement to the practice. Dr. Cappetta was born and raised in Summit and attended Kent Place School. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University, Dr. Cappetta moved to Philadelphia to attend Dental School at the University of Pennsylvania. During this time she also earned a Masters Degree in Higher Education from Penn Graduate School of Education. After receiving her DMD and MSEd., Dr. Cappetta began the orthodontics program at the University of Pennsylvania where she earned her certificate in orthodontics and received the departmental research award for her work with 3D cone beam imaging of volumetric airway changes after palatal expansion.
Dr. Cappetta is currently an associate clinical professor at New York University's Orthodontic Department. As an orthodontist committed to the quality of care she provides, Dr. Cappetta completes more continuing education than is required by state boards to keep her knowledge up-to-date and to stay on top of new and developing treatments and technology. Additionally, she stays active in the dental and orthodontic communities through memberships with the American Dental Association, The American Association of Orthodontics, the New Jersey Association of Orthodontists, and the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontics.
Dr. Cappetta resides in Morris County with her husband Craig and her son Luke. In her spare time, Dr. Cappetta enjoys visiting New York and loves all that the city has to offer. She likes to visit museums, attend Broadway shows and is a big fan of the New York Yankees. Make sure to talk about the Yankees with Dr. Cappetta next time you visit the Basking Ridge office!
Reviews
Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 107 reviews
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a year ago
I love this office so much!!! As an adult with crooked teeth, I was so nervous about getting Invisalign. This team was patient, thorough, and professional. I felt comfortable throughout my entire treatment and my smile is forever changed. All questions and concerns were handled with professionalism until I was happy with my teeth. Thank you to all the staff & doctors at this location!
Luz jimenez
a year ago
I really liked the treatment and friendliness they showed always in a good mood. They are very professional clean and they're schedules are very flexible if you have problems with planning things. They gave the best possible service with helping with pain to fixing the braces. I personally would really recommend this place because it was always nice and they helped me throughout the process. Love my new smile.
Anonymous User
a year ago
Great treatment and staff! Dr. Mellas helped me with a personalized treatment plan (avoided a major surgery suggested by every other orthodontist we consulted)!
drdc
2 years ago
My daughter just completed her course of treatment and has a beautiful smile! She lost her retainer almost immediately but Dr Mellas and the staff were amazingly responsive and got her in for a replacement right away. They are highly professional and really helped us in a pinch. Thank you!
Megan Nolan
2 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Mellas to any adults looking to make changes to their smile. Everyone in her office was very friendly and helpful, and I always felt comfortable there. Most importantly, I'm very happy with the results of the treatment. I'm glad that I made the decision to correct issues with my teeth and would recommend Dr. Mellas to anyone looking to do the same.
Tom Kelly
2 years ago
I would highly recommend Mellas Orthodontics to any adult interested on Orthodontic services. Dr. Mellas and her staff did an outstanding job on my case. At age 56 I had braces put on. It was the best decision I could have made. Dr. Mellas continues with treatment by checking the effectiveness of retainers, etc. Again, highly recommend Dr.Mellas and her staff to any adult considering orthodontics.
Gail VanBeveren
2 years ago
I highly recommend Mellas Orthodontics. Dr. Mellas and her entire team are very professional, skilled, and experienced. They spend time with all of their patients and really listen to any concerns or questions you may have. I had a wonderful experience with them.
Amina Mohammedi
2 years ago
Her Mellas is a true professional who wants perfection for all her clients. I dreamed of a smile to be proud of and that's what I got. In fact her entire staff is very professional.
Frank Banghart
2 years ago
Couldn't be happier with my new smile
Diane Iler-Smith
2 years ago
Dr. Mellas and her office staff provided excellent care! My Invisalign results exceeded my expectations..
Tiffany Bennett
2 years ago
We love Dr. Mellas! Everyone in the practice is courteous and helpful, and the office is a well-oiled machine. Dr. Mellas answered all of my questions and put my son at ease. Highly recommend!
Rainbowmations
2 years ago
Both my son and I see Dr. Mellas. The office staff is very friendly and accommodating. Dr. Mellas has worked a miracle with me in my 40s! Couldn't be happier with the results so far! My son just removed his braces and his smile is impeccable! Highly recommend Dr. Mellas!
Melanie Garcia
2 years ago
Dr. Mellas and her team were always so friendly and helpful. I was struggling with an overbite, an overjet, and a tongue thrust. With their help, I achieved amazing results and now have the confidence to show my smile off. I hands down recommend Dr. Mellas and her team for orthodontic treatment.
Tatjana Curovic
2 years ago
I have worked with Dr. Mellas and her staff through successful orthodontic journeys for all my three children. The great results of each child's treatment were only outshone by an incredibly smooth, effective and compassionate process that Dr. Mellas and her staff have provided consistently every and single of the many times they came for treatment. Being present for most of those visits, and as an economist and management leader, I was impressed with the gentle yet effective management style that Dr. Mellas is promoting in her office. Her staff are a highly functioning team beaming with energy and a sense of purpose. Dr. Mellas should be invited to Wharton or the Harvard Business school to give a seminar in real life building of a well greased operation that has put smiles on the faces of so many patients, their parents, and her devoted staff. A big thank you to Dr. Mellas and all of her staff.
Rainbowmations
3 years ago
Both my son and I see Dr. Mellas. The office staff is very friendly and accommodating. Dr. Mellas has worked a miracle with me in my 40s! Couldn't be happier with the results so far! My son just removed his braces and his smile is impeccable! Highly recommend Dr. Mellas!
Tatjana Curovic
3 years ago
I have worked with Dr. Mellas and her staff through successful orthodontic journeys for all my three children. The great results of each child's treatment were only outshone by an incredibly smooth, effective and compassionate process that Dr. Mellas and her staff have provided consistently every and single of the many times they came for treatment. Being present for most of those visits, and as an economist and management leader, I was impressed with the gentle yet effective management style that Dr. Mellas is promoting in her office. Her staff are a highly functioning team beaming with energy and a sense of purpose. Dr. Mellas should be invited to Wharton or the Harvard Business school to give a seminar in real life building of a well greased operation that has put smiles on the faces of so many patients, their parents, and her devoted staff. A big thank you to Dr. Mellas and all of her staff.
Tiffany Bennett
3 years ago
We love Dr. Mellas! Everyone in the practice is courteous and helpful, and the office is a well-oiled machine. Dr. Mellas answered all of my questions and put my son at ease. Highly recommend!
Melanie Garcia
3 years ago
Dr. Mellas and her team were always so friendly and helpful. I was struggling with an overbite, an overjet, and a tongue thrust. With their help, I achieved amazing results and now have the confidence to show my smile off. I hands down recommend Dr. Mellas and her team for orthodontic treatment.
S M
3 years ago
Dr Mellas and her entire staff are so Wonderful!!! People who know me know how neurotic I am about every detail. My daughter went in with average looking teeth and came out with Gorgeous, perfectly aligned (and I mean PRECISELY even teeth. Dr Mellas is a Perfectionist when it comes to teeth. Her office is meticulously clean and well-maintained. I honestly cannot say enough good things about this practice. (as a side..I've consulted with several other orthodontists in the area before deciding treatment and NO ONE comes even close to Dr Mellas)!!
Tanya Paschke
3 years ago
Dr Mellas and her staff are amazing. My treatment lasted a little over two years and her staff was always professional, helpful, and kind at all appointments. Dr Mellas will ensure that your treatment results in the best results possible. Had multiple really positive experiences with this practice.
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