Orthodontics is a specialty branch of dentistry focused on correcting malocclusions, which are issues with the positioning, spacing or alignment of the jaws and teeth, using appliances such as braces and Invisalign®. Houston Orthodontic Specialists offers orthodontic treatment near you.
Houston Orthodontic Specialists offers a variety of braces in Houston and Bellaire, with options for patients of all ages, including:
Self-ligating braces
Traditional metal braces
Clear braces
Braces are bonded to your teeth throughout your orthodontic treatment, and apply gentle, steady pressure to straighten teeth and fix your bite over time. The result is a beautiful, straight smile!
With Invisalign clear aligners, you can get your dream smile on your terms. These plastic aligners are a comfortable, removable, virtually invisible orthodontic treatment option. We offer:
Houston Orthodontic Specialists is one of the only Diamond+ Invisalign® Providers in the Greater Houston area, ensuring you’ll get the level of care and expertise needed for exceptional results with Invisalign treatment at any age.
Kids should see an orthodontist by age seven. Our kid-friendly offices will put them at ease! While early orthodontic treatment is not always needed, a free consultation can identify issues early, avoiding more complicated and expensive work in the future.
The teenage years are the most common time to start orthodontic treatment, and we can make the process stress-free and fun, leaving your teen with a smile they love to show off!
You’re never too old to get a healthy, beautiful smile. We’ll tailor our adult orthodontic treatments to meet your needs and lifestyle, regardless of age!
After dental school, orthodontists complete two to three years of additional training to gain expertise in diagnosing, preventing, and treating orthodontic issues. As certified specialists in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, the technical term for guiding dental and facial growth with appliances, our Bellaire and Houston orthodontists have the knowledge and skill to determine what’s causing your orthodontic problems at your free consultation and develop a personalized treatment plan to fix them.
To find out how an orthodontist can benefit your smile, book a free consultation at Houston Orthodontic Specialists!
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children get their initial orthodontic evaluation at age seven. Orthodontic treatment is most common between the ages of nine and 14 when permanent teeth come in, but it’s never too late to begin orthodontic treatment! We treat kids, teens and adults!
The benefits of orthodontic treatment include straight teeth, improved oral health, functional bites and boosted confidence in your stunning smile! Orthodontic treatment can benefit patients of all ages.
Our orthodontists have the expertise to correct a wide range of issues with orthodontic treatment, even complex ones. Whatever your orthodontic needs, our specialists are here to help. Some of the common orthodontic problems we treat include:
Crowding: When there isn’t enough room in the jaw to accommodate all teeth, it’s called crowding, and teeth will often overlap, twist, or get pushed forward or back. Crowded teeth are more difficult to clean, which may lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Teeth crowding causes include an imbalance in the jaw-to-tooth-size relationship, primary teeth falling out too early or permanent teeth erupting incorrectly.
Spacing: Spacing issues are when there are gaps between two or more teeth. While spacing issues or gap teeth are a cosmetic concern, they can also hurt the health of your gums. Spacing can occur due to missing teeth, certain habits like prolonged thumb sucking and teeth that are too narrow for the jaw.
Overbite: A patient is said to have an overbite when the front top teeth stick out further than the bottom teeth. Almost everyone has some degree of an overbite, but orthodontic treatment is necessary when it’s too large. An overbite can cause jaw pain, excessive teeth wear, and make front teeth more prone to injury.
Underbite: If the lower teeth sit in front of the upper teeth when the mouth is closed, it’s called an underbite. It occurs when the lower jaw grows faster than the upper jaw. An underbite makes it difficult to chew correctly and speak clearly and often causes uneven wear in teeth. It’s essential to have a child’s jaw development monitored if they present with signs of an underbite. Advancing the upper teeth and jaw with appliances around age seven or eight will reduce the likelihood of needing surgery as an adult.
Crossbite: If some of your top teeth sit inside your bottom teeth when you close your mouth, it’s a front crossbite. If some of your bottom teeth sit inside your top teeth when you close your mouth, it’s a back crossbite. Common crossbites causes are trauma to the teeth, genetics, early loss of baby teeth and different habits. Since people often compensate for a crossbite by moving the jaw to one side, it can cause permanent changes in the facial structure and impact jaw growth, which is why early orthodontic evaluation is vital.
Open Bite: If your top and bottom teeth don’t make contact when your mouth is closed, it’s an open bite. An open bite can make chewing and biting into foods a challenge. An open bite may be due to a skeletal issue, or it could result from things like thumb sucking, prolonged pacifier use, and tongue thrusting.
The average cost for orthodontic treatment varies depending on your orthodontic issues, chosen orthodontic treatment method and dental insurance coverage. Houston Orthodontic Specialists is committed to offering affordable orthodontic treatment options. We offer no-interest, flexible payment plans. During your free consultation, you will receive a personalized orthodontic treatment cost, and we will review your options with you!
