Austin Orthodontics

Austin Orthodontics: Expert Braces & Clear Aligners for All Ages

Welcome to Austin Orthodontics, where happy and healthy smiles start here. Led by Dr. Seth Briggs, a board-certified orthodontist, our team has transformed over 6,000 smiles since 2012. Parents weighing options for a child, teens ready for braces, and adults considering clear aligners all find a comfortable home with our team. You're in the right place, and we're glad you stopped by to learn more about what we do.

What Is Orthodontics at Austin Orthodontics?

Orthodontics is the dental specialty focused on correcting tooth alignment, bite function, and jaw development. At Austin Orthodontics, Dr. Briggs and our team provide specialist care for children, teens, and adults, offering advanced metal braces, advanced clear braces, clear aligners, and surgical orthodontics all under one roof in Austin, TX.

Unlike general dentistry, orthodontics requires years of additional specialty training after dental school. Dr. Briggs is a board-certified orthodontist, which means he's completed rigorous testing beyond the standard requirements to practice. That specialist expertise, paired with modern diagnostic tools like digital scanners and 3D imaging, lets us build treatment plans tailored to each face, bite, and lifestyle.

From a child's first evaluation to an adult's long-overdue smile makeover, families turn to Austin Orthodontics for care that feels personal, thorough, and built to last.

Benefits of Choosing Austin Orthodontics

Choosing the right orthodontist shapes your experience just as much as the treatment itself. Here's what sets our office apart:

• A full treatment menu. We offer clear aligners, advanced clear braces, and advanced metal braces, so your plan matches your goals rather than forcing you into one option.
• Retainers For Life program. Your results deserve long-term protection. Our Retainers For Life membership makes replacement retainers simple, no matter where life takes you.
• Free consult. Your first visit with Dr. Briggs is a free consult. You'll get a thorough exam, digital images, and a custom plan before deciding to move forward.
• Early evaluations for children. Catching bite issues early can simplify future treatment and sometimes prevent it altogether.
• Specialty and surgical orthodontics. For complex skeletal or bite concerns, we coordinate advanced treatment options rather than referring you out.
• All-ages care. Parents, teens, and children can be treated by the same trusted team. Siblings often share appointment days, which makes busy family schedules easier.
• Flexible payment options. Through OrthoFi, we offer payment options designed to fit treatment into your household budget.

Join the 6,000+ smiles we've transformed and see why families across Austin, Cedar Park, and Round Rock trust our team.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Process Step-by-Step

Starting treatment at Austin Orthodontics follows a clear path. Here's what to expect:

1. Free consult and exam. Your first visit is a relaxed conversation with Dr. Briggs. He'll listen to your goals, review your concerns, and perform a thorough clinical exam to understand your smile.
2. Digital records and imaging. We capture digital X-rays, photos, and 3D intraoral scans. These replace messy traditional molds and give us a precise, interactive view of your teeth and bite.
3. Custom treatment plan. Dr. Briggs walks you through your options, comparing braces and aligner choices. You'll see realistic timelines and understand what each appliance does.
4. Appliance placement or aligner delivery. Once you're ready, we bond your braces or hand off your first set of clear aligners. We take time to review care instructions, cleaning techniques, and what to expect in the first few days.
5. Progress visits every 4 to 8 weeks. Routine check-ins let us adjust wires, deliver new aligner sets, and track your movement. Most of these appointments wrap up in 15 to 20 minutes, so you can get back to school, work, or weekend plans quickly.
6. Retainer phase with Retainers For Life support. When active treatment wraps up, we fit you with retainers to protect your new smile. Through our Retainers For Life program, you can order replacements easily if a retainer is ever lost or damaged.

Our goal is simple: make every visit better than the last and keep you feeling confident the whole way through.

Who Is a Candidate for Orthodontic Treatment?

Almost anyone with alignment or bite concerns can benefit from orthodontic care. Here's how candidacy typically breaks down:

• Children. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. Early visits don't always mean early treatment, but they help us spot issues while the jaw is still developing.
• Teens. The teen years are a classic window for braces or clear aligners, since permanent teeth are in and growth supports efficient tooth movement.
• Adults. Many of our adult families are in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond, often correcting shifting that happened after old retainers were lost. Clear aligners and advanced clear braces offer discreet options that fit professional meetings, client calls, and social lives.
• Common concerns we treat. Crowding, spacing, overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite are all within our wheelhouse.
• Complex skeletal cases. For bites that need more than tooth movement, Dr. Briggs offers surgical orthodontics coordinated with trusted oral surgeons.

Not sure where you fit? A free consult is the fastest way to find out.

Why Families Trust Austin Orthodontics

Trust is earned one visit at a time, and families across the Austin area have given us theirs for over a decade.

Specialist expertise. Dr. Briggs is a board-certified orthodontist and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), American Dental Association (ADA), Texas Dental Association (TDA), and the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics (CADS). Dr. Devgon rounds out our team with her own specialist training, so your care comes from doctors who focus exclusively on orthodontics.

Modern technology. Digital intraoral scanners replace uncomfortable impressions. 3D imaging helps us plan with precision. Updated bracket systems and aligner materials make treatment more efficient and more comfortable than years past.

Real family stories. Our reviews are filled with named families sharing their experience, from first consult to final reveal. We're also the #1 Austin-area provider for Smiles Change Lives, a nonprofit partnership that helps children from qualifying families access orthodontic care.

Transparent planning. Every consult ends with a clear written plan that covers your appliance type, estimated timeline, and next steps. No surprises.

Satisfaction guarantee. Dr. Briggs stands by his work. If something isn't right, we make it right.

Lifelong support. Retainers For Life keeps your results protected long after your braces come off.

That's what we mean by treating your family like our own.

Frequently Asked Questions About Austin Orthodontics

Do you treat adults as well as children and teens?

Yes. Many of our patients are adults in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond, and adult care is just as personal as care for children and teens. Clear aligners and advanced clear braces offer discreet options that fit work and social lives, and Dr. Briggs will help you choose the right one during your free consult.

How long does orthodontic treatment take?

Most orthodontic treatment runs between 12 and 24 months, though shorter and longer plans both happen depending on your case. Minor alignment corrections can finish in under a year, while complex bite issues or surgical cases take longer. Dr. Briggs will give you a realistic timeline during your consult.

At what age should my child see an orthodontist?

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. At that age, enough permanent teeth have erupted for Dr. Briggs to spot developing bite issues. Early evaluations are free at our office, and most children leave with a monitoring plan rather than immediate treatment.

Does insurance cover orthodontic treatment?

Many dental insurance plans include an orthodontic benefit, often covering a portion of braces or clear aligners for children and sometimes adults. Coverage varies widely by plan. Our team will help verify your benefits before treatment begins.

Braces vs. clear aligners: which is better for me?

Both work well when chosen for the right case. Here's a quick comparison:

Dr. Briggs will recommend the option that fits your bite, lifestyle, and goals.

Is orthodontic treatment uncomfortable?

Most people feel mild soreness for a few days after braces are placed or when switching to a new aligner set. This is normal and usually eases with over-the-counter relief and soft foods. Modern brackets, lighter wires, and smooth aligner materials have made today's treatment far more comfortable than years past.

Schedule Your Free Consult Today

Ready to see what your smile could look like? Your free consult with Dr. Briggs includes a full exam, digital images, and a custom treatment plan with zero obligation. Same-day treatment starts are often available if you're ready to begin.

Call 512-331-7900 today or book online at austinorthodontics.com/free-consult. Our office is located at 11743 Jollyville Rd., Austin, TX, serving families across North Austin, Cedar Park, and Round Rock.

Children, teens, and adults are all welcome. Happy and healthy smiles start here.