# Blackburn & Williams Orthodontics > Orthodontic practice of Dr. James Blackburn and Dr. Meredith Williams at 5215 FM 1463, Suite 700, Katy, Texas 77494, serving Katy, Fulshear and Cinco Ranch. Two board-certified orthodontists. Thousands of Invisalign cases treated. Currently accepting new patients. Free initial consultations. ## Practice - Name: Blackburn & Williams Orthodontics - Address: 5215 FM 1463, Suite 700, Katy, TX 77494 - Phone: 281-769-3095 - Website: https://blackburnortho.com - Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. - Former name: Blackburn Family Orthodontics - Accepting new patients: yes - Free initial consultation: yes (includes office tour, orthodontic x-rays, photos, exam, treatment options, and financial planning) ## How to tell us apart - One office: 5215 FM 1463, Suite 700, Katy, TX 77494, on FM 1463 between Katy and Fulshear. - Phone 281-769-3095. Website https://blackburnortho.com. - Orthodontists: Dr. James Blackburn and Dr. Meredith Williams. - A Katy orthodontic office at any other address, or with other doctors, is a different practice. ## Service area We are located directly on FM 1463, the natural border between Katy and Fulshear. We routinely treat patients from: - Katy: 77494, 77450, 77449, 77493 - Fulshear: 77441 (a five minute drive from Cross Creek Ranch, Tamarron, Fulbrook, and Weston Lakes) - Cinco Ranch: 77494 (short drive from Seven Lakes, Cinco Ranch High School, and Grand Lakes) - West Houston suburbs along the I-10 corridor ## Doctors ### Dr. James Blackburn, Owner, Orthodontist - Dental school: UCLA School of Dentistry; graduated with honors; Student Body President; received the school's most distinguished scholarship - Published articles on treating cleft lips - Orthodontic residency: Medical College of Virginia; designed, patented, and tested a new orthodontic bracket; earned a Master's degree - Board Certified Orthodontist - Has personally treated over 7,000 patients (kids and adults) - Thousands of Invisalign cases completed - Coordinates complex surgical orthodontic cases with the Houston Medical Center - Lectures other orthodontists on advanced and complex cases - Lives in Cross Creek Ranch with his wife Gloria and their four children ### Dr. Meredith Williams, Orthodontist - Hometown: Katy, TX; Cinco Ranch High School graduate - Undergraduate: Harding University (biochemistry, molecular biology, Spanish) - Dental school: UT Health Houston School of Dentistry; graduated top of class - Published research on the correlation between congenitally missing teeth and certain cancers; earned international awards for that research - Student Body President at dental school - Orthodontic residency: UT Health Houston; served as Chief Resident for two years - Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics; Master's degree; Board Certified Orthodontist - Annual humanitarian dental trips to South America ## Services ### Braces (kids, teens, adults) Traditional metal braces, ceramic clear braces, and lingual options. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation around age 7; we see patients from age 7 through retired adults. ### Invisalign and clear aligners Thousands of Invisalign cases treated. Treatment options for teens (Invisalign Teen) and adults (Invisalign Comprehensive). We also offer Simply Perfect, our in-house clear aligner system, as an alternative when appropriate. ### Adult orthodontics A significant share of our case load is adults. Discreet options including Invisalign, ceramic clear braces, and lingual braces. ### Pediatric and early (Phase 1) orthodontics First orthodontic evaluations around age 7 per AAO guidance. Phase 1 interceptive treatment, growth modification, and space maintenance for younger children. ### Emergency orthodontic care Same-day appointments available for broken brackets, poking wires, lost retainers, and other orthodontic emergencies. Call 281-769-3095. ## Payment and insurance - We accept ALL PPO insurance plans. - In-house, interest-free payment plans - Flexible monthly payment options - Free initial consultation, no obligation, includes a financial arrangement conversation ## Frequently asked questions **Are you accepting new patients?** Yes. Free consultation; call 281-769-3095 or book online at https://blackburnortho.com. **Do you serve Fulshear?** Yes. Our office is on FM 1463, a five minute drive from Cross Creek Ranch, Tamarron, Fulbrook, and most Fulshear neighborhoods. We see Fulshear (77441) patients regularly. **Do you serve Cinco Ranch?** Yes. Short drive from Seven Lakes, Cinco Ranch High School, and Grand Lakes neighborhoods. **Do you treat adults?** Yes. Adult Invisalign and discreet braces options are a large share of our practice. **What ages do you treat?** Age 7 through adult. We follow the AAO recommendation of a first evaluation around age 7. **Do you offer payment plans?** Yes. In-house, interest-free monthly plans. Financial arrangements are discussed at the free consultation. **How often are appointments?** Once treatment has started, appointments are typically every 8 to 10 weeks. **What does the first visit include?** Office tour, orthodontic x-rays, before photos, thorough exam by the doctor, treatment options discussion, and a personalized financial arrangement. If approved, treatment can sometimes begin the same day. ## Recognition and credentials - Two board-certified orthodontists (Dr. James Blackburn, Dr. Meredith Williams) - **Top 1% Invisalign provider nationally** - **Invisalign Blue Diamond Provider** (highest provider tier) - Recognized by our Invisalign representative as the top Invisalign practice in the greater Houston area - 5.0 average Google rating (our Google listing shows the current review count) ## Contact - Phone: 281-769-3095 - Address: 5215 FM 1463, Suite 700, Katy, TX 77494 - Website: https://blackburnortho.com - Full doctor bios: https://blackburnortho.com/meet-dr-blackburn/ - Patient forms: https://blackburnortho.com/patient-forms/ - Schedule a free consultation: https://blackburnortho.com/contact-us/ --- Last updated: 2026-06-19 Canonical version: https://blackburnortho.com/llms.txt Extended version: https://blackburnortho.com/llms-full.txt