# Blackburn & Williams Orthodontics

> Smile Doctors-affiliated orthodontic practice serving Katy, Fulshear, and Cinco Ranch, Texas from FM 1463. 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 #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.
- Parent network: Smile Doctors (Region 2)
- Accepting new patients: yes
- Free initial consultation: yes (includes office tour, orthodontic x-rays, photos, exam, treatment options, and financial planning)

## 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. 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. Blackburn, Dr. Williams)
- Smile Doctors-affiliated practice (Region 2)
- **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 across 733 reviews

## Contact
- Phone: 281-769-3095
- Address: 5215 FM 1463 #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/

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