Your Family Orthodontist in the Coastal Bend

Drs. Eric and Amy Vela provide personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults across Corpus Christi, Alice, and the surrounding Coastal Bend communities. As a locally owned, husband-and-wife orthodontic team, they take pride in creating beautiful smiles in a warm, family-friendly environment. Schedule a free consultation for same-day braces or aligners — there’s no referral needed!

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Getting Started is Easy

Our orthodontists are Corpus Christi natives who bring you the best possible care through years of orthodontic experience. Here’s what you can expect at your first consultation:

Our friendly team will welcome you and check you in.
We’ll take digital scans of your teeth and review your dental history.
Dr. Eric Vela or Dr. Amy Vela will listen to your smile goals and outline treatment options.
If orthodontic care is right for you, we offer same-day braces or a quick scan for clear aligners!

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Why Families Choose Vela Orthodontics

Choosing the right orthodontist is an important decision for your family. At Vela Orthodontics, we combine advanced orthodontic care with the personal attention you only find in a locally-owned practice. Our Coastal Bend teams focus on making every visit efficient, comfortable, and welcoming so patients of all ages feel confident about their smile

Family‑Run
& Friendly

Independently-owned and led by a husband‑and‑wife team, our practice feels like family — never corporate. You’ll see the doctors at each visit, get honest answers from every staff member, and receive recommendations that fit your lifestyle.

Our Patients
Always Come First

We change lives one smile at a time. By treating patients as family and giving them our undivided attention, we’ve become the practice kids look forward to visiting.

On-Time
Appointments

We build buffer time into our schedule, so it’s rare to wait more than a couple of minutes. You can even get started with braces or clear aligner scans on the same day as your first consultation!