Transforming Smiles, One Patient at a Time
At Joel Martinez DDS, we believe that everyone deserves a lifetime of beautiful, confident smiles. For over 30 years, our team of orthodontic experts, led by Dr. Joel Martinez, Dr. Christopher Martinez, and Dr. Vanessa "Ness" Martinez, has been dedicated to providing exceptional orthodontic care to the Rio Grande Valley community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help you achieve your smile dreams by providing personalized care, based on your unique needs. We offer a wide range of orthodontic treatments, including clear and metal braces for children, teens, and adults, Invisalign clear aligners, surgical orthodontics, and dentofacial orthopedics. Our goal is to deliver the most comfortable and efficient treatment, with kindness, integrity, and respect.
Our Services
At Joel Martinez DDS, we understand that every patient is unique, and that's why we offer a personalized approach to orthodontic care. Our services include:
- Clear and metal braces for children, teens, and adults
- Invisalign clear aligners
- Surgical orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics
- Two-phase treatment and palatal expanders
- TMJ-TMD solutions
- Flexible payment plans
- Complimentary consultations at our four orthodontic offices in McAllen, Harlingen, Weslaco, and Brownsville, TX.
Our Commitment
Our team is committed to providing exceptional orthodontic care, with a focus on comfort, efficiency, and kindness. We strive to create a welcoming and friendly environment, where you feel valued and respected. Our goal is to not only be your smile partners but also your friends, too.
Why Choose Us
At Joel Martinez DDS, we have a reputation for excellence, with over 30 years of experience serving the Rio Grande Valley community. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing personalized care, based on your unique needs. We offer flexible payment plans, complimentary consultations, and a welcoming environment. Our goal is to help you achieve a lifetime of beautiful, confident smiles.
Overall Experience
The majority of the reviewers had a positive experience with Dr. Martinez and his staff, praising their professionalism, kindness, and welcoming atmosphere.
Positive Comments
- Many reviewers appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, particularly Julie, Deena, and Dr. Martinez himself.
- Several reviewers mentioned the office's efficiency and ability to accommodate their needs quickly.
- Many reviewers were thrilled with their orthodontic outcomes, with some even stating that they still have a beautiful smile after many years.
- Some reviewers appreciated Dr. Martinez's professionalism, charisma, and ability to make them feel comfortable during their visits.
Negative Comments
- A few reviewers had negative experiences, including complaints about the length of treatment, changes to their teeth, and issues with retainers.
- One reviewer was upset about a central tooth being filed down without permission, which they felt altered the appearance of their teeth.
- Another reviewer had issues with the internal retainer, claiming that it was not properly fixed and led to their teeth moving again.

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