Prior to becoming an orthodontist, I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Utah where I had the great opportunity to spend 3 years as a part of the student government. I completed my Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in 2004, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and then finished my orthodontic training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN where I served as chief resident. In 2004, I was inducted into the prestigious national Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society.

I have had the pleasure of working as an orthodontist since 2004, and I love what I do! Im truly lucky to be an orthodontist, and to use my skills to give my patients a higher quality of life. Im committed to becoming better everyday and work hard to ensure that my patients always receive the most efficient and comfortable care. I utilize many different types of treatment because each person is different with unique needs. I specialize in the Damon System of Braces, Vector TAS Tad mechanics, and have years of experience utilizing Invisalign clear aligners. I work hard to provide optimal facial and smile aesthetics and Im dedicated to providing you with a Simply Spectacular Smile!

Im happy to say I live in the community I work in. When Im not at the office, I love spending time with my wife and four children. Im active in my church, and enjoy being involved in the Boy Scouts of America, as well as baseball and basketball with my kids. I also enjoy golf, water skiing, running and biking.

A native of the Garland, TX area, Dr. Ray attended the University of Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Zoology. He continued on to Baylor University College of Dentistry in Dallas where he completed his Doctorate of Dental Surgery and earned the Deans Merit Award. In order to specialize in the field of orthodontics, Dr. Ray attended Emory University School of Dentistry for his Certificate in Orthodontics. In 1981, Dr. Ray was awarded diplomat status by the American Board of Orthodontics.

Dr. Ray attends many meetings throughout the year to keep abreast of all the newest, most innovative orthodontic technology. It is his desire to treat his patients with the latest and best concepts and appliances in order to create the most beautiful smiles possible.

From 2004 and through this year, Dr. Ray has been recognized by his peers with the Texas Super Dentist Award. Dr. Ray is a Board Certified Orthodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He is also a member of the:

Dr. Ray and his wife, Paula, have 3 daughters, a son, 7 grandchildren and a Shih Tzu named Lizzy. In his free time, Dr. Ray enjoys lake activities, boating, country-western dancing, attending concerts and movies, and playing with his dog.

It is very important to Dr. Ray to give back to the community that has been so good to him. He is active with the Garland Kiwanis Club, and has served as a past trustee on Garland School Board, past president of the Garland School Board, past president of the Garland Texas Exes, and past chairman of the Board for the Garland YMCA. Along with his family and his team, Dr. Ray supports his patients in the community by advertising with them through athletics and choral and band groups.