Our Orthodontist & Treatments Dr. J. Richard Morris Jr. is a highly skilled professional who is dedicated to his patients and community. He has received extensive training and has been voted Best Orthodontist in Sumner County on over 10 separate occasions. He combines his training and experience with a gentle touch and a focus on individualized care to meet each patients unique needs.

When you visit Morris Orthodontics, Dr. Morris and our team will take the time to explain every aspect of your treatment plan and address all your questions and concerns. We want to make sure you are fully informed about your treatment. We will also use our Smile Simulator to help you preview your treatment and see what your smile will look like!

Our Office Our practice is designed to be comfortable as well as state-of-the-art. We are a high-tech, Mac-based and paperless practice. We use the latest technologies in combination with Dr. Morris experience and a personal touch to ensure excellent results.

Our office also features an on-site lab, which allows our team to create custom appliances in less time, and Dr. Morris is a preferred provider for Invisalign and Invisalign Teen clear aligners. Dr. Morris also takes advantage of continuing education and the latest in orthodontic technology and theory in order to deliver the best treatment he can to every member of your family. Along with our more traditional treatments, we can also see you for TMJ treatments and orthodontic emergencies.

Stay in Touch We want to keep you up to date with the latest happenings at Morris Orthodontics. The best way to learn about Dr. Morris, our team and our orthodontic office in Hendersonville, Tennessee, is here on our website. You can also friend us on Facebook!

I feel blessed to have the opportunity to make such a positive impact on the lives of my patients. Helping to create beautiful smiles for people of all ages is incredibly satisfying and there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a patients smile on the day their braces are removed. Dr. Morris

Dr. Morris has been voted Best Orthodontist in Sumner County in Nashville Parent, The Hendersonville Star News, The Hendersonville Standard and The Gallatin News Examiner on over 10 separate occasions. He has also been recognized as one of the top 5% of Invisalign Providers in Tennessee and one of the top 10% in the nation. He is able to treat some of the most complex cases thanks to being one of a small number of master-trained Invisalign doctors and his extensive experience in the use of clear aligners. In many cases, he is able to tell a patient that he can help them achieve the smile of their dreams with Invisalign clear aligners when they have previously been told that they were not a candidate for Invisalign treatment.

Dr. Morris is a Vanderbilt-trained orthodontist with a Georgia Tech degree in engineering, and he has drawn upon his diverse background to create a Mac-based digital practice that utilizes cutting-edge technology in the treatment of children and adults. He is the first orthodontist in Sumner County to offer 3D scanning, replacing the need for goopy impression molds and making gagging a thing of the past. He is experienced in the latest orthodontic theories, practices and products, such as Invisalign aligners and lingual (behind the teeth) braces. His approach is conservative, and he will inform parents when their children should delay treatment to ensure the ideal timeframe for orthodontic success. The result has pleased patients from age 7 to 70. Claire Englar, who plays Violet on Disneys A.N.T. Farm, wrote to Dr. Morris, Thank you for helping me achieve a better smile! You have made a huge difference in my life! He has been honored to treat numerous patients in the entertainment and music industries and is always thrilled to see their smiles bring more confidence to them in their careers.

When Dr. Morris is not working, he enjoys being involved in the local community, teaching a weekly cycle class at the Sumner County YMCA, and supporting local sports and dance teams. You can also find him on the lake, wakeboarding and water skiing in the summer and winter months. He has competed in countless triathlons and marathons and has sponsored several races for children and adults. He is also a proud sponsor of Sumner County Schools, private schools, STEM programs, community fundraisers, and non-profit organizations for children and adults. If you were able to attend the inaugural Mr. Sumner County fundraiser, you already know that he has some mad dance skills, too. He is always happy to make others laugh for a good cause.

Father Dr. Morris and his wife, Deirdre, moved to Hendersonville while he completed his orthodontic residency training at Vanderbilt. They quickly fell in love with Hendersonville and its people, and they knew it was the best place to raise their three children, Sinclair, Marin and Jay.

Dr. Morris time outside the office is spent with Deirdre and their three children. At night, you can find Dr. Morris with his children at dance, hockey, soccer, baseball, cross country, swim, tennis, gymnastics, lacrosse and more. When he has downtime in his schedule, he loves being on the lake and sharing his lifelong love for waterskiing and wakeboarding with his family.

With over 50 years of combined orthodontic and dental experience, our team is committed to working with you and your family to create a positive experience every time you visit our practice. Our goal is to not only make you smile but help you achieve your most beautiful and functional smile possible. We believe in treating our patients like our own family members. The treatment plans we choose for our patients are the exact same plans we would prescribe for a family member with the same smile.

Growing up in Hendersonville and now working in Hendersonville, I love seeing old and new faces, love making patients smile while building relationships and enjoy seeing them happy with their end results.

Collette completed a bachelors degree in elementary education, graduating with honors. Her open mind and willingness to learn make Collette a great asset to Morris Orthodontics, and she goes above and beyond to show each of our patients how much we care about them when they visit or contact our office. She loves being part of Dr. Morris team and appreciates the kindness and caring that he shows to our patients and our team alike. Collette also enjoys all the volunteer work, clubs and sponsorships our office participates in, and she feels blessed and thankful to be part of a team that is like family.

Collette and her husband, Jason, have three children; Noa, Kennedi and Gavin, who attend Ellis Middle and Nannie Berry Elementary Schools. Collette loves spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys planting her flower garden and watching it grow.

At Morris Orthodontics, I have the pleasure of being one of the first team members to meet and get to know our patients. I enjoy making the patients feel welcome and helping them to feel like they are a part of our family. I love to see the confidence that is gained from our patients achieving the smile theyve always wanted!

Her world circles around her three beautiful, blonde children, and she loves getting to spend time with them. Nicole is also something of a restaurant connoisseur. If ever you are looking to try a new restaurant, be sure to check in with Nicole! She would love to recommend something for you.

Working at the front desk is like being the director of first impressions! I enjoy welcoming patients and their families to our practice and providing an informative and supportive environment for everyone! Morris Orthodontics is such an amazing team to be a part of, and I admire how patient and kind Dr. Morris is with his patients and team members.

Jonis family relocated to Tennessee from Arizona, in the summer of 2018. She and her husband Johnny (yes they have the same name!) have four children; Johnny Jr., Jayana, Justine and Jordan. She loves nothing more than spending time with family and friends, especially when it involves going to the lake!

Josie has over 20 years of dental experience and is trained as a registered dental assistant. She has been a member of our team since 2016. She is a positive light in the office and makes every effort to make the patients experience as wonderful as possible. She enjoys getting to see patients of all ages receive end results they can be proud of.

Ashley has been with our team since September of 2014. She is a valued member of our team, helping out in any way she can, including training new team members. Ashley is a graduate of the Dental Staff School of Tennessee, and she puts her training to use each day.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her spouse, Ralph, and their daughter, Preslea. She also enjoys being outdoors and can often be found boating, kayaking, camping, fishing and hiking.

I am thankful to have such an appreciative boss who not only makes his patients feel important but his team as well. I am proud to be part of a group that works so well together and strives to make every aspect of our practice a great experience.

Pattie has been an orthodontic assistant since 1992. She loves working with patients throughout their treatment. She says that one of the most rewarding aspects of her job is seeing the excitement in patients eyes when their braces are removed.

She is a Hendersonville native and assists Dr. Morris in the clinic, where she helps with putting on braces, performing routine adjustments and removing braces once treatment is complete. Pattie married her high school sweetheart, Kevin, in 1994. In her free time, she enjoys attending church and spending time with family.

Working at Morris Orthodontics has taught me so much about not only the dental field, but also about myself. It has been one of the most challenging, yet rewarding jobs for me! Seeing our patients faces light up when they see their new smile at the end of their journey, never gets old and makes it all worth it. I love working at Morris Orthodontics!

Christa joined the team in early 2018, and she has consistently made the effort to be the best assistant possible. She treats each patient with kindness so they can have a positive experience. Even after all this time, Christa says she still finds great joy in seeing the excitement on the patients faces when they get their braces off.

She and her husband, Cody, have been married for over five years. They had their first child in August of 2019, and our entire team was pleased to meet their sweet bundle of joy. When not at work, Christa enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Kirsten joined our office in 2019 and hails from Cumming, Georgia, where her family still lives. Kirsten moved to Tennessee in 2013. She loves the fact that everyone is so friendly and welcoming and that they made her feel like part of the family right away. She is excited to bring her talents to Morris Orthodontics and watch peoples smiles transform

Kirsten and her husband have two dogs; an Australian Shepherd-Great Pyrenees mix named Bentley, and Willow, an Australian Shepherd. In her spare time Kirsten enjoys shopping, spending time with her husband, playing with her dogs and going to the beach.

I love being able to see the transformation of so many smiles. Watching a patients confidence boost when they complete treatment is amazing and its rewarding to know that I contributed to their new smile. Getting to know our patients and their families on a personal level is a joy and its a blessing to work with each and every one of them.

Selena graduated in 2000, and joined our team in 2014, bringing with her over 20 years of experience in the dental field. She loves our patients and her coworkers, and enjoys working for such a great boss. Selena has two children, a daughter named McKenna and a son named Layne. Outside the office she enjoys traveling.

A 1998 graduate of Volunteer Community College, Theresa joined our team in January 2017. She has over 21 years of experience as a dental assistant and is overjoyed to help Dr. Morris create beautiful smiles. She loves seeing all of the amazing outcomes that she helps create every day at work. Theresa has been married to her husband Jay since 2006 and enjoys spending her spare time with her family.

Im so grateful to be a part of a team that shows so much pride in their work. I love being a part of a patients journey throughout their orthodontic treatment and sharing in their excitement when everything is done. To see their excitement makes me proud to be a part of such a wonderful team.

Our orthodontist, Dr. J. Richard Morris Jr., and every member of our team here at Morris Orthodontics believe in being active and supportive members of our community. We love giving back both locally here in Sumner County as well as internationally and are frequently involved in many service efforts, projects and groups.

Giving Service at Home We appreciate our many patients who visit us for orthodontic care in Hendersonville, Tennessee, and give back to our community by partnering with local groups, clubs and organizations to make Sumner County an even more incredible place to live and work. Our office supports local baseball and football teams, as well as the Hendersonville High School Golden Girls Dance Team dance clinics for students in grades K 8. Dr. Morris believes in staying active and often competes in triathlons. He has sponsored the Kids Triathlon at the Sumner County YMCA, where he teaches a cycling class.

Giving Service Abroad Dr. Morris has travelled to Guatemala to provide much-needed dental work to the underserved people of that country. If you are interested in partnering with us for this service trip, please contact our office at 615-431-2787 and complete our form below: