Parris Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics treats children, teenagers, and adults with orthodontic needs in Germantown, Memphis, Collierville,and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on having over 30 years of experience creating beautiful smiles. Using only the latest technologies, we providea personalized treatment plan for every patient making us the best orthodontist in the Memphis area.

We treat each patient the way we would want to be treated - with love, kindness, and respect. We recommend starting with an initial orthodontic evaluation no later than age 7, and our pediatric orthodontist can get you started. While it is sometimes easier and faster to correct your smile when you are between the ages of 11 and 15, a large percentage of our patients are adults. We believe it is never too late to get orthodontic treatment.

We offer metal and clear braces, as well as Invisalign. Invisalign is available to teen and adult patients with certain orthodontic bite problems. The retention part of your treatment starts when we remove your braces and lasts for 24 months.

We also work with children with craniofacial anomalies, including cleft lip palate, Apert Syndrome, Crouzon Syndrome, and other periodontal concerns. Additionally, we work with oral surgeons in preparing our patients for orthognathic surgery, or corrective jaw surgery, to correct abnormalities of the facial bones.

Dr. William Parris earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Christian Brothers College and Doctor of Dental Surgery and Master of Science in orthodontics degrees from the University of Tennessee, College of Dentistry.Dr. Parris has practiced orthodontics in Memphis since 1985. He has successfully treated over 8,000 patients and participated in the training of over 165 orthodontists at UTHSC.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Tennessee Dental Association, the Memphis Dental Society, the American Cleft Lip Palate Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Southern Association of Orthodontists, the Tennessee Association of Orthodontists (past president), the Memphis Association of Orthodontists, and Mid-South Interdisciplinary Dento-Facial Study Club. He is also a member of the American College of Dentistry, as well asthe LeBonheur Children's Hospital Cleft and Craniofacial Team. Dr. Parris is Associate Professor ( Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry) at The University of Tennessee Health Sciences (UTHSC) andDirector of The University of Tennessee Orthodontic Craniofacial Anomaly Program. Dr. Parris is a Board Certified Orthodontist in Tennessee and Arkansas.

Dr. Parris is married to Carla (McCann) and they have two daughters, Sara Elizabeth and Cathleen Gagnon (Chandler). He is very active in community affairs, including church and local urban ministriesand international medical/dental missions in Africa, Central America, and China. He enjoys spending time with his grandchildren, fly fishing, running long distance, and drawing. Dr. Parris and his brother created the cartoon strip 'The Eggheads' and copyrighted it in 1968. Dr. Parris also drew the cartoons for this website and loves to draw for his patients.

Lee is a Registered Dental Assistant and has worked for Dr. Parris since 2000. Her favorite things aboutworking for Parris Orthodonticsare the friendly atmosphere and working with children and teenagers. She enjoys family time, football, reading, and listening to books, andisinvolved in her local church.

Dee is originally from California, but spent most of her time growing up in Minnesota. She has been in the dental community for over 30 years and has spent the last 13 years working with Dr. Parris. It has been a privilege to work with him, and Dee is so proud of his work. Gardening, flowers, friends, running, reading, and family are the things she enjoys most. She is married to Scott, they have a beautiful daughter named Carly, and a special pup, Ringo.

Amy grew up in Millington and has lived in the Memphis area her whole life. She is a Registered Dental Assistant at Parris Orthodontics, and her favorite things about work are her patients and her work family. Some of her hobbies are going to the lake, riding four wheelers, shopping, and spending time with her son, Cade, and husband, Mark.

Judy is from Olive Branch, MS and has lived in the Memphis area for 24 years. She has been a registered dental assistant for Parris Orthodontics for 7 years. She enjoys spending her free time attending concerts, traveling, and going to the beach. Judy also enjoys cheering her son, Chase, on the soccer field and spending time with her daughter, Kayli, when shes home from college. Go Arkansas State!

Wenmar is a Registered Dental Assistant and has been working with Dr. Parris since September of 2018. In 2008, she graduated as a dentist in Merida, Venezuela. In 2012, she become an orthodontist in Bucaramanga, Colombia. Wenmar is a native Venezuelan and moved to the United States in May of 2016. She enjoys working with Dr. Parris, especially with his craniofacial anomaly treatments. When she is not working and studying, Wenmar enjoys reading and walking around Shelby Farms Park. She also loves to go to the ocean and eat local seafood. One of Wenmar's favorite pastimes is traveling to different countries around the world and learning about their cultures.