From the time they walk into one of his three orthodontic offices in Texas nautical theme in Houston, Hollywood setting in Tomball, beach venue in Spring they find themselves in a relaxed, family-friendly environment where the patient comes first and patients are treated like old friends.

In our appearance-conscious society, your smile can be your greatest asset, or it can be a hindrance. It can broadcast confidence and warmth, or it can detract from your appearance. Just ask the Houston Texan cheerleaders, professional athletes, beauty queens, TV reporters, models, actors and the spouses and children of other area physicians and dentists who are proud to call Dr. Watson their orthodontist. Being entrusted with your smile is not something we take lightly, Dr. Watson said. After all, the smile you have when your treatment is finished will be with you for the rest of your life. Its the smile youll take to your first job interview. Itll be in all your wedding pictures, on your family Christmas card and at every graduation, birthday, anniversary and holiday celebration. We want to make that smile something you can be proud of. Thats why were serious when we say, were saving the day-one smile at a time.

How exactly do they do this? Lets start with a caring attitude and gentle bedside manner. Add Dr. Watsons skill and expertise, as the areas only Ivy League American Association of Orthodontist member and his hand-picked highly-professional staff. Mix in the wide variety of treatment options from mini-metal braces, friction free braces, gold or clear braces, to Invisalign invisible tooth aligners and even braces that mount out of sight on the back of the teeth. Most treatments can be completed without the removal of teeth, and your results will come much quicker than you probably expect. Financing and payment plans are available, and Dr. Watsons staff will work vigilantly with your insurance company to make sure you get the maximum benefits possible. And lets not forget the latest up-to-the-minute technology including laser assisted orthodontic treatment, paperless records accessible from any location and special titanium wires that help teeth move faster and easier-often meaning fewer office visits. Top that off with whitening which can be done while braces are still on the teeth and the option of Hollywood tooth reshaping to help polish and smooth out rough edges at the end of your treatment.

Dr. Watson is an American Association of Orthodontist certified specialist with extensive post-doctoral training, a member of the American Dental Association, Greater Houston Dental Society, Texas Dental Association, Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists and the World Association of Orthodontics. He is licensed to practice orthodontics in Texas, California, Illinois and Wisconsin.

Dr. Watson speaks fluent Spanish and served as a missionary for two years in Puerto Rico. He received his bachelor of science degree from Brigham Young University then his doctorate in dental surgery from Marquette University in Wisconsin, where he was selected for a hospital-based residency at the Queens Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. Then, he went on to attended the highly competitive Orthodontic Specialty Residency Program at the University of Pennsylvania (PENN). He is a father of three and he devotes his free time to such community-minded activities as serving as Cub Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop #332 and volunteering as a disc jockey at area schools and swim team events. Even with such a sterling list of credentials, Dr. Watson says his greatest achievement is a satisfied patient. Im proud of the fact that most new patients come to me by referral from other patients and from area dentists, he said. That tells me that we must be doing something right.

For over a decade, Dr. James D. Watson has been creating some of the most beautiful smiles in the Northwest Houston metropolitan area. It is a fact that, throughout the years, patients have left Dr. Watsons office smiling like they have never smiled before.

The real story is that these patients rely on the highly refined skills of the doctor for more than just results. Dr. Watson offers the kind of certified orthodontic specialty treatment experience that puts an anxious mind at ease. A friendly chair side manner helps the client to relax. In addition, of course, the latest treatment options are provided for his clients.

It is this tradition of care that has brought so many smiling faces through his doors. This same tradition is what probably brought you here. It is this tradition of care that you will not find in just any orthodontic office but you will find it here!

With locations in Houston, Spring, and Tomball, Dr. Watson makes it his mission to put a healthy smile on every patients face. Regardless of what kind of orthodontic treatment you need, Dr. Watson has the experience and skills necessary to get the job done right.

Dr. Watson began his journey to becoming an orthodontist during his years at Brigham Young University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He went on to attend the prestigious Marquette University, obtaining a Doctors Degree in Dental Surgery (DDS) after years of hard work.

In order to improve his skills as an orthodontist, Dr. Watson then spent one year in a hospital residency at The Queens Medical Center in Hawaii. In addition, Dr. Watson became a selectee for a highly competitive post-doctoral orthodontic specialty training program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia. Furthermore, Dr. Watson has a license to practice in four states, including Texas, California, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

Dr. Watsons already impressive resume also includes membership in many dentistry and orthodontic organizations. The American Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, Greater Houston Dental Society, Texas Dental Association, Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, and World Association of Orthodontics all count Dr. Watson as one of their own.

Invisalign is a series of clear removable aligner trays that patients wear for 22 hours every day to straighten their teeth. Each set is custom-made just for your teeth and you switch to a new set every two weeks to begin the next stage of shifting.

With all the time and energy that Dr. Watson puts into treating his patients, one would think he doesnt have much left for his community. But Dr. Watson takes pride in balancing his work with family and community needs. As the father of three children, Dr. Watson dedicates himself to spend as much time with his family as possible and making the world a better place for them and others.

Thats why Dr. Watson, who is also fluent in Spanish, spent time in Puerto Rico as a missionary for two years. Its why Dr. Watson serves as Cub Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop #332. And its why he volunteers as a disc jockey at area schools and swim team events.

Dr. Watsons philosophy is making sure each and every one of his patients is satisfied with their care. To that end, he believes visiting the orthodontist should be a fun and engaging experience that educates patients at the same time.

When patients visit Dr. Watson they can expect to be made as comfortable as possible. Dr. Watson treats all of his patients with respect and dignity and he takes time to get to know them. Seeing the orthodontist should be a positive experience and Dr. Watson brings an attitude of positivity into the office with him every day.

In addition, patients can expect Dr. Watson to use the most up-to-date technology in his practice and that he keeps up with the latest orthodontic techniques. Providing his patients with the best care possible is important to Dr. Watson.

Dr. Watson provides orthodontic care to many patients, including some celebrities. Professional athletes and beauty pageant contestants are among them. For example, Dr. Watson treated professional NBA player Justin Jackson, who currently plays with the Sacramento Kings organization.

Dr. Watson is also something of a celebrity himself, having made appearances on Discovery Channel, TLC, Nick, HGTV, and ABC Family. But you dont have to be a celebrity to receive top-notch treatment from Dr. Watson. Not only does he treat the occasional famous face, but he also treats his ordinary patients as if they are stars, too!

Kim D. writes: Dr. Watson & Staff are amazing!! Now have all four kids in either expanders, braces or retainers. Everyone is so friendly, attentive, courteous, and they all go above and beyond for their patients. We love you!!

And Tiffany K writes: I love the team here! They are like family! Excellent service, excellent communication and excellent atmosphere! I am confident that I made the best decision to work with Dr. Watson! A+++