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Garrett and Boyd Orthodontics is now part of the Houston Orthodontic Specialists family

Same trusted doctors. Same team you know. Expanded expertise and locations across Houston.

West Houston

West Houston281-752-4222

Bellaire

Bellaire713-667-6000

Sugar Land

Sugar Land281-980-3900

Rosenberg

Rosenberg832-586-9500

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