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Texas Orthodontic Specialists at West University

5712 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77005

4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews Opening hours below

Reviews

4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews

4–5 stars: 87% · 1–2 stars: 13% · 23 written reviews

Replies: 4% of reviews · 0 of 3 one- and two-star

6mention friendly, welcoming staff

  • Invisalign

Who you'll see

Dr. Stephen Chen

  • Texas license active, first licensed Jun 2010
  • Dental school: UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, 2010
  • Holds a nitrous oxide (laughing gas) permit (since 2010)

NPI 1336450998 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, checked Sep 2026 · named on the practice's website

How it compares in Houston

One- and two-star reviews
13%of 23 written reviews
A higher share than 84% of Houston practices
Middle Houston practice: 4%
Replies to reviews
4%of written reviews get a reply (0 of 3 one- and two-star)
Fewer replies than 73% of Houston practices
Middle Houston practice: 35%
Licensed in Texas since
2010its longest-licensed confirmed dentist
Licensed more recently than 62% of Houston dentists we list
Middle Houston dentist: first licensed 2004

How we compare

What they can help with

  • Braces & Invisalign

    Listed category: Orthodontist · Named for it · 135 pages on its website

Braces & Invisalign: how it works ShowFront teeth with braces, brackets joined by a wire, beside front teeth in a clear removable aligner tray.

Also listed on its website

Plan the next visit before leaving

The group’s website recommends booking the next visit before leaving because appointments are planned four to six weeks ahead.

Payment options and fees before treatment

For payment, its group’s website says the practice accepts cash, checks, and major credit cards, with automatic debit and family discounts. It says fees and applicable insurance are discussed before treatment.

Ways to pay

  • Takes cash (its website)

Two reviews describe scheduling and front-desk mix-ups

Two accounts describe scheduling or front-desk problems: one involved incorrect reminders and missing retainer instructions, while another involved waiting for paperwork after arriving early.

Staff and office

6Friendly, welcoming staff

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When you can go

Weekends
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Getting there

5712 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77005
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  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom

Its business profile

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Sources and dates

Business listing and reviews, Sep 2026 · texasorthodonticspecialists.com, Sep 2026 · Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, Sep 2026 · NPI registry